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Frequent Locations – Your iPhone Is Documenting Your Every Move

April 10, 2016 By Julie Watts 2 Comments

Frequent Locations - Your iPhone Is Documenting Your Every Move

Most people know that phones (and apps) know your location. You've probably even turned off location tracking for some of your apps under "Location Services." But buried four menus deep is another option called "Frequent Locations." This is where your iPhone is keeping a running … [Read more...]

Parenting VineDeas

October 31, 2015 By newsmom Leave a Comment

Use Pacifier Clips to Keep Toys & Cups off the Floor.

Vine videos with random ideas, info and tips for parents... in 6 seconds or less. Q: What is vine? A: It's like Twitter for video. Looping video clips - 6 seconds max. Scroll down to check out a few of our parenting VineDeas. We're just getting started. … [Read more...]

Maternity Clothes–Four Ways to Rent, Trade and Save

October 19, 2015 By Julie Watts Leave a Comment

A growing number of start-ups now let you rent maternity clothes, then trade them in as your bump continues to grow.

#ReportersNotebook When I was pregnant, I had about five different maternity outfits… period. Maternity clothes are expensive! Especially the cute stuff, so I rotated though the same few pieces week after week. That was particularly problematic since I’m on TV every day (and no we … [Read more...]

Small Space Nursery #ApartmentLife

September 7, 2015 By Julie Watts Leave a Comment

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Creating A Small Space Nursery In 4 Simple Steps   #ApartmentLiving with a little one can require some "out of the box" ideas. As a first-time mom-to-be, I had to figure out how to fit another human being into our San Francisco apartment. So, we decided to turn our … [Read more...]

Apps That Drain Your Battery & Data

June 19, 2015 By newsmom Leave a Comment

You may not realize it, but those apps you never use could be running in the background, draining your battery and your data. AVG Technology's latest quarterly analysis found weather apps, dating apps, gaming apps and social apps are the worst offenders. CBS ConsumerWatch Reporter … [Read more...]

Apps to Keep Kids Busy During Break (Via Jennifer Jolly, Tech’s Appeal)

June 18, 2015 By newsmom Leave a Comment

OK, we all know screen time will ruin our kids, right? But many of us "less than perfect" moms allow our kids some tech from time to time. Whether it's a long flight, a road trip, or simply 15 minutes of peace, tech blogger (and #NewsMom) Jennifer Jolly has compiled a list of apps … [Read more...]

10 Must-Haves for Travel With Toddlers

May 14, 2015 By Julie Watts Leave a Comment

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Travel with Toddlers Isn't Easy—But These Can Help! We travel... A lot.  At 21 months old, my toddler had logged over 60 flight hours, and she continues to sleep in her travel crib an average of two weekends a month. As a result, I have a lot of experience surviving airports, … [Read more...]

NewsMom Must-Haves for Parents

May 5, 2015 By newsmom 1 Comment

Unsponsored Reviews For Parents, Written By Journalists Who Are Also Parents

From products for infants to toddlers, we've probably purchased and tried them all. Here's a collection of must-haves for parents, from parents who report on products for a living. Follow NewsMomDotCom on Pinterest for more! Stuff we own. Stuff we love. Always independent. Never … [Read more...]

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