Is it too much??

Question

I have a 5yr old only child. In her bedroom she has a computer, a t.v (with basic cable) , and a dvd player, Is that too much?

Answer 1

It just depends, like many people said, on a.) what she is watching or looking at on the computer, and b.) how much time spent using these things.

My daughter had a cable TV, DVD, playstation 2 and a computer in her room. What she watched was never an issue, however, the time spent on these things were. She would wake up during the night and turn her television on and watch it all night long. We finally took all of these things out of her room and now, if she wants to play video games/watch TV/play computer, she has to ask and she has a time limit.

It should be fine as long as your daughter isn't constantly attached to the TV or computer. As long as she is getting family time, and plenty of educational fun, she should be fine :)

Answer 2

Yes. And you probably think so too since you're asking on here :)

Computers should NEVER go in the bedroom. EVER. It should be a law. Think about the creepy stuff that will go on when they are older online. And behind a closed door..... ick eww and omg. Get the computer out of the bedroom NOW.

I think a tv with a dvd player is ok. But no cable. A 5 year old can wake up in the middle of the night, is smart enough to switch channels and watch some good porn [ever watch middle of the night tv?] The dvds are kept in another room, and only used for rewards a few times a week.

Honestly none of that stuff should be in a bedroom. But the tv/dvd combo is ok if used in the right way.

Answer 3

My 3-year-old nephew is also an only child. He has a TV and DVD player, just like your daughter. He seems to do fine ... he likes more educational shows, like the Magic School Bus and things like that. He's only allowed to watch an hour a day.

My niece is 6 and has the same things (different parents). She is allowed to watch as much as she wants and doesn't do as well. She watches a LOT of non-educational cartoons and doesn't really like playing with other kids, and has no manners at all when you try to pry her away from a movie. She'd rather watch TV.

So maybe it's not where the TV is, but how much they watch (and what). You need to monitor it, and that's easier when the TV's in a common area like the living room. If you're comfortable with your daughter having those things and sure that you can monitor what she's watching and how long, I guess it's fine. If you're having trouble keeping track of those things or she has problems like my niece's , I'd move it to another area.

Answer 4

It sounds like you are concerned that this is too much. How about keeping electronics out of her bedroom so she can sleep without distractions and spend time with family? The most important thing a child can have from a parent is not a material possession but our time. Only by spending as much time as possible with our children can we instill our beliefs, values, and especially our love in them. Good job getting advice about how to best help your child!

Answer 5

Totally, a 5 yr old does not need a computer just yet. You should let her use the family computer so you can monitor her use. The t.v. and video player is not to bad, but don't spoil her just yet. Let her earn the things you give her.

Answer 6

Unbelievably too much. That child will cease to be a child because of the overstimulation. Move it all out of her room and let her play outside with her friends. That stuff can come much later. You are asking for a sedentary fat non-achieving child with limited imagination because it has all been provided to her. The computer can be used for education (with your supervision). The TV and DVD needs to be moved to a room where the entire family can share it (she is too young to be able to control her own TV habits. . . she just doesn't need it).

Answer 7

It's all down to personal opinion, I wouldn't allow my child to have a tv or computer in their room at such a young age, purely because they can get into a bad routine of needing to watch tv to fall asleep etc. These things should be in a different room, at 5 years old they should be out playing or with toys not on a computer.
But like I say that's just my opinion, if it works for you then its fine it could just be installing bad habits.

Answer 8

yes. espeacially the computer. that needs to be placed somewhere that u can monitor it.its very dangerous even if she just searching for a kids game, she can encounter porn. as for the tv, i would take out the basic cable and just keep the dvd player with the tv. that way u can monitor what she watches.

Answer 9

It depends on how much time she is allowed to spend in her room alone. All kids need alone time, you just have to make sure she is responsible enough to handle it. TVs and computers can be dangerous in the hands of children, so make sure you have all the parental controls in place. You'd be surprised how surfing around can bring up something inappropriate. Also, you have to make sure that she understands the value of the privileges you've extended her. As long as these things are taken care of, I think it is okay.

Answer 10

Well, I got my first tv in college, so to me, it is too much. I am in the minority in that I do not care for or appreciate the overindulgence of children. I think it takes something away from them when they have everything their heart desires. When we were kids, we relished birthdays and Christmas because we didn't have everything and if you asked, we could list 100 things we'd love to have. And when those days did arrive, we didn't get any big ticket items-but I can't remember being disappointed or anything-I loved getting gifts, and still do, but I think there'slot to be said for not having it all...especially so young.