Socialization by Robots?

Today's rant is brought to you by Moxie [<a href="https://embodied.com/" rel="noopener">https://embodied.com/</a>], a robot that promises to teach your child social-emotional skills, mindfulness, and creativity (for the low, low price of $1700). Just like the pet raccoons and tarantulas, we'll pass on having one of these nightmares in our home. Also mentioned: "Will All the Under-Socialized Babies Born in 2020 Be OK?" [<a href="https://www.todaysparent.com/baby/baby-development/will-all-the-under-socialized-babies-born-in-2020-be-ok/" rel="noopener">https://www.todaysparent.com/baby/baby-development/will-all-the-under-socialized-babies-born-in-2020-be-ok/</a>]