Anonymous
03/15/2015 15:58
Subject: Re:Nanny wants zero TV
Anonymous wrote:It is an excellent suggestion, OP. I would definitely try it if I were you. I know that our nanny weathered a number of tantrums from both our kids when they wanted to watch TV and she said no. What your nanny is suggesting is basically taking what the kid knows as TV out of the house. It's smart.
Sounds like you have a good nanny to me.
+1 He is a two-year-old. While I would side with the nanny on no TV until he is older, this is the best solution for all involved if you do go ahead and let him watch a program.
He is two. Two-year-olds are not noted for their self-control and ability to use moderation. I also believe in avoiding tantrums whenever possible.
Anonymous
03/15/2015 15:54
Subject: Re:Nanny wants zero TV
Yes, OP, this is what we did to make it easier on DS when he was a toddler. It was much easier to control for us (we could put the laptops away unlike our TV) and better for him. It is also less intimidating to see things on a smaller screen and quieter for him when he was just 2.5.
Anonymous
03/15/2015 15:51
Subject: Nanny wants zero TV
Anonymous wrote:I dunno. Our DS watches 30 minutes of TV a day and doesn't ask for it at any other time, and never threw a tantrum on that account. That strategy has worked for about 3 years by now. So I don't buy the fear that once a child watches SOME TV, they'd be hooked for life. I am assuming the nanny keeps her plenty busy during the day.
At any event, I think you should be the one deciding what to do, and certainly during the time the nanny is off.
YES OF COURSE - THAT IS WHAT OP IS ASKING SO SHE CAN DECIDE.
Anonymous
03/15/2015 15:50
Subject: Re:Nanny wants zero TV
Anonymous wrote:Wow, this thread went downhill fast.
OP, I think it's better for kids to watch stuff on the big screen (they can sit further without damaging their eyesight) - I'm too lazy to look it up, but I'm sure pediatrists recommend actual television over hand held devices or laptops. If that's not really a concern for you, what your nanny asked is perfectly valid and you could easily give it a go and see how it works.
However if you'd rather use the TV, I'd suggest having a time in the day/week when you allow your child to watch TV to be clearly defined (like, while Mummy and Daddy are cleaning up the table after dinner), and use a timer if you're allowing more than one episode of whatever it is. This way the nanny can say that the TV only works at that specific time when the parents are home. Your kid might ask a few times, but if you're consistent with when and how you let the kid watch TV, it wouldn't be a problem after a few no's.
Teach child to watch tv while mommy and daddy clean? In my house a toddler can 'help' clean.
Anonymous
03/15/2015 15:50
Subject: Re:Nanny wants zero TV
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Yeah, whatever... I would KILL to have a nanny this good. I don't care how opinionated she was and I would do whatever she asked just to get her to stop letting my kids watch so much TV during the day.
You are a lazy parent. Step up and enforce boundaries with your kids and stop expecting the nanny to do your job for you.
No, I am not the lazy one. My kids only watch TV with the nanny. Not me. I would actually like the nanny to do her job.
Anonymous
03/15/2015 15:43
Subject: Re:Nanny wants zero TV
Ugh, paediatricians... sorry, English isn't my native language.
Anonymous
03/15/2015 15:26
Subject: Re:Nanny wants zero TV
Wow, this thread went downhill fast.
OP, I think it's better for kids to watch stuff on the big screen (they can sit further without damaging their eyesight) - I'm too lazy to look it up, but I'm sure pediatrists recommend actual television over hand held devices or laptops. If that's not really a concern for you, what your nanny asked is perfectly valid and you could easily give it a go and see how it works.
However if you'd rather use the TV, I'd suggest having a time in the day/week when you allow your child to watch TV to be clearly defined (like, while Mummy and Daddy are cleaning up the table after dinner), and use a timer if you're allowing more than one episode of whatever it is. This way the nanny can say that the TV only works at that specific time when the parents are home. Your kid might ask a few times, but if you're consistent with when and how you let the kid watch TV, it wouldn't be a problem after a few no's.
