As the co-founder and CEO of a family safety company, I hear from parents all the time who want to know about the best tips for keeping their kids safe, especially as they get older. Reflecting on these conversations, I have noticed that many parents are intimidated by technology when, in fact, leveraging technology can…
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Mr. Poppers Penguins: The Movie
If you’ve ever read the classic chapter book, Mr. Popper’s Penguins, then you may love the novelty of the movie version or be appalled that very little of the plot is based on the book but Mr. Popper’s Penguins, the movie, is a contemporary adaptation of the classic story that we found enjoyable. In this…
Kids Online Behavior & Safety: Recent Stats and More Resources
I’m passionate about educating families to keep kids safe online and developing awareness about potential risks of having kids on the internet because the online landscape is constantly changing. We know that the internet is a treasure trove of educational activities, helpful online communities, our go-to for information, but also poses real risks that can…
Free Printable Father’s Day Cards from Company Kids (w. giveaway)
Just in time for Father’s Day, Company Kids has free printable cards to download and color to honor dad. Each of the two different styles can be downloaded from the Company Kids Facebook page and are perfect for younger children who want to provide dad with a personalized greeting but find a blank piece of…
Tech Savvy Kids Communicate Via Email to Hone Writing Skills
Thank you to Yahoo! Mail for sponsoring this post about staying connected. I was selected for this sponsorship by the Clever Girls Collective, which endorses Blog With Integrity, as I do. It probably isn’t surprising that Little Miss Techie has her own email account since she was born. When she sits down at the computer…
Tips for Creating an More Allergy-Friendly Home
I wrote this post while participating in a blog tour conducted by Clever Girls Collective on behalf of Claritin®. I have been compensated for my time commitment to the program. This weekend I unplugged to spend some time outdoors with Little Miss Techie for her first Brownie camping trip. I love the great outdoors and…
Friday Faves- Outdoor Toys for Fun in the Sun
With the warmer weather hinting at summer to come, the desire to be outdoors puts the emphasis on outdoor play, imaginative play, and gross motor skills. Last month I attended Time to Play Magazine’s spring and summer toy showcase where I learned about many of the new products on the market to get kids away…
Bump Month: BellyBumpBoutique.com Maternity Formal Wear Rentals
Finding stylish maternity clothes that fit well, make you feel good, and you won’t get tired of throughout your nine month is tricky enough but add in a formal event and even the most chic mama-to-be can be thrown for a loop! BellyBumpBoutique.com allows pregnant moms to shop from home for designer maternity formal wear…
Bump Month: Things I Wish I Knew As a New Mom
There are many things that pregnancy books don’t tell you about being a mom but a good girl friend would. Today for Bump Month, the Bumpin’ Bloggers are sharing things that we wish we knew- the good, bad, and the ugly! The following advice comes from The DC Moms, a fantastic group of women…
My Top 5 Mom Confessions on Zulily
I can’t claim I’m a perfect parent. I’ve fallen out of contention for the Parent of the Year award every year for the past 7 years that makes me ineligible for life. While my kids might not be faced with years of therapy for my faults, confessing my mom sins through a post is…
