Spacing Out Vaccines Isn’t Good for Kids

Spacing out vaccines adds risk without benefit. So moving this vaccine earlier in the schedule wouldnt help. Thats not safe or prudent; that just exposes the child to extra risk. (Spoiler: nope, its fine.) In fact, if the schedule looks overwhelming, its sort of an illusion. … [A]dvances in protein chemistry have resulted in vaccines containing fewer antigens. But having three different visits with a different needle each time is more traumatic....

September 18, 2015 · 1 min · 72 words · Grant Scott

The Four Keys to Getting Out of Unnecessary Meetings

Nobody likes to sit through unnecessary meetings. Be candid, honest, and authentic while you explain. Lying might work, but it will come back to bite you. Provide more information than the person needs to know. Talk to whoever is in charge and get their blessing to bail. How to Get Out of Doing Anything| YouTube

September 18, 2015 · 1 min · 55 words · Darryl Martinez

The Holo Remastered Home Screen

Android may have left Holo behind for brighter pastures, but not everyone has forgotten. This design remixesthe old Holo bluein a classic dark background for a slick, modern look.

September 18, 2015 · 1 min · 29 words · Gilbert Garcia

This Chart Shows How Long iOS and Nexus Devices Get Updates

This chart from Android Police examines how long each iOS and Nexus rig continues to receive updates. On average, iOS devices have longer support times. If nothing else, this is a pretty strong message that Android OEMs need to step up their game. Software Updates: A Visual Comparison Of Support Lifetimes For iOS vs. Nexus Devices| Android Police

September 18, 2015 · 1 min · 58 words · Michael Nelson

Turn a Raspberry Pi Into a Wireless FM Microphone

This build from Instructables usertaifurtransmits what you say into the makeshift lapel microphone over FM radio. You could also use it in a van or other large vehicle to communicate over the cars speakers. you could find the full component list, necessary code, and step-by-step instructions at the link below. Raspberry Pi Based Wireless Microphone| Instructables

September 18, 2015 · 1 min · 56 words · Christine Sanchez

Turn an IKEA Lack Table into a Light Box

DIY Lightbox build with Ikea Lack table| Instructables

September 18, 2015 · 1 min · 8 words · James Reyes

Use Cream Cheese to Make The Creamiest Grilled Cheese Sandwich Ever

My skepticism was ill-placed however, for it makes asupercreamy sandwich. You see, if you do it right, you dont even realize the cream cheese is there. The Secret To Creamier Grilled Cheese Sandwiches| Epicurious Photo by Chelsea Kyle; Styling by Anna Stockwell.

September 18, 2015 · 1 min · 42 words · Kristin Watson

Use Dry Ice to Make Soft Serve Without an Ice Cream Machine

Then you churn the base in a stand mixer, slowly adding in the dry ice. It also makes a pretty fun weekend project to make, especially with kids. Stick around for the whole video below (especially if youre an animal lover). Soft Serve Ice Cream| ChefSteps

September 18, 2015 · 1 min · 46 words · Tammy Elliott

Wenpcfg Hides Default Links in Windows' File Explorer Sidebar

This command line tool allows you to selectively hide some of the hard-coded links in the sidebar. Since Windows doesnt give you the option natively, youre stuck with them otherwise. Ghacks has some detailed instructions on how to use the tool at the via link below.

September 18, 2015 · 1 min · 46 words · Amanda Mendez

What to Do When Your Kid Lies to You

A typical four-year-old lies about once every two hours, according tosome studies. A typical six-year-old lies even more often (hourly)! Fellow parents: What do we do about this deception? How can we build trust with our kids and prevent them from growing up into psychopaths? This is the dilemma Im learning to deal with now. My daughter and I have a great bond, I think. I wastryingto go to sleep this whole time with my eyes closed....

September 18, 2015 · 5 min · 889 words · Ryan Brown

"The Secret to Being Liked Is to Like Other People"

Everyone wants to be liked, but some people are more immediately likeable than others, it seems. The secret to getting people to like you: Like other people. Glennon Doyle Melton describes on Momastery an outing with her girls to visit cats at the Humane Society. And the secret to being interesting is to be interested. And the secret to having a friend is being a friend. Why dont we want to believe that?...

September 17, 2015 · 1 min · 140 words · Roger Snyder

1Password for iOS Adds Multitasking and Spotlight Search Support

Now, alongside multitasking on the iPad, you could now search for 1Password login info directly from Spotlight. Its a fast, easy way to find passwords really quickly. 1Password(Free) | iTunes App Store

September 17, 2015 · 1 min · 32 words · Robert King

Apple's iCloud Storage Plans Are Now Much Cheaper

Apple has revised its iCloud prices and theyre now a better value.

September 17, 2015 · 1 min · 12 words · Eric Tyler