How to Unplug Your Child from Their Addiction to Technology

Time to cut the cord.

Set an example:  If parents have their eyes on a screen constantly, it’s going to create a norm for their children. If they see you regularly checking your phone they’re going to react pretty badly if you try to take away their device. 

How to unplug your child from their addiction to technology
by Caitlin Chander,

 news.com.au@caitlinchander, 20 June 2016

IT’S A common sight today to see a toddler’s eyes pinned to a tablet or phone screen.

More often than not, it will be in the middle of a shopping centre or restaurant — anywhere a parent can’t stand the thought of their child running loose and screaming.

I’m not a parent myself, so I can’t pass judgment on those who choose to distract their toddlers from their next tantrum by passing them their mobile phone. I have heard many parents say that it is often used as a last resort.

But are we doing our children a disservice when we throw technology in their faces?

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