Would you hand your toddler a smartphone or tablet to keep them calm at restaurants or in waiting rooms? Vote in our parenting poll and see what other parents say.
Would You Give Your Toddler a Phone or Tablet to Keep Them Calm in Public?
Taking a toddler to a restaurant, doctor’s appointment or waiting room can sometimes feel like a test of patience—for both parents and kids.
For some parents, handing over a smartphone or tablet can be an easy way to keep a young child occupied while waiting or sitting somewhere they’re expected to stay relatively calm. For others, avoiding screens in these situations is an important part of their approach to screen time.
With smartphones and tablets now a common part of everyday family life, we want to know where Canadian parents stand.
Do or would you hand your toddler (under 3) a smartphone or tablet to keep them calm in public settings like restaurants or waiting rooms?
Whether it’s a favourite show during dinner or a game while waiting for an appointment, every family has its own approach to using screens with young children.
Cast your vote above and see how your answer compares with other parents.