Television and Babies' Sleep (FAR0426/FM395)

baby sits facing big screen TV“There are a number of video and television programs that have been made for children under the age of three. At times it may be fun to watch your baby or toddler bounce or dance along with the characters on the screen. Many busy caregivers also use these shows to give themselves a little time for a needed break or to prepare a meal or tidy up. However, watching television may not be best for your baby or toddler’s sleep.” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Kristen McDanel and Suzanna Smith, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fm395

Television and Attention Problems (FAR0093/FM453)

young girl watching television“Many parents at one time or another have put a young child in front of a television for a few minutes of household peace. Making a routine of this, however, may create long-term problems.” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Diana Converse, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, July 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fm453

FAR0410/FM120 Shaken Baby Syndrome

FAR0410, a 2-page transcript of the Family Album Radio Program broadcast by Donna Davis and Suzanna Smith, describes this preventable form of child abuse, and provides suggestions from the Child Abuse Prevention Project. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FM120