Kids have different needs, so you’ll want to take a different approach.

With the right devices, you could give them a smart bedroom that benefits everybody.

Why a Child’s Smart Bedroom?

Tuya Wi-Fi IR Blaster on a wooden desk.

To that extent, anEcho Dot Kid’s Editionis tailor-made for children.

One area concern is Amazon’s practice of having humans review what you and your children say to Alexa.

That’s something you’ll appreciate if your children tend to leave the lights on.

All cameras and smart hub from Reolink that made it to works with home assist certified.

Smart bulbs are dropping in price rapidly.Wyze Bulbsareas little as $10a bulb with shipping.

If it plugs into the wall, you may be able tocontrol it with a smart plug.

That includes fans, lamps, and even rechargeable toys.

A person holding an S23 Ultra on the medical information entry screen, with some emergency sirens around it.

With the right tool,smart plugs can pay for themselves.

In either case, place one in a location just outside the bedroom and one near the closest bathroom.

Nest Protect is motion-activated, so just walking to the bathroom activates the night light.

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And sometimes the biggest obstacle to “date night” is building trust in a babysitter.

Wi-Fi cameras can help with that.

It’s a peace of mind that doesn’t unnecessarily interrupt your kids.

An Echo Kid’s Edition in a child’s bedroom, with the question "How long do bears hibernate?"

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Both companies offer two-factor authentication for securing your account.

As a secondary benefit, Wyze cameras are compatible with the company’ssensor products.

You’re the best judge of your children and what they can handle.

Four Wyze Bulbs in a row.

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You may be surprised with a suggestion you hadn’t even considered.

A GE, iclever indoor, and outdoor smart plug arranged in a triangle.

A mother and child reading a children’s book in bed, with a Nest Protect mounted on the wall above their heads.

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An iPhone showing a Wyze Cam feed of a child playing in her bedroom.

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