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Don't outsource the best parts of parenting to AI

Talking to your kids is one of the fun parts of parenting. I'd rather AI take over mundane tasks like laundry or organizing school communications.

Parents ponder whether to outsource certain aspects of parenting to artificial intelligence (AI). Sam Altman, OpenAI CEO and a parent, proposed an AI-generated podcast featuring a child's schedule and interests during their commute to school. However, many argue that AI should not replace the enjoyable aspects of parenting, such as talking to children about their activities and interests.

The tedious tasks, like diaper changes, laundry folding, and managing a busy calendar, might be more suitable for AI assistance. Yet, the author suggests that parents should retain the delightful experiences, such as storytelling at bedtime, which are brief yet precious moments in a child's life.

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