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Will Zoodles Android app Solve Kindle Fire Parental Controls Issue?

December 2, 2011 by Caryn Talty Comments7 Comments »

View of Kid-Safe Mode on the Kindle Fire

This week I downloaded the Zoodles children’s browser to my Kindle Fire in hopes that it would solve the lack of parental controls issue for Amazon Prime members.

Zoodles is cross platform downloadable browser application for kids with a customizable parental controls feature. It also comes with a pricey premium. The company website claims it works on all kinds of devices: android mobile phones, the iPod, iPhone, and iPad, as well as on your favorite PC or Mac. Users can manage their account on unlimited devices, too. This makes it handy for large families and for those that to travel to grandma’s quite a bit. Their team scours the internet for appropriate online educational games and videos for kids between 3-8 years old. It creates a customized browser experience for each child in your house based on their age and abilities. In addition, premium parents can choose what kinds of games they would like to see more of, and what games they would like to block …continue reading »

New Kindle Fire Lacks Parental Control Features

November 17, 2011 by Caryn Talty Comments14 Comments »
The Kindle Fire may not be for kids yet.

The Kindle Fire lacks parental safeguard options.

The long awaited release of the Kindle Fire has finally arrived. I anxiously opened up the packaging to play with my new tablet toy priced less than half of what it would cost for an iPad.

We are an Apple family with a history of PC use. We have our iPhones and our MacBook, and we are completely satisfied with them. But this year for Christmas there isn’t money in the budget for an iPad for each kid, and let’s face it, no one wants to share their one and only Christmas gift. So after reading up on the device, and because we are already members of Amazon’s Prime service anyway, we decided to try out the Kindle Fire and take advantage of their free Cloud service.

I could write a review on the technical specs but I am hardly qualified. I imagine that are plenty of parents, however, who are considering getting a Kindle Fire in lieu of an iPad, Nook Color, or even a hand held gaming device like a Nintendo D.S. …continue reading »

Chewable Jewels for Moms and Babies

June 3, 2008 by Elaine Luther CommentsBe the first to comment on this article! »

Chewable Jewels by Dr. Bloom

While many moms decide to forgo jewelry rather than let Junior pull on it, dentist Dr. Helen Bloom decided to solve that problem, while also giving baby a healthy choice for teething on.

Her unique selection of silicone jewelry includes bangle bracelets, pendants and backpack charms.

Check this website to see more of the chewable jewelry.

Sew Your Own Baby Sling

May 19, 2008 by Elaine Luther CommentsBe the first to comment on this article! »

Baby Sling

Want to sew your own sling type baby carrier, but don’t know where to start? Concerned that your home sewn sling will meet safety standards? …continue reading »

What is Babywearing?

May 17, 2008 by Elaine Luther CommentsBe the first to comment on this article! »

Baby in Sling-Ezee Sling

A friend with young twins recently asked me about how to use a sling style baby carrier. She said with two babies, she just didn’t have enough hands.

I told her you can actually carry two babies at the same time, using two slings, but she said, “I’ll start with one, thanks!”

Talking with her about my favorite sling, and how to use it, I was reminded of how much I like sharing with other moms about the benefits sling use has brought to our family.

So maybe you’ve heard of this term, baby wearing? Or maybe you just want some help wading through the explosion of baby carrying products that are out there now. Well, I’m here to help. …continue reading »