War of the online baby journals
This may be a little off-topic for Father's Day Week, since it seems that moms are still the ones who keep up (or, in my case, don't) the scrapbook that chronicles Junior's life. But I've been getting word lately of several Web sites that are vying to help you handle your memories virtually.
Totspot calls itself "Facebook for Babies," which I personally find just a little scary, even though the site assures you your page stays very private. (A Newsday story offers tips on how to use the site effectively.) You can upload photos and video, make a growth chart and record 'firsts' like first tooth, first meltdown, etc....and family members and friends can comment and write their own memories.
Kidmondo, a similar site, also launched recently.
Are you likely to use these, and if so, how widely will you share them? Or would you rather stick with paper journals?









Comments
Great Article! We are also in this space and we launched in Jan.08 in a public beta phase. We are currently launching a new version that will embrace more profile customization. I would love to speak to you if you have any questions.
Thanks!
James
James@babyspot.com
Posted by: James from Babyspot.com | June 14, 2008 10:52 AM
I have a Mom Blog, and have been told once or twice that I'm putting my kids in danger because I use their real names.
I started to blog as a way to chronicle my children's early years and also to keep in touch with out of town family. I'm terrible at scrapbooking. It's turned into much more.
I'm choosy about what pictures I will post and I don't share information that would make it easy for someone to find us.
I'm more concerned about identity theft or the crime in the city than I am about being victimized because of my blog.
Posted by: Kayris | June 17, 2008 1:43 PM