Rosen and the iPad
For Rosen’s 1-year check up at the pediatrician, we saw a new doctor that we definitely will not be seeing again. She felt the need to lecture us (Michael was with me) about everything we should and should not be doing.
She told us we need to read to Rosen, even after I told her that we read to her all the time, and that she loves it. Then she proceeded to tell us the benefits of reading to your child, and then went on a tirade against all things electronic. She said, “All this LeapFrog and iPad stuff does nothing for your child. A monkey can use an iPad.”
The lady is entitled to her opinion. I’ve heard all sorts of arguments for and against TV and other electronics for small children. I like to live by the old adage, “moderation in all things,” so I’m not going to shun electronic entertainment.
Since we already have an iPad, I plan on taking advantage of the many apps available for young children. Rosen actually has no interest in the iPad right now, but I’m sure she will soon, and I’ll be happy to let her use it. She even got her very own Fisher-Price iPad case for Christmas 
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I'm Stephanie. I'm a stay-at-home mom to an adorable little girl named Rosen. I'm a lover of photography, digital scrapbooking, wine, my super cute geeky husband, reading, hot tea, and traveling...not in that particular order.
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I dislike doctors who do not listen! Lovely photos.
Thanks, Melissa!
I agree with you, “moderation in all things”.
Totally agree and SO glad you left that doctor! No one should be telling you how to raise your children. There is benefits to both ways and to be so one sided is clearly not thinking straight. Kuddos to you.
Thanks, Laurie!
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Wow, that doctor would get on my nerves too. I also believe in “all things in moderation”.
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I don’t know how doctors with that kind of an attitude think they are helping a child by making parents frustrated. Duh! And, I agree with moderation in all things. Our kids have a healthy love of books and more books than any child could possible need! Lol, I’m a bit of a children’s book addict. But, they also love their electronics. In this day and age, learning to use them is essential at some point, as everything we do is becoming electronic. Of course, it isn’t necessary that they be able to use an ipad in preschool, but many schools are incorporating them into their curriculum at elementary ages and they can make learning lots of fun! I think you’re on the right track keeping a balance
PS, I forgot to say what a beauty your daughter is! She’s adorable. I love love that age.
Thanks so much!!
Nothing irks me more than people who tell you what to do, even when you’ve mentioned you’re doing it already (the whole read-to-your-child bit). Doctors who don’t listen are dangerous creatures.
So glad you got to go home after that and enjoy your precious baby. Goodness, what a day you must have had!
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Definitely stick with moderation! My daughter is 4 and sometimes plays a preschool spelling game I put on my iPad for her. It has *really* helped her learn many sight words and begin to spell short words. Could she have learned that with traditional flash cards rather than the iPad? Sure. But what’s the harm in her learning it via iPad or via flash cards? As long as kids aren’t spending hours playing mindless games, I think it’s perfectly fine. And I love that iPad case you’ve got, too!
I’m glad to hear how helpful the spelling game has been for your daughter! I’ll have to look that up when Rosen is old enough for it. Thanks!
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Doctors think they know everything – so frustrating. And, the exact reason my brother will be such a good one. Kidding, kind of.
That case is awesome. We’re considering getting and iPad and if we do, we’ll definitely need to get one of those.
Too much screen time is def. no good, but some? Especially when it’s educational… why not? We all like it!