Gov Urges 1 Hour Screen Time for Kids Under 5

0:00On March 26, new government guidance urges parents to cap screen time at one hour a day for kids under five years old, with no solo screen use for those under two. It pushes for joint viewing to boost learning, skips fast-paced videos, and promotes screen swaps like reading books or playing games during meals. Parents like one Manchester family share their struggles cutting back, admitting screens help with quick tasks, but spark guilt, especially amid busy, mornings and work demands. Scientists warn fast content overwhelms young brains, triggering stress responses, while shared sessions aid development better than alone time. Officials stress this precautionary advice supports families without judgment, with exceptions for kids with disabilities, and they'll update it as, research grows.