OP, I think it's better for kids to watch stuff on the big screen (they can sit further without damaging their eyesight) - I'm too lazy to look it up, but I'm sure pediatrists recommend actual television over hand held devices or laptops. If that's not really a concern for you, what your nanny asked is perfectly valid and you could easily give it a go and see how it works.
However if you'd rather use the TV, I'd suggest having a time in the day/week when you allow your child to watch TV to be clearly defined (like, while Mummy and Daddy are cleaning up the table after dinner), and use a timer if you're allowing more than one episode of whatever it is. This way the nanny can say that the TV only works at that specific time when the parents are home. Your kid might ask a few times, but if you're consistent with when and how you let the kid watch TV, it wouldn't be a problem after a few no's.
Anonymous
03/15/2015 15:21
Subject: Re:Nanny wants zero TV
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Yeah, whatever... I would KILL to have a nanny this good. I don't care how opinionated she was and I would do whatever she asked just to get her to stop letting my kids watch so much TV during the day.
You are a lazy parent. Step up and enforce boundaries with your kids and stop expecting the nanny to do your job for you.
Seriously, +100
This thread is chock full o'nuts and shitty parents.
Anonymous
03/15/2015 15:13
Subject: Nanny wants zero TV
Parents should check if TV is really a good thing for a 2 year old.
Anonymous
03/15/2015 14:57
Subject: Nanny wants zero TV
I dunno. Our DS watches 30 minutes of TV a day and doesn't ask for it at any other time, and never threw a tantrum on that account. That strategy has worked for about 3 years by now. So I don't buy the fear that once a child watches SOME TV, they'd be hooked for life. I am assuming the nanny keeps her plenty busy during the day.
At any event, I think you should be the one deciding what to do, and certainly during the time the nanny is off.
At any event, I think you should be the one deciding what to do, and certainly during the time the nanny is off.
Anonymous
03/15/2015 14:55
Subject: Nanny wants zero TV
There nothing good about TV for a two year old. Everyone knows that.
Anonymous
03/15/2015 14:34
Subject: Nanny wants zero TV
How about you get tough OP and stick to your no TV until 4 or 5 plan.
There is no reason your 2 year old needs to watch TV or even be on the laptop.
No screens whatsoever.
Ask your nanny how to entertain a child without TV. If she can do it for 8 or more hours a day it shouldn't be hard for 2 adult to find a way to do it.
Your nanny was right to call you out.
Your 2 year old should also still be rearfacing, and doesn't need junk food this includes those fruit squeezies, juice, and goldfish crackers.
I feel sorry for your nanny having to work for someone so clueless!
There is no reason your 2 year old needs to watch TV or even be on the laptop.
No screens whatsoever.
Ask your nanny how to entertain a child without TV. If she can do it for 8 or more hours a day it shouldn't be hard for 2 adult to find a way to do it.
Your nanny was right to call you out.
Your 2 year old should also still be rearfacing, and doesn't need junk food this includes those fruit squeezies, juice, and goldfish crackers.
I feel sorry for your nanny having to work for someone so clueless!
Anonymous
03/15/2015 14:23
Subject: Re:Nanny wants zero TV
Anonymous wrote:Yeah, whatever... I would KILL to have a nanny this good. I don't care how opinionated she was and I would do whatever she asked just to get her to stop letting my kids watch so much TV during the day.
You are a lazy parent. Step up and enforce boundaries with your kids and stop expecting the nanny to do your job for you.
Anonymous
03/15/2015 14:17
Subject: Nanny wants zero TV
Anonymous wrote:Does anyone think TV is a good thing for a child below age three?
Anonymous
03/15/2015 14:15
Subject: Re:Nanny wants zero TV
Anonymous wrote:Yeah, whatever... I would KILL to have a nanny this good. I don't care how opinionated she was and I would do whatever she asked just to get her to stop letting my kids watch so much TV during the day.
Here's a smart Mama.