A new problem for this generation is the numerous technology we have scattered around the house. We have several tablets, a Kobo e-reader and my hubby and I have our cell phones. Finding a cord to match was getting frustrating. Someone would unplug it and move it to their bedroom or the kitchen to keep using it even though the low battery signal has popped up. Well fear not! I have the solution.
I went to the store Solutions and was not able to find an actual charging station. I did find a lot of things that could be used to tidy up the devices and give them a place to tuck in at night.
http://www.solutions-stores.ca/kitchen/
This is a simple Kitchen Organizer meant for pot lids. You can find it in a houseware department in a variety of stores.
Should we put a limit on screen time? Homework must be done of course. Is 2 hours too much? Too little? Have they spent enough time interacting with family members before they dive into an episode of Fuller House? Its very hard to pull them away after they get into a show or two. If we say yes to one episode…can I get a pinky promise you will actually turn it off?
Technology is really becoming a problem. Games are becoming a rising concern as an addiction. Cyber bullying is so detrimental to everyone involved. There is so much to think about and personal decisions we need to make to keep our kids safe and cyber-smart.
A good first step is getting the gadgets back to my charging station by 8pm for recharging. Let me know in the blog comments if you have any suggestions on how to keep the technology in your family with a healthy balance. I’d love to hear your suggestions.
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