EPISODE · Mar 30, 2022 · 36 MIN
The relationship between screen time and visual conditions in children
from The PedsDocTalk Podcast: Child Health, Development & Parenting—From a Pediatrician Mom · host Dr. Mona Amin
On this episode I welcome Dr. Rupa Wong—Pediatric Ophthalmologist, practice owner, mom to three kids, podcaster and YouTuber. We discuss the following and so much more! The correlation between screen time and visual diagnosis Nearsightedness Ages (in relationship to eye development) where screen time should be minimized Genetic components How parents can balance screen time and eye health Find Dr. Wong online at https://drrupawong.com/. Take her Myopia Management Quiz here: www.drrupawong.com/myopiaquiz and get her additional thoughts on screen time here: www.drrupawong.com/screentime. For more watch Dr. Mona's "Is Screen Time Harmful?" video on YouTube. Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. Join the newsletter! And don’t forget to follow @pedsdoctalkpodcast on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships page of the website. This episode is brought to you by: THE NEW MOM'S SURVIVAL GUIDE: The first digital e-course/community created and founded by a Pediatrician mom to guide you and your baby through their first year. To find out more and to join, visit: http://pedsdoctalk.com/survival-guide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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On this episode I welcome Dr. Rupa Wong—Pediatric Ophthalmologist, practice owner, mom to three kids, podcaster and YouTuber. We discuss the following and so much more! The correlation between screen time and visual diagnosis Nearsightedness Ages (in relationship to eye development) where screen time should be minimized Genetic components How parents can balance screen time and eye health Find Dr. Wong online at https://drrupawong.com/. Take her Myopia Management Quiz here: www.drrupawong.com/myopiaquiz and get her additional thoughts on screen time here: www.drrupawong.com/screentime. For more watch Dr. Mona's "Is Screen Time Harmful?" video on YouTube. Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. Join the newsletter! And don’t forget to follow @pedsdoctalkpodcast on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships page of the website. This episode is brought to you by: THE NEW MOM'S SURVIVAL GUIDE: The first digital e-course/community created and founded by a Pediatrician mom to guide you and your baby through their first year. To find out more and to join, visit: http://pedsdoctalk.com/survival-guide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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