It varies here. I am guilty of using it way too much at times to help me get things done. I'll often let DD watch a movie while DS has his nap so I can clean up or get some work done. I do feel a bit guilty, as I could be using that time as one one one with DD, but sometimes we just have to do what we have to to get on top of things. Then some days we'll spend the whole day out side or doing other things and DD won't even ask about TV, so I think it all balances out.