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I grew up in a home where we watched TV and played video games (we'll save that one for another post:). All four of us kids turned out very bright, normal, didn't have "issues" of morality, and I feel like we weren't TOO corrupt by the trash that we watched (TRL, I love you!). We were taught and had the courage to turn off the TV if anything inappropriate came on. With that being said, I'm okay with my children watching TV.
I have both siblings and in-laws who don't have their kids watch T.V., which I respect. There are people who feel very strongly about this.
Do you let your children/teenagers watch TV? Why? Why not? I love you all...let's just remember that! No judging going down on this blog post- just opinions and thoughts!
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I'm just like you. I think I turned out okay and we were allowed to watch tv..in moderation of course. If the show is educational and allows me to get things done that I need (or even if the show isn't "educational" but family friendly - think Disney movies) I'm TOTALLY FINE WITH IT!
sometimes I think people tend to try and parent others...like I said regarding the ear piercing question...you do what's best for your family and only worry about that. Judging others doesn't help bring your fmaily together. Do the best you can and have your children's best interest in mind and that's all that matters.
Happy Thanksgiving Heather! I'm thankful for you!
I think everything in moderation is fine. I work at a dental office with a kids room with a movie playing. Let me go ahead and tell you, it's not fair for the little boy who comes in with his mom can't watch the movie due to the fact the little girl who was here prior is not allowed to watch tv. I feel you can have your own rules for your own house but to demand that I turn off the tv at a public location is kind of ridiculous.
Great Two Cent Tuesday, Heather! I DO remember not letting you kids watch the Simpson's, and there were other shows I just never let you know about. Do you remember how ridiculous the boys thought I was?? That being said, I agree with you. But I think as they get older, now that I see what's on NOW, I'd be right there and preview ANY show before I'd let them watch it. I've never been a prude (like that word?) but some of the junk on tv now (music videos and "comedy", makes me sick that young eyes and ears are being subjected to in their own homes.
I think the key is to be aware, and be there. (Oo! I made up a slogan!)
I totally let my son watch TV. But it's mainly PBS Kids and Cars. He LOVES to watch PBS Kids and he's learning at the same time! Plus he does enough of running and playing that I don't worry too much about him. I think TV is fine as long as there isn't TOO much TV and not enough reading and playing.
I'm sure I could say more but I'm tired and so I'm going to end here.
I try not to let Joshua watch TV because I remember in one of my BYU classes discussing how the American Academy of Pediatrics or whatever it is suggests that children under the age of two shouldn't watch TV. I kind of think it makes people want to be entertained all of the time if they watch too much of it,
but having said that, I realize that every time I watch TV, he is watching with me...so... I am kind of interested to see what movies Joshua will want to watch over and over again when he's two. ;)
kjell watches tv first thing while we're trying to wake up. it's a mellow little tradition. but if i let him, he'll watch it all day. heres my gripe with the boob tube:
i think it can inhibit a child's ability to be self-content. lots of kids these days have to be online or texting constantly and can't just enjoy their own thoughts. and remember when watching a movie was in no way an option on a car trip? now it's a total necessity. my brother said his four year old is much happier when they don't have cable and movies are a special occasion. kind of like kids with fewer toys are happier than kids with billions (super nanny anyone?). they learn to use their imagination and be satisfied with less. that said, i let kjell have the tv on all morning so i could get some sewing done. but the same is true for me; when i get in the habit of too much tv, i'm lost when there is nothing good on (or online) and i'm happier when i'm occupying my time with my own creativity.
Ooh Heather-so controversial on the parenting front. I get somewhat uncomfortable when our ward playgroup gets on these kind of topics (think immunizations, when to take your kid to the dentist, home births etc...) I usually just want to live and let live-but as you know I can be quite feisty.
TV-I let Felicity watch. She mostly watches disney movies. We went through a stage where we watched Nemo at least twice a day. She doesn't sit still for longer than 15 minutes, ever, under any circumstances! Therefore she is only vejed out a little at a time.I think we all know when the balance is off-like Darcy (add me to your blog!)said when we are in a stage of constant watching-it's not so good.
Elder Bednar-Things as they really are. Find it, read it, it's really good. Kurt and I had to speak on it.
Sorry for the novel.
In moderation I think TV is fine and I do love a few shows, but here is my rant against TV :)
There are a lot of other more productive and meaningful things I would rather do and have my kids do. Relationships are stronger when you spend time doing things together and talking to each other rather than sitting in front of the TV together.
You have to be careful about what kinds of habits you are setting up for your kids (like a sedentary lifestyle). Same goes for too much Internet.
I let my 3 yr old watch a few shows, HOWEVER studies have linked too much TV with ADD and esp not being able to sit still or focus during school. Kids who watch a lot of TV are used to constantly being entertained, and that just doesn't happen in real life.
How TV affects your child: http://health.msn.com/kids-health/articlepage.aspx?cp-documentid=100151147>1=31045
this is a constant battle in my head. Madi LOVES TV. I think its OK to let your children watch it. I don't really understand the reasoning of parents totally removing it 100%. is it becuase they are afraid of "naughty" things? Becuase those oppurtunities are sooo perfect to TEACH our children. I am not saying expose your kids to EVERYTHING. You do want to protect them, but there are going to be times they see or hear something.... so use that experience to teach them.
I also believe that children now days have a lot shorter attention span. TV doesn't help. But a little won't hurt them. I think children need let down time, just like adults.
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