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In March 2020, I found myself in a chaotic situation: a sick 3-year-old and a twisted ankle after a fall in my driveway. After an urgent care visit, my toddler and I spent the next day on the couch, glued to Peppa Pig. At first, I was overwhelmed by Peppa’s absurd adventures—like when Mummy Pig parachuted out of a plane to fundraise for a new school roof. But as lockdown deepened, I grew immensely thankful for that animated little pig.
Millennial parents often grapple with screen time, especially since many of us grew up watching plenty of TV ourselves (complete with commercials). Screens have become ubiquitous, leading to endless debates about screen time limits, which went out the window during lockdown. One parenting expert even published an apology in The New York Times for making parents feel guilty about screen time.
However, when I reflect on my kid’s cartoons, I feel gratitude rather than guilt. I wouldn’t have survived lockdown without Peppa, Paw Patrol, PJ Masks, and even Frozen. My perspective on these shows has shifted; I now appreciate them for their creativity and humor. Shout out to the Kratt Brothers for their engaging animal explorations and the genius behind the puppet show featuring “Donkey Hodie” and “Purple Panda.” And a heartfelt thanks to the talented team behind Encanto!
Admittedly, there are things I find frustrating—Peppa’s bratty behavior and the peculiar economics of Paw Patrol, for instance. Yet, there’s so much to enjoy. Even now, I’m wrapping up this draft while listening to Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures, where Barbie hilariously juggles her many careers. The creators of these shows know that parents are often part of the audience too, delivering jokes that resonate with us.
I’ve recently taken a liking to Marvel Rising, which follows young superheroes in Jersey City. I sometimes wish to binge-watch the series myself instead of waiting for my child to choose what we’ll watch next. I long for her to embrace Bluey, a show that parents rave about like it’s a prestigious drama, but she remains indifferent.
There’s a part of me that wishes I could be the endlessly creative mom who crafts and plans enriching activities every second of the day. But that’s an impossible standard. Sometimes, I just need a few moments to myself—whether it’s to shower or enjoy my coffee while scrolling through the news. That’s where shows like Barbie’s Dreamhouse Adventures come in. Are they educational? Not really. But sometimes, it’s enough to sit back and chuckle at silly jokes for a while.
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Summary:
In the midst of lockdown, the author reflects on how kids’ cartoons, particularly Peppa Pig, Paw Patrol, and others, provided comfort and a sense of gratitude during chaotic times. Despite the challenges of screen time debates, these animated shows brought joy to both parent and child, helping to ease the pressures of parenting during a pandemic.
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