What to know
Embedding high-impact obesity prevention standards (HIOPS) into policies and activities in early care and education settings can affect the health and well-being of millions of young children. Of 47 HIOPS, these four support screen time limits.
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Screen time limits
Of 47 HIOPS, these four support screen time limits in early care and education settings.
- Do not utilize media viewing (TV, video, and DVD) and computers with children younger than 2 years.
- Limit total media time for children 2 and older to not more than 30 minutes weekly.
- Use screen media with children ages 2 years and older only for educational purposes or physical activity.
- Do not utilize TV, video, or DVD viewing during meal or snack time.
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Background: National Resource Center for Health and Safety in Child Care and Early Education.