On average, sugar makes up 17% of what children consume each day. That's a lot of sugar―and half of that comes from drinks with added sugar! Here are ideas for how you can help your family reduce their added sugar intake.| HealthyChildren.org
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) discusses important information for parents on the adverse effects of media exposure on children and teens.| HealthyChildren.org
Roughly 18% of 8- to 12-year-olds and 62% of 13- 18-year-olds reported using social media sites such as Instagram, Snapchat, Facebook, Discord and Reddit every day in 2021. Among adolescents and young adults, an 90% use one or more social media platforms. You may wonder how social media may impact your child's mental health. Research suggests it depends on how they use it. Read on to learn more.| HealthyChildren.org
Deciding when to give your child their first phone can be tough for parents. Smartphones, in particular, offer a portal to the internet, apps and social media. You may not feel your child is ready for that much access to the digital world. Yet, you may want to get your child a phone for the basics: having a way to contact you when they’re traveling between school, after-school activities or different households. Here are tips to help you know if your child is ready.| HealthyChildren.org
It's easy for kids to simply eat their way from one program to the next. Distracted by the TV or the app, they'll often eat long beyond when they're full. The result? Weight gain.| HealthyChildren.org
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) encourages you to help your children develop healthy media use habits early on. Learn more here.| HealthyChildren.org
In a world where children are "growing up digital," it's important to help them learn healthy concepts of digital use and citizenship. Parents play an important role in teaching these skills.| HealthyChildren.org