🔍 What is the AI Parenting Assistant?
The AI Parenting Assistant is a chatbot feature on Nookly that allows you to:
Ask real parenting questions at any time
Get expert-informed answers based on child development research
Instantly generate customized resources like stories, songs, routines, and more
It’s designed to reduce the mental load of parenting by offering on-demand, personalized support and resources.
✅ What You Can Use It For
Here are just a few examples of what you can ask and what to expect:
You can ask... | Nookly can help with... |
“How do I handle picky eating?” | A simple answer + optional story or card to encourage trying veggies |
“What’s a good bedtime routine for a sensory-sensitive child?” | A calming routine + printable visual schedule |
“How do I prepare my child for a new sibling?” | Tips + a story introducing the sibling in a gentle way |
“What’s normal for a 3-year-old’s language development?” | CDC-based milestones + phonics or picture cards |
🛠 How It Works
Step 1: Head to Your Child's Nook
You’ll find the "Ask Anything" button at the top of your child’s nook; you can jump right into it by clicking on any of the popular questions.
💡 Make sure your child’s profile is set up first. The Assistant will personalize everything based on their age, needs, and preferences.
Step 2: Type Your Question
You can ask anything, including questions about:
Emotional regulation
Milestones and delays
Daily routines
Play ideas
Behavior challenges
Tough conversations (grief, transitions, etc.)
Parenting support
And more!
Step 3: Get Research-Backed Answers
You’ll get:
A short, clear, research-backed explanation
Optional tools to support your child (e.g., printable story, song, visual aid)
For example:
💡 All answers are research-backed, and the resources will be cited so you can read more if you're interested!
Step 4: Generate a Personalized Resource
Nookly will not only provide research-backed answers and advice, but you'll also get personalized suggestions on tailored content you can use with your child.
You'll be able to choose from a variety of recommended resources. These can include:
Custom stories
Lullabies or songs
Visual schedules
Emotion or SEL cards
Speech picture cards
First-then boards
💡You'll be able to add any details you'd like to see in your resources and generate them directly from the chatbot! Once generated, the resource will appear in your Personalized Creations for editing, printing, or sharing.
🧾 How Caregivers are Using Nookly's AI Assistant
1: Managing Bedtime
👉 “My child refuses to go to bed. It’s always a meltdown.”
✨ Nookly responds with calming bedtime strategies and suggests creating:
A personalized bedtime story
A visual bedtime routine
2: Checking Milestones
👉 “What should my 2-year-old be saying right now?”✨ Nookly shares CDC-backed milestones and suggests:
Picture cards or phonics activities
3: Tackling Big Emotions
👉 “How do I help my 5-year-old calm down after school?”✨ Nookly offers a 3-step calming strategy and recommends:
An emotional regulation song
Printable emotion cards
🧠 Backed by Research, Trusted by Experts
All advice and tools provided by the AI Assistant are grounded in trusted sources, including:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Speech-language development guidelines
Child psychology frameworks
Positive parenting research
Citations will always appear at the bottom of every answer, so you can take the research a step further if you're interested!
💡 Nookly’s chatbot is here to support you with everyday parenting questions and challenges. If you're facing a more serious situation, and you're located in the U.S., Nookly will also recommend trusted emergency hotlines and support resources.
Please keep in mind that while Nookly offers helpful, research-backed advice, it’s not a substitute for professional help or therapy. If you or your child need urgent or ongoing support, we always encourage you to reach out to a licensed professional.
🤔 Not Sure How to Get Started?
Below are some topics and examples of questions to ask Nookly:
🧠 Developmental Questions
“Is it normal that my 2-year-old isn’t talking yet?”
“What fine motor skills should a 4-year-old have?”
“What are early reading signs in 5-year-olds?”
“Is my child’s speech delay a cause for concern?”
💬 Speech & Language Support
“Can you help me create speech cards for the ‘R’ sound?”
“My child struggles to follow instructions; what can I do?”
“What are fun activities to build vocabulary at home?”
“Can I get phonics flashcards for the ‘SH’ and ‘CH’ sounds?”
😣 Emotional Regulation & Behavior
“How do I handle separation anxiety at drop-off?”
“My toddler screams when they don’t get what they want; what do I do?”
“Help me create a routine for calming down after school”
“What do I do when my child hits their sibling?”
🍽️ Eating & Mealtime Challenges
“How do I encourage my daughter to try new foods?”
“Can you make a story about eating broccoli like a superhero?”
“How do I stop the dinner-time power struggles?”
“What’s a visual mealtime routine I can print?”
😴 Routines & Transitions
“Help me build a calming bedtime routine for a sensory-sensitive child”
“How do I transition my child from screen time to sleep?”
“We’re starting daycare next week. Can you make a story for that?”
“What’s a good morning routine for my 6-year-old?”
🧠 Learning Support at Home
“Can you suggest letter tracing activities for a preschooler?”
“My child is bored of flashcards—what else can I try?”
“Can I get a fun counting story with dinosaurs for my son?”
“We want to practice colors, make a silly song about that?”
💔 Tough Conversations
“How do I explain death to a 5-year-old?”
“My child asks why their dad doesn’t live with us—what do I say?”
“We’re moving cities. Can you make a story to prepare them?”
“How do I explain why their friend is nonverbal?”
✨ Everyday Parenting Support
“What can I do when I’m too exhausted to play but want to connect?”
“Can you give me a 10-minute quiet time activity for today?”
“How do I explain to my daughter why she can’t always win?”
“My son struggles with taking turns—how do I help?”
📆 Milestones & Readiness
“Is my child ready for school?”
“What’s a good story for starting speech therapy?”
“Can you help me track speech milestones by age?”
“How do I know if my child needs extra support?”
✨ No questions are ever too big or too small—just ask away and get instant support for anything you need! For more support, take a look at our walkthrough video below!