Hello, Question… what do you think of when you hear Joaquin? I’m trying to see how this name will work on a Resume when he is older. Hello, Answer… I think of the actor Joaquin Phoenix. I’m not sure how the name will work on a resume, but there may be some people who will…
Ruth and the Green Book by Calvin Alexander Ramsey Teaching children about America’s history of racism is challenging. While we discuss current events and historical figures like Martin Luther King, Jr., we look for age-appropriate resources to tell more personal parts of our history in a way that a child can understand. Ruth and the…
Another baby book? Yes, but with a high-tech addition: aim your smartphone at codes in the book, and you’ll see 3D videos of babies in every week of development. “The Wonder Within You” by author Carey Wickersham showcases the development of a baby forming inside its mother. The 3D ultrasound images “show how babies in…
We’ve covered the robot baby buggies made by 4moms here — and now you can look forward to more high-tech help from the small company, as it just won a $41 million investment. The Wall Street Journal reports “the Pittsburgh startup is known for its Origami one-click easy-fold strollers that can charge your cell phone and…
Hello Jennifer, I am starting to love month and seasonal names. Right now I like April. Must my daughter be born in April to receive that name or is that tacky? Same with Summer or Autumn, do they need to be born in that season, should I avoid matching birthday with name, or does it…
Hi Jennifer, I recently met a young lady with the name Beige, and I simply love it! I think it is a great alternative to Paige, and I noticed that it is not in the database! Could you add it? C Lou Dear C Lou, I love adding new names, so yes I have added…
Jennifer, I’ve always loved the name Dakota. While I’m not yet expecting, it’s at the top of our list for a girl as it’s one of the few names we agree on. Recently, though, someone mentioned to me that it’s a culturally insensitive name due to the Native American tribe and that it would be…
“Need to keep an eye on your little one napping, while you enjoy diner with your friends in the living room?” asks electronics maker Withings. “Want to have him under your benevolent eye when you are on a business trip? Simply place the Withings Home in his bedroom. You can even launch a nightlight or…
The School for Cats by Esther Averill A few years ago, a friend recommended the Jenny’s Cat Club books for my cat-obsessed daughter. I expected to find another cute, fluffy kitty book. I was mistaken and delighted to be mistaken. This was no series of stories featuring cats with twee names and sparkle powers; this…
Can you “Take control of your reproductive health” as the developer of Glow claims? A recent review of the free app on the Gizmodo technology site says: Yes, you can. Glow says its will let you pinpoint your ovulation day and track your period with its “advanced proprietary algorithms and its ability to crunch vast…
An interactive storybook for the iPad can foster a love of classical music in children of all ages. “Hear the beautiful music and get involved!” says developer Infinite Fermata. The Four Seasons: A Vivaldi Storybook features a kid-friendly arrangement of one of the most beloved pieces of classical music, coupled with “loads of fun interactivity”…
This portable folding booster seat can “help mom keep baby’s feeding surface clean and sanitized,” Fisher-Price says, “but has all the other features moms and toddlers need.” There’s a removable tray, with a snap-on cover that is sized to fit most toddler plates. The tray has 3 “tummy adjustments to allow for growing toddlers,” as…
