🧠 Ask The Expert | Too Much Screen, Too Little Play: Is Your Child Losing Essential Life Skills?

Screens are everywhere, and yes, they can be helpful (we’re parents too!). But what happens when screen time starts replacing real-world play and interaction? Could it be affecting your child’s development in ways we don’t fully realise? Join us for a meaningful conversation with Titus Ting, Early Education Specialist and Founder of Tiny Mountains, as we explore: 👶 The long-term impact of excessive screen time on young children 🧠 Why play is still essential for learning emotional regulation, communication, and resilience ⚖️ How to strike a realistic balance, including tips for integrating meaningful tech use into your daily routines 🗓️ July 10th, 2025 📍 Only on theAsianparent App This session isn’t about blame, it’s about understanding, support, and practical change ❤️ 🎤 Drop your questions NOW and join the live discussion! #AskTheExpert #ParentingSupport #TinyMountains #theAsianparentSG #ScreenTimeBalance #ChildDevelopment #PlayMatters

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my son is almost 2 but rarely speak anything... could it be because of watching/ screen time? but that'sthe only way i can get things done 😭

Titus Ting

Early Education Specialist & Founder of Tiny Mountains

3mo ago

Yes, it could be a factor. Excessive screen time, especially passive watching, can delay speech and language development because it replaces real-life interaction, which is how language grows. Involve your child during your everyday activities, read books together, and spend time outdoors describing what you both see. You don't have to do something special for them - just involve them in what you are doing.

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Home Just Mums screens everywhere yes helpful re parents too but what happens whe