@axod: You're right. This isn't a replacement for 1:1 storytime. But sometimes that's not possible. Like when a parent is on a business trip, or stationed abroad in the military, or with remote grandparents, or in a split family situation.
FWIW, I was in a split family situation with my son since he was 18months. He's 10 now. I really don't think this would have been a good idea. I did think about getting a webcam setup at the time, but you need some boundaries, and things worked out great in the end.
Phone is good, and obviously making every effort when you are together, etc.
Having too much webcam/phone/etc can just make everyone miss everyone even more, and make things worse rather than better.
I'm sorry to be 'down' on the service, but it just makes me kinda sad :/
I guess for parents who work far away, or abroad, it could be useful. Or it could just make the kids miss them more...
Would a kid rather watch a video of an absent parent telling a story, or have the parent who is present read them a story in person? I'd expect usually the 2nd option.
