A few weeks ago, during a conversation about the ways in which technology has infiltrated our lives, someone suggested that I watch a particular episode of Black Mirror, the Netflix series that is billed as the updated version of The Twilight Zone. In the episode, a mom, frightened when her preschool daughter wanders off from the playground and disappears for a short time, … [Read more...] about Parents: Just Because We Can Doesn’t Mean That We Should
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Kids Online Safety: What All Parents Should Know About Social Media
With the way technology is advancing, it isn’t surprising to find a large number of kids getting more involved and dependent on the Internet and social media. Although these things can help your kid stay connected and informed, it still isn’t a good idea to expose your kids to these networks without proper guidance. As parents, here are some of the most important things you … [Read more...] about Kids Online Safety: What All Parents Should Know About Social Media
Playing Catching Up in Life
I recently met up with a good friend at a sports practice for our children. She was sitting on the lobby floor of the ice skating rink, with papers spread all around her. I asked, with great curiosity, “what are you doing”? She replied, “I am trying to catch up on life." In the crazy world of motherhood, we spend much of our time reacting to the events of the day or week. It … [Read more...] about Playing Catching Up in Life
Forget Facebook: The Sexting Apps Parents Need To Know
As a child, I remember hearing the ominous male voice on the TV commercial asking parents: It's 10 PM. Do you know where your children are? These days, it’s a little easier to track our kids whereabouts with the help of smart phones and GPS. What we parents don’t always know, however, is where our kids our “hanging out” online. I’ll be the first to admit that I can’t keep … [Read more...] about Forget Facebook: The Sexting Apps Parents Need To Know
Jennifer Yen on Being A Mompreneur, Power Ranger Villainess + Anti-Aging Secrets
We chatted with Jennifer Yen, creator and CEO of pur~lisse and former Power Rangers actress on being a new mom, creating a new business and how she rocked the Power Rangers wardrobe! On being a mom: I have to admit that before I had my daughter Gemma, I was completely consumed with myself - my work, my desires and my life. I’m 6 months into being a mom and it’s been … [Read more...] about Jennifer Yen on Being A Mompreneur, Power Ranger Villainess + Anti-Aging Secrets