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Also, there are new tools for parents to keep track of their babies' health and sleep. These are much more sophisticated than old fashioned monitors. Is there cause for concern? Smart monitors and AI-powered devices are now tracking everything from sleep patterns and health metrics to developmental milestones and growth rates right from birth. While these analytics are popular with parents used to tracking their own health data, you have to ask: who else is watching? Before you install an AI surveillance system in your nursery, Clark shares a warning to consider.
All this and more on the September 18, 2026, episode of The Clark Howard Show.
Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
AI Baby Health Surveillance: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
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NYTimes: Aw, It’s Baby’s First A.I. Surveillance System
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