Parenting, Media, and Everything In Between
Preschoolers
April 14, 2020
Senior Parenting Editor | Mom of one
Facebook's Messenger Kids is social media for kids who've outgrown toy smartphones but aren't quite ready for the real thing. What they really want is Instagram and Snapchat so they can act just like... read more
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April 9, 2020
Senior Editor, Social Media and Learning Resources | Mom of one
"Alexa, entertain my kid with high-quality content." If you have an Echo device, you know this is a tall order. Not only is Alexa a finicky listener, but you need to launch specific "skills" to get... read more
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April 7, 2020
Senior Director of Research | Dad of two
Our lives have changed quickly since shelter-in-place orders started. For parents like me (I have a 5-year-old and a 7-year-old)—who are suddenly assuming multiple roles as caregivers, teachers, and... read more
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March 16, 2020
Senior TV Editor | Aunt of two
The disruption caused by the coronavirus pandemic can be especially confusing and scary to little ones. In these times, beloved characters from well-crafted TV shows can provide the reassurance, the... read more
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March 12, 2020
Senior Parenting Editor | Mom of one
One of the toughest jobs of parenting is talking to your kids about difficult subjects. It's hard enough to explain when Mr. Teddy Bear gets eaten by the washing machine. Or how their bike got stolen... read more
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March 2, 2020
Senior Director of Research | Dad of two
Parents tend to worry about exactly how much screen time is appropriate for kids. The guidelines can be confusing -- and there's no magic number that's right for all families. The truth is what kids... read more
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March 1, 2020
Senior Parenting Editor | Mom of one
More than six in 10 parents say their young kids interact with voice-activated assistants. Are you one of them? If you're weighing the pros and cons of products such as smart watches, smart speakers... read more
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February 3, 2020
Editorial Director | Mom of two
You started with the best intentions. Your kid needed a laptop for homework. Your tween needed a phone to text you after school. You wanted a Fitbit to lose a few extra pounds. But now, you look... read more
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