Parents concerned about the whereabouts of their children (especially those who don’t remember to check in) may soon have their fears alleviated by a new wearable GPS device designed specifically for kids. The Japanese-made Docotch 01 watch, to be released in the U.S. in March 2015, helps parents [Read More]
When should you introduce your children to technology? How much is too much? How is technology changing the approach to parenting? These concerns are as Dot Complicated as it gets. While children should be kept tech literate, screen time should not replace outside time or friend time. [Read More]
It’s that time of year again. Time to ask for inscription in the (Face)book of life and be absolved of all our digital sins. Technology is making atonement far more complicated than it used to be: Our sins go beyond what we say out loud to [Read More]
Not everyone has the ability to walk into a gallery and buy the work they love right off the walls. But thanks to the internet, you can now find quality pieces from great unknown talents, as well as prints by well-known, established artists. Check out our favorite [Read More]
If you’re a mom you’ve heard of the term “baby brain,” and have most likely even experienced it yourself. Lately I’ve been living in a constant state of Momnesia, so I can say without a doubt, “baby brain” exists. Ironically this brain fog commonly associated [Read More]
It’s not like I’m a social media addict. But if I was, and I live tweeted my day, it might look something like this.
You. Guys. It’s *way* too early. Go back 2 bed. #itsstilldarkoutside
Great, now u woke ur sister up. #iusebadgrammarat5am
It’s ur brother’s turn 2 [Read More]
Things have definitely changed from the days when a state-of-the-art home meant having a stereo system and a microwave. But household technology is advancing so quickly. If you think your house has the latest conveniences, think again. Some surprising home technology standards are fast becoming old [Read More]
A recent TIME.com article warns of the cost too much screen time could be having on our kids’ social skills. In a study by researchers at UCLA, a group of 51 kids who were given a five-day break from screen time were [Read More]
Preschool in the United States can cost anywhere from $4,000 to $15,000 per year—figures that can be prohibitive to many families. But every child deserves access to an early education. That’s why we’re so excited about CHALK Online Preschool.
The CHALK program began in actual preschools—they have [Read More]
With social media on just about every device, parents have new fears to keep them awake at night. Around 95% of teens between the ages of 12 and 17 are online, and 81% of them use social media sites regularly, according to a recent study [Read More]
