Let’s be honest — we all love streaming our favorite movies and television shows. When it comes to our kids, though, we want to make sure that the media they’re consuming is kid-friendly, safe, positive, and educational. Of course, we don’t always want to have to monitor every second of what our kids are watching — and that’s where HBO Max comes in! There are family-friendly options for kids of all ages, with shows and movies parents can feel good about.
1. Watch Shows & Movies Together
Kids can gain a lot from streaming movies and television shows with their parents! Children constantly look to their parents for cues about how to respond to what they’re watching — whether it’s laughing, thinking seriously, or getting concerned. Use these moments of shared watching to connect over shared experiences! You can also use this time to introduce your kids to some of your own childhood favorites.
2. Use Media To Start Conversations
Bringing up difficult conversations with kids can be really hard for parents — so let television shows and movies do some of the work for you. With options like Sesame Street’s town hall series, it’s easier to start discussions with kids about some of those tough topics. Of course, you can also use media for less serious conversations; talk about friendships, storytelling, make believe, imagination, and more!
3. Let Kids Pick What They Watch
Every parent knows that kids love to be in charge. They like to choose what they eat, what they play with, when they go to bed, and more — even when they aren’t allowed to make those choices on their own. One way you can let your kids feel like the “boss” is by letting them pick which television shows and movies they stream on HBO Max.
Learn more about how streaming can enrich your kids’ streaming experiences by listening to the MomTips episode below!
