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mummy, can I watch something?

mummy, can I watch something?

By: katie harrison
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 This is your new guide to navigating the turbulent world of kids TV! I grew up watching telly, but when I became a mum, I was made to feel guilty about it. Mumfluencers, media, and medics make screens shameful. And I get it. Screens are a complex, serious struggle for modern parents. But somewhere between the sleep training and the snack time, we’ve lost sight of the storytelling. So I decided it was time to tackle the remote off my 5-year-old and start to interrogate the shows I want her to watch. And maybe, along the way, I could help inspire other parents too. Ready? Pass the remote.katie harrison
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  • So mad I could screen!

    So mad I could screen!
    Dec 4 2025

    Welcome to episode one of mummy, can I watch something? Your guide to navigating the turbulent world of kids TV, with me, Katie Harrison.


    This is the moment I finally wrestle the remote back from my five-year-old and start to properly interrogate the shows I want her to watch. And maybe, along the way, I can help other parents let go of the shame around screen time.


    Because kids TV isn’t just a passive distraction rotting their brains. It can educate, entertain, and give you something to enjoy together.


    So the next time your child asks, “mummy, can I watch something?” you’ll actually know what to say.


    Thanks for listening – and happy watching.


    Credits!

    Producer: Maud Start

    Editor: Hannah Granberry

    Music: Hugo Harrison

    Artwork: Freya Morgan

    Coolest person ever: Suki
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    14 mins
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