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'I'm judged for giving kids screen time – but it feels like only way to get stuff done'

A mum's post about screen time has divided opinion on Instagram – while some think devices can be a handy way to get stuff done, others say it's "giving up on parenting"

While letting children spend all day in front of screens is a bad idea, health authorities do agree that it can be helpful if done in moderation. Advice from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommends that children should have TV free days, or have a two hour limit on screen time. But it adds: "A limited amount of child-friendly screen time can be educational, but it’s important to ensure the content is appropriate for your child’s age."

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