Screens: none under 2 (except video calls); ≤1 hour with an adult at 2–5
What it is
Bodies differ on exact hours (WHO/MoH numeric, AAP context-based); co-watch slow content, none at meals or the 2 hours before bed.
Always on
- Your own phone use is the strongest model; try 'phone in a drawer' during play and meals.
- When you do use screens: sit together and talk about it — it becomes language practice.
Sources
- Physical activity, sedentary behaviour and sleep for children under 5 (2019) — World Health Organization
- Digital ecosystems, children and adolescents (January 2026) — American Academy of Pediatrics
- Screen exposure in early childhood — Israel Ministry of Health
- Digital-technology use and adolescent well-being (specification-curve, n=355,358) — Orben & Przybylski, Nature Human Behaviour
Compiled with AI assistance from the public sources listed above. Not yet reviewed by a clinician — check anything important against the source, with Tipat Halav or with your doctor.