TeethingTime24 My 16 month old gets way more TV when he’s sick and it feels off. Tried extra cuddles, dim lights, and quiet toys first but he just fusses through them. Ended up putting on shows so he’d rest instead of crying.
BrightBabies15 It’s understandable to feel off about leaning on screens more during illness, especially when nothing else settles him. The main thing is that rest matters most right then, so if the shows keep him from crying himself out, they can serve as a short bridge until he feels better. I’ve seen how even brief exposure to calmer pacing helps the day pass without extra stress.
TeethingTime24 Tried turning the shows off once he settled but the fussing started right up again. Hoping this bug passes fast so we can drop the extra screen time.
