As part of an ongoing series this week about online and mobile safety, Family Online Safety Institute CEO, Stephen Balkam, is here to provide tips to help keep your family safer online. In my recent interview Stephen talked about mobile safety and Facebook. Today he’s providing factors to consider if you’re thinking about giving your…
Joining Silver Spring Patch
I’m joining the Silver Spring Patch team as a contributor to share tech tips and tricks with DC Metro readers! If you aren’t familiar with Patch, think of it like a local newspaper but in digital form. Patch sites are all over the country but drill down to provide you with the news that…
Facebook & Social Networking Tips for Parents from FOSI CEO Stephen Balkam
As part of an ongoing series this week about online and mobile safety, Family Online Safety Institute CEO, Stephen Balkam, is here to provide tips to help keep your family safer online. Yesterday’s topic dealt with mobile safety and today we’re taking about Facebook. Tech Savvy Mama: We know that Facebook Terms of Service…
Mobile Safety Tips for iPods from FOSI CEO Stephen Balkam
If you’re giving the gift of an iPod Touch or a mobile phone this year, they are incredibly powerful devices due to the amount of content that can be easily accessed. Last year when I attended the Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI) Annual Conference, CEO Stephen Balkam talked about how for $200, kids could go into…
Dangers of Button Batteries in Small Tech Devices
We know that technology requires batteries and while we love the fact that our devices are getting smaller and more portable, they rely on smaller coin size button-type batteries that are hazardous for young children. Commonly found in remote controls for MP3 players, they are also in other devices such as singing or talking greeting…
Gift Guide Picks for Healthy Living (w. giveaways)
With 2011 nearly behind us and a New Year coming, if you feel inclined to make some resolutions in 2012 to better your health, here are some of my favorite products that can help. Now please pass the chocolate! Kalso Solar Too GIVEAWAY: Kalso Earth Shoes (starting at $130)— Those who believe in no pain,…
Redbox: Inexpensive Way to Rent Movies & Games
Whether out-of-town guests are descending upon your house and you’re looking for a way to entertain kids of different ages or you’re wondering what titles for your new game system might be best for your family, Redbox makes it easy to bring home the latest games and movies inexpensively. Grab a movie (Blu-ray or DVD)…
Washington Ballet’s Nutcracker- Tips & Discount for DC Readers
This week we saw The Washington Ballet’s Nutcracker which was just as magical as last year! If seeing the Nutcracker is on your holiday to-do list and is a tradition you want to start but you haven’t purchased tickets, The Washington Ballet has a special offer for 20% off tickets for the following performances at…
Gifts for Geography Lovers from HearthSong
With grandparents who travel the world and my upcoming trip to Haiti, our kids are fascinated with geography. Since we look forward to trips that span the globe, we love that they have an interest in places around the world, different cultures, and the Earth itself. Here are a few gift picks from HearthSong that…
outfitYOURS.com- Apple Accessories & Phenomenal Customer Service (giveaway)
Whether you are a PC to MacBook convert, iPad devotee, iPhone lover, or just can’t be without your iPod, outfitYOURS.com is the best place to shop for all the best Apple accessories. Founded in 2010 after brothers Taylor and Thayne were frustrated with their online shopping experience, outfitYOURS stands out from its competitors. With an…
