Mom Defends Letting Toddler Watch Screens to Make Travel and Parenting Easier
• Gave 18-month-old daughter a screen before a long flight to keep her entertained; it was an easy decision
• Screens allow me to still socialize and have "me time" as a parent by occupying my daughter when out
• Also use screens when traveling since it's impractical to constantly keep a toddler entertained in tight spaces
• Haven't noticed negative effects on my chatty, social 3-year-old from moderate screen time
• What works for one family may not for another, but some screen time makes parenting easier for me