Here Are a Few Devices That Can Help You in Every Stage of Your Life

For as long as animals have had thumbs, we have been using tools to make our lives better and easier. In fact, one can map the progress of the human race by tracking the tool we have created over the centuries. We often disparage stone knives as a way of talking about grossly outdated technology. But the thing to remember is that stone knives were the, wait for it… cutting edge of technological innovation of its day. It moved the human race forward like nothing since sliced bread.

The only difference between then and now is the level of technology to which we have access in our day to day. We have the power to make our lives better in ways not imagined by our ancestors — even those from just 100 years ago. We know there is a close connection between looking good and feeling good. Now, we have all manner of devices that help us look and feel better. The electric toothbrush has revolutionized tooth-brushing for millions of people who previously didn’t have stellar oral hygiene. That is just one example of how devices make our everyday lives better. Here are a few more:

Thumb Sucking Prevention Devices

The latest research shows that it is a good idea to get your child off of thumb sucking by age 3. 6 is the maximum. The reason is that thumb sucking is related to oral health issues down the road. Some will be costly to correct. That is why it is important that you find a good thumb sucking device or technique that helps get your child off of this natural but terrible habit. You will want to do everything you can to avoid hindering the proper development of permanent teeth. There are also long-term side effects of impaired speech to be considered.

Since the first pacifier, there have always been devices intended to keep small children from sucking their thumbs. The problem is they just transfer that habit to pacifiers which also can have similar negative effects. You have to remember that this is a natural behavior. So there is absolutely nothing wrong with your child if she sucks her thumb. There is also nothing wrong with you. And while you want to break them of the habit, there is no call for traumatizing them by yelling at them and using a harsh approach. Be patient. It will take time. It is perfectly okay to use proven devices to help nip this habit in the bud.

Security Cameras

It used to be that alarm systems and security cameras were the exclusive domain of the wealthy. That is no longer the case. The best security cameras of 2021 are also affordable and easy to set up without outside help. This, in part, is thanks to the popularity of smart home devices.

A smart home starts with being a secure home. Don’t buy wifi light bulbs until you have set up some kind of security for your home. With these modern devices, you can see who is at the door even when you are on vacation. You can even speak to them if they are trying to leave a package. If you hear a noise in the backyard while in bed, you can bring up the appropriate camera on your smartphone and see that it is only the raccoons. Stopping burglaries is just one advantage. Having peace of mind is the real advantage. You are a healthier and happier person whenever you have one less thing to worry about.

A Smartwatch

One of the most useful devices for seniors is a smartwatch. They are already from a generation of people who are used to wearing watches. Now, pretty much all smartwatches can help you monitor your heart rate, blood oxygen, and many other important vitals. The better ones even have features that can tell when you have fallen, and even warn you when you are about to fall. Of all the devices you could give a senior as a gift, a good smartwatch is one of the best. 

Devices to make life better are nothing new. Make your life a little better by using devices to help your child break bad habits, that give you peace of mind, and that help monitor your health.