With so much technology out there, parents often find themselves turning to the computer and other gadgets for help. I know for me, it can be a life saver.
If one of my kids is sick, all I have to do is put the symptoms in the search bar and within minutes I will have a possible answer. If I need an answer to a parenting question, I login to a forum and hundreds, if not thousands, of parents are willing to help me resolve whatever pressing issue I might have. As a homeschooler computers play a huge role in our household. They are not only for entertainment, but for education as well. Although, I have to admit that my kids would prefer it be used more for entertainment purposes and less for education.
This has led me to wonder what role technology plays in parenting and where other parents see technology going in the future. How do computers, smartphones, tablets, and other devices fit into your parenting? What kinds of tech are most useful to you, and what situations do you rely on technology most?
If one of my kids is sick, all I have to do is put the symptoms in the search bar and within minutes I will have a possible answer. If I need an answer to a parenting question, I login to a forum and hundreds, if not thousands, of parents are willing to help me resolve whatever pressing issue I might have. As a homeschooler computers play a huge role in our household. They are not only for entertainment, but for education as well. Although, I have to admit that my kids would prefer it be used more for entertainment purposes and less for education.
This has led me to wonder what role technology plays in parenting and where other parents see technology going in the future. How do computers, smartphones, tablets, and other devices fit into your parenting? What kinds of tech are most useful to you, and what situations do you rely on technology most?