From headlines in the daily paper, morning radio talk show hosts discussing it on the air, and news outlets sharing breaking news through Snapchat, it’s hard for our kids to avoid words and current events that are associated with sex. It may be tempting to change the radio station, turn off the nightly news, flip…
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Why KidzVuz is Perfect for Kids Wanting to Make Their Own Videos & #KidzVuzBTS Recap
This year has been the summer of girls’ trips with Emily and I won’t lie, having one on one time with my tween has been a treat. Emily is eleven and starting middle school in the fall. She’s at that age when parents can be very uncool at the drop of a hat but…
I’m Taking Over Scholastic’s Facebook Page to Talk eReading and eLearning (Wed, 8/15)
Scholastic Headquarters in SoHo, NYC 5 years ago when I started blogging, Scholastic was the very first brand that ever reached out to me so it was an honor to emcee their #eScholastic brunch at their SoHo headquarters in New York City recently. In a room full of familiar blogging friends, I shared how Scholastic…
Safely Social Monitor: Free Easy Service Monitors Family Facebook Activity
Chances are you know who your child was with and what they were doing after school but do you know what they were doing online after they finished their homework? Just as we want to know where our kids are going and who they’re with on a regular basis to ensure their safety, it’s important…
AVG Anti-Virus 2012: Essential Protection for Your PC
Having worked for antivirus software companies, I used to receive my fair share of calls, emails, and texts from friends whose computers were crawling along, headed for a crash and the blue screen of death because they weren’t running antivirus protection. Viruses aren’t a joke. They result in sluggish computers, stolen identities, rampant malware, and…
Eventbrite Makes Event Organizing Easy for Everyone
If event organizing seems like a daunting task, Eventbrite makes it easy for everyone. Whether organizing professional events, coordinating PTA fundraisers for your child’s school, or arranging casual meetups, Eventbrite empowers individuals to become event organizers and provides a free service for free events. Users can quickly and easily use tools to create custom event…
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…
Bump Month: Breastfeeding Resources on BabyCenter
Today for Bump Month, the Bumpin’ Bloggers of Splash Creative Media are talking about breastfeeding. In case you were worried about a little TMI or over sharing- not to worry- today I’m highlight the rich resources on the BabyCenter for nursing moms. BabyCenter is a free site that anyone can join and while…
Teaming Up with ChicaLogic to Spread the Tech Savvy to the Masses
Tomorrow I head to New Orleans for Mom 2.0 Summit where I’ll enjoy time with friends, the sights of the French Quarter, beignets at Café Du Monde, wander by Preservation Hall to take in the sounds of jazz, fantastic food (because I’m all about the food!) and lots of strategy with Lori Fraijo Raygoza, from…
Similac Baby Journal Provides Convenience in Recording Baby Info for Sleep Deprived Parents
Seven years ago as a sleep deprived first year mom I would have loved the convenience of the free Similac Baby Journal App to keep track of feedings, jot notes about Little Miss Techie as she grew, and chart her growth. The Similac Baby Journal App is designed to be used for bottle and…
