AAP Family Media Plan Guide
Author: American Academy of Pediatrics
Oct 6, 2025
Television, computers, smartphones, and other forms of media shape children's emotions, learning, thinking patterns, and actions. Yet parents remain the primary influence in their children's lives.
Below are strategies to help establish positive media habits from an early age. Consider developing a Family Media Plan at HealthyChildren.org/MediaUsePlan. This tool enables you to set clear, consistent boundaries around media use, ensuring your children maintain a healthy balance between screen time and other enriching activities.
