1. Allow a little leeway
You'll be amazed how quickly your child accepts Gametimer. Within the agreed limits, they're responsible for their own screen time. Everyone needs a little time to get used to this, but children adapt quickly.
5 tips for agreeing on screen time limits
5 tips for using Gametimer
Your child's usual bedtime is 9:00 pm, but they're watching a movie that ends at 9:10 pm. What do you do?
2. Agree on screen time together
Talk to your child about your daily screen time agreements. Involving them in setting the rules helps them feel happy with those rules. Revisit what you've agreed when something changes, such as a new school schedule.
3. Give your child time to wrap up
Your child knows when time is up. Give them time afterwards to finish their game properly and say goodbye to online friends.
4. Build awareness
Gametimer is about building awareness. Children learn that starting, pausing and stopping are all part of using screens. If they occasionally don't use Gametimer when you're away, don't make too much of it. The statistics show how Gametimer has been used over the last 7 days.
5. Agree on regular times
Agreeing on screen time isn't easy, especially when children often have no fixed routine. Clear agreements about screen time sessions help your child plan their daily screen time. This keeps screen time in balance with other activities and responsibilities.
