how much t.v do you let your child watchand what shows do you let them see?
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Lead by example which helps things a lot
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I'm older than you and I watch them sometimes.  Mr. Rogers is one of my favorites.\n\nI prefer shows for children to some of the inappropriate shows that there are on TV.
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My kids are too young, but if you are screening them yourself, then you have to trust your own jusdgement. Personally I have not seen an episode that was suitable for children and even some that weren't suitable for adults. lol
636506
E. Tell her to go watch T.V. in the livingroom!
475912
Both my kids watch CBBC and Cbeebies. My oldest is 6 and he knows he's too big for Cbeebies but he still likes to watch it! My other son is not 1 yet so he will watch anything!
1184757
No, I am sixteen and I still watch my mom watchs it also.  They have some really good shows on there.  Me and friends watch disney all the time.  I don't believe there is a certain age for disney.
486219
Yeah, you're mentally okay. It's normal watching Dora the Explorer. Many people do, maybe you're a kid at heart. So, it's just okay to watch shows like that.
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I'm grown with four children and I like to watch "The Suite Life of Zack and Cody" and "That's So Raven".  I happened to see a little of "Hannah Montana" but not enough to get interested in it.\nI also like most of the Disney Original Movies.\n\nMy oldest is 10 - so not quite a teen, but he likes these as well.
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This is a job for your parents and not you.  All you can really do is model good behavior for her.  The attraction of TV over books for a child is powerful.
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My daughter is very young. I mean she is not even a year old, but to my surprise, she enjoys cartoon network, especially Tom and Jerry and Looney tunes. She is fond of Jerry and Tweety to what I had noticed, She doesnt let me touch the remote while those shows are on! and the princess of my life she is, I let her have all the fun!! :-)
958825
watch my daughter grow up
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That is only 5 hours.... how many hours a day do these kids watch TV.  I'll bet at least 5.
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have u ever seen the show parental control on mtv. Its basically what it is. your parents control the things u watch, eat, hear etc.
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For TV: \n  TV that teaches your child something about his world is most beneficial for him to grasp the things that are happening outside of his house. Sesame Street has always been a good teacher for our kids. The most benefit comes when mom or dad can watch the program with their child and give input to their child on what they're watching.\n\nAgainst TV: \n  There's almost nothing on network TV that's good for our children. If you have cable or satelite TV, you have some better choices. Discovery, The History Channel, A&E and The Weather Channel all have educationl programs that are beneficial, but most of the other programs only feed the senses, and do nothing to educate your child appropriately. \n\n  Again, if you can't watch the program WITH your child, turn it off. You are still the best teacher for your child, and you know what he needs. Get some books, and appropriate videos that will help guide your child, without cluttering their minds with violence, sex and rudeness. They'll learn all that stuff when they go to school. Keep your home as a place of refuge and comfort. A place they know is always constant. <*)))><
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It depends on what he is watching. At 5 months your child may not be able to understand all he is seeing. Most likely its  the colours & movement that attracts his attention. While TV at an early age can cause him to shirk other activities later [reading, games, exercise] some tv now cant hurt.  Remember to keep it educational & non violent. \n\nBtw. if you go to Baby Einstein online you can find the age ranges & possible suggestions from birth & up.
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RULES.    Tell your son that you will be watching.   If your son can't learn to follow rules, then he will have to use the computer at the public library.   \n\nKids Get Net Wise\nGreat information about Internet Safety\nhttp://kids.getnetwise.org/
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Although most of what we read about children and TV is bad, there are many benefits. \n\nThere are some wonderful television programs that promote learning and growth. Many educational programs teach important skills such as spelling and reading. Parents should encourage the viewing of these programs.\n\nFor some research and a more in-depth discussion, go to:\n\nhttp://www.museum.tv/archives/etv/C/htmlC/childrenand/childrenand.htm\n\nhttp://www.ed.uiuc.edu/courses/EDPSY313/projects/2001_fall/television.html