Last week, my teenager spilled a milkshake on his MacBook Air and I’m convinced it was on purpose. You see, he’s been lobbying for a PC because my current ability to satellite parent requires the household to be on Apple, lest I will have to come up with different parental controls. Parenting … [Read more...]
Is It Time To Spring Clean Your Social Media Profiles?
While we normally think about cleaning up around the house during this time of year, ever considered doing a little cleaning of your social media? I sure have, especially in the past few days! I'm taking a good look at my profile and I know it's time to clean house. It's a good habit to get … [Read more...]
How A Tablet Can Help Autistic Children Communicate
April is Autism Awareness Month and for many families with children diagnosed within the Autism spectrum, finding ways to learn and communicate effectively is a high priority. There is no cookie-cutter solution; each person diagnosed has their own particular needs and skills. Autism was first … [Read more...]
Samsung Aims To Help Families Living With Autism With “Look at Me” Project
For families living with autism, connecting with children can sometimes be challenging. On top of daily routines, occasions like the holiday season or getting ready for birthday party can be overwhelming for some. With these families in mind, a new app has been created. Developed by Samsung, … [Read more...]
Why Aren’t Girls Encouraged To Pursue This Career?
When you ask girls what they want to be when they grow up we get all sorts of interesting answers. Sure we get mom, teacher, dancer, lawyer, doctor, hairstylist, fashion designer and many other great career options. As parents we want to inspire and encourage them to pursue their dreams and guide … [Read more...]
Engaging And Connecting Families.
We've been celebrating my birthday the last few weeks (yes, it's a month long celebration) and there are little ones in our family. Keeping them patient and happy when we're out can sometimes be a challenge! So, you're in a restaurant and you need to keep your little one entertained until the … [Read more...]
Being There
Ah technology. You are amazing. Yesterday my friend Susannah kept me 'in' the delivery room while her awesome sister Telly welcomed baby Oliver into the world. Her random updates were so exciting! Come on baby! Get here already! 5.5 cm! In the throes! In pain - losing it. Better now - … [Read more...]
Dad, Can I Get Facebook?
My eldest son, who thinks he is a 16 year old trapped in an 11 year old's body, has been asking to get Facebook for the last couple of months. I crowdsourced the question on Facebook and received various answers, one of the most common is that Facebook is becoming less and less popular with the … [Read more...]
App of the Week: 2life for twosomes
Designed for two people, 2life is new app that just launched. Why you should get it? It's a private and secured network that lets you chat, share, collaborate and coordinate with your partner all in one place. "Once you create a free 2life joint account with your partner, you can easily stay … [Read more...]
Cool Tech Gadget I want NOW!
Once in a while I check out what up and coming products are in the works. I've come across a neat little website called Kickstarter.com that helps promote innovative products and services. People can go in (hey, mompreneurs!) and talk about their projects in the works and can request … [Read more...]