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How Much Television Should Kids Be Allowed to Watch?

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Just like you enjoy watching television when you get home after a long day of work, your kids enjoy their fill of tv time after school. Some kids could sit by the television for hours if you let them, but many parents believe kids should have limited television time so they can spend more time doing something educational, like reading.

For this week's Moms Talk Q&A, we're asking: How much time should kids be allowed to watch television per day?

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Each week in Moms Talk, our Moms Council of experts and smart moms take your questions, give advice and share solutions. 

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