#computer screen

at 5am today my tv entered this screen for no reason and would not exit it

Being a parent in 2026 is a balancing act, and I know firsthand that screens often feel like our only "extra pair of hands." However, the new UK guidance on a 1 hour screen time limit for under 5s is a conversation we need to have—not to add to "parent guilt," but to protect our children's future sight. 👓✨ As an optometrist (and a dad to a toddler myself), I’ve looked at the data. The science is clear: staying within that 1 hour screen time limit for under 5s can significantly lower the risk of myopia (short-sightedness). Every hour beyond that limit increases the odds of a child needing glasses by 21%. 📈 In my latest article for The Eye Care Advocate, I break down: ✅ Why the "1 hour limit" is a biological safety threshold. ✅ The "Elbow Rule" for digital devices. ✅ Why 2 hours of UK "overcast" sunlight is the best medicine for growing eyes. Our children’s eyes are still developing. Let's make sure they have the best start. 🌳☀️

Looking after your eyes