Hello Ogamari!
When you are raising an infant or toddler, you have endless things to think about, such as research and worries. Of course, it is rewarding, but it is also physically and mentally taxing. At times like these, ChatGPT, a generative AI, can be useful!
What is ChatGPT?
ChatGPT is an artificial intelligence (AI)-based chat service developed by OpenAI. You can ask questions via text and it will give you appropriate answers.
For example, if you ask, "How do I wean my 6-month-old baby?" they will provide you with general directions and cautions. It is easier than searching on the Internet, and you can quickly get the information you need.
Of course, you need to consult a specialist for medical or safety-related matters, but it is a very useful tool for resolving small everyday questions.
Let's use it in these 7 situations!
I myself use ChatGPT all over the place in various aspects of childcare! Here are some of the situations in which I actually use it♪
The screenshots in the article are answers for ChatGPT Plus (paid version for about 3,000 yen/month)
Get advice on baby care
My baby cries at night and won't sleep! Should I start weaning my baby? I have endless questions about childcare, such as "My baby cries at night and won't sleep! I always consult ChatGPT when I have such questions.
Examples of Application
Tell me the optimum time and frequency of your baby's naps!"
'What are the medical recommendations on how to combat nighttime crying?'
I wonder if baby food, even basic baby food, would work?"
I asked for help because I felt my almost 5 month old daughter was napping too much.
If you want the free version to give you the answers in a tabular format, you can ask it to do so by saying something like "Write it in a table! and it will be written in a table.
AI information is for reference only and should be discussed with your pediatrician or specialist as needed!
Support for childcare schedules and management of belongings
Raising an infant requires time management for feeding, changing diapers, putting them to bed, and so on. It is especially difficult to prepare for an outing because the rhythm of the day can get out of whack. I always ask for help in making a schedule and a list of things to take with me.
Examples of Application
"I'm leaving my 0 and 2 year old at daycare tomorrow, so I need a schedule and a list of things to bring."
I'm mixing breast milk and formula, can you give me an example of a feeding schedule?"
'Make an ideal meal and nap schedule for a one-year-old.'
I have an outing planned just for tomorrow, so I asked him to come up with a list of things to bring!
Since the rhythm and number of pieces vary from child to child, use this information only as a guide and adjust it to fit your actual life.
Support for weaning and menu planning
My second daughter is about to start weaning. With my first daughter, I was depressed because I only have memories of how hard it was to think of menus and quantities every day and deal with it, but with ChatGPT, I think I can get over it!
Examples of Application
"Plan a menu for a week's worth of late weaning (9-11 months) food."
'I'm worried about allergies, so I need some baby food recipes that allow me to gradually experiment with wheat, eggs, and dairy.'
Tell me about some baby food menus that are easy to pick up and eat."
Not only does this make daily work easier, but it also makes it possible to create a menu with a good nutritional balance!
Gathering information on development
When you don't have time to read a parenting book or research online, ChatGPT can help you "summarize information". For example, by asking the question, "Tell me briefly about your baby's development," you can easily check the approximate growth of each age group.
Examples of Application
A quick summary of what a five-month-old baby can do."
At two years old, things aren't going smoothly anymore...is this the earliest stage?"
"Can you give me an idea of when babies are ready to turn over and how to play with them to encourage them to do so?"
I would suggest that you keep it as a reference only, and if you are really concerned about something, you should consult a professional organization!
Emotional care for moms and dads
There are many moments when you want someone to listen to your complaints and worries about childcare. But you can't always talk to your friends, and it's hard to post on social networking sites.... In such cases, ChatGPT can be used as a "virtual friend who listens to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! This is probably the way I use it most often (laughs).
Examples of Application
I'm so tired today... comfort me."
'My baby cries all the time, I can't sleep... encourage me.'
'My husband only does what he is told... what do you think I should do?'
Create picture books and songs for children.
Talking to your baby and reading to him or her is very important for language development. With ChatGPT, you can create your own original picture books, children's stories, and songs for children!
Examples of Application
My oldest daughter, who is two, loves rabbits, so I made up a short story with rabbits in it."
Make up the lyrics to a hand play song that babies will love."
'Make poems with a rhythm that one-year-olds will enjoy listening to.'
It was so cute I laughed (laughs).
Get advice on shopping and childcare items.
Which type of bottle is best? How do I choose a diaper? With ChatGPT, you can also get advice on how to choose the right product for your needs!
Examples of Application
How do you recommend diapers for newborns?"
Which should I buy first, a baby carrier or a stroller?"
Which type of baby food spoon do you prefer?"
Of course, the final purchase decision should be based on reviews and actual usability, but it is very useful for gathering initial information to broaden or narrow down your options.
Let's make use of ChatGPT and enjoy raising your child while reducing the burden of childcare!
Child of the Week.pluralizing suffix (esp. for people
My oldest daughter was absent from daycare for a week due to a fever. When I thought she was better, my second daughter also had a fever, and finally I came down with the flu.... Thankfully, only my husband survived.
Ogamari (IT enthusiast)
A new mother who gave birth in May 2010, she is a freelance website developer, computer instructor, and programming tutor. Her hobbies are watching comedy and bowling (she is a bowler, but is taking a break due to the birth of her child).
Operates "MOMIT," an online IT community for moms only.
https://momit.jp/