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Let's Not Outsource Parenting Duty to Artificial Intelligence
A toy company announced that it will develop AI-powered toys for babies, but studies have shown that such toys is vulnerable to leaking children's personal information and may interfere with their social, emotional, and cognitive development in many ways. Our precious children need rich, human interaction—not to be raised by AI-powered nannies.

To-wen Tseng
Jul 173 min read


When An “AI Companion” Encourages Your Kids to Run Away
There are two types of artificial intelligence: generative and companion. Based on testing, companion AI can compete with users' real-life friends, encourage them to run away from home, and even suggest self-harm—posing a serious risk to children under the age of 18.

To-wen Tseng
May 303 min read


Instead of a "Baby Bonus," This is What the White House Should Do to Encourage Women to Have More Children
The Trump administration wants to persuade women to have more children by awarding $5,000 for every birth. But women say they want universal healthcare and affordable childcare.

To-wen Tseng
May 152 min read


Embracing the Joys of Solitude in the New Year
Popular culture often portrays being alone as negative, but loneliness is normal, and everyone should learn to embrace solitude.

To-wen Tseng
Jan 213 min read


Ending Intergenerational Trauma With Me
Little J entered the "freaking fours," determined to test every limit I had. After one meltdown, I made a mistake...

To-wen Tseng
Oct 14, 20244 min read


We Need to Talk to Our Sons About Care Responsibilities
As back-to-school season waning and election season approaching, To-wen writes why parents need talk to their boys about care.

To-wen Tseng
Sep 16, 20242 min read


To My Preschool Graduate, I Won't Say "I Just Want You To Be Happy"
I don't expect you to be happy all the time. I hope you embrace your true self, feel all your emotions, and keep trying even when you fail.

To-wen Tseng
Jun 20, 20223 min read


Born and Raised in Taiwan, I Actually Appreciate How Americans Judge Parents
When my four-year-old had a meltdown and the police showed up at my door, I didn’t feel ashamed—I felt safe. Born and raised in Taiwan, I knew what it was like to cry for help and have no one come. But in America, someone knocked. That night reminded me why I appreciate how American society isn’t afraid to judge parents—and how that judgment can protect children.

To-wen Tseng
Jan 24, 20194 min read
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