Parenting is a crazy ride, and we know we can\u2019t do it alone.<\/p>\n
There is such an overload of information (and so many moving parts). That it can be seriously overwhelming just trying to keep little humans alive. Let alone feeling organised and on top of everything. The mental load\u00a0is overwhelming.<\/p>\n
Whether you\u2019re a new parent or are a couple of kids deep, it\u2019s never too early or too late to get organised. But knowing where to start can be a little confusing \u2013 especially when there are SO many baby apps out there!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":1322,"parent":0,"template":"","brand-taxonomy":[],"product-taxonomy":[255],"class_list":["post-1289","articles","type-articles","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","product-taxonomy-educational-toys"],"acf":{"main_page_content":[{"acf_fc_layout":"first_layout","section_title_here":"What baby apps do I really need?","section_sidebar_title_here":"","section_content_here":"
Most of us find our phones are full of apps we downloaded and never actually used, or used to use and no longer do. So first things, first: do an app audit.<\/p>\n
Go through your phone and delete any old apps that you no longer use. You\u2019ll find you suddenly feel less overwhelmed by having less clutter in your phone. Win.<\/p>\n
Then sit down and write a list of all the things you need to do and ways that you think might help. Is it organisation you\u2019re after? Or are you looking for connections with other mums? Or maybe somewhere to share your baby\u2019s milestones and photos that isn\u2019t social media?<\/p>\n
Whatever it is, chances are there\u2019s an app out there to help you do it!<\/p>\n
This is exactly why we created the\u00a0free Kiindred app<\/a>\u00a0in the first place. To create a one-stop-shop for parents who feel overwhelmed by all the \u201cstuff\u201d.<\/p>\n These days there are so many other amazing baby apps available for parents to help make life easier too.<\/p>\n We\u2019ve narrowed down a few of our favourites, from scheduling to trackers and baby development, to safety and social media.<\/p>\n","select_product_all_section":"","add_quote_content_section":"","add_jw_video_shortcode_here":"","add_instagram_embed_code":"","add_pinterest_embed_code":"","add_youtube_embed_code":"","turn_off_sign_up_section":true,"turn_off_parent_with_confidence_section":true,"turn_off_review_section":true,"turn_off_hey_parents_section":true,"turn_off_third_left_banner_section":true,"turn_off_products_you_love_section":true,"turn_off_win_game_section":true,"turn_off_win_a_gift_voucher_section":true,"hide_and_show_button":"A"},{"acf_fc_layout":"first_layout","section_title_here":"The 8 best baby apps to make your life easier","section_sidebar_title_here":"","section_content_here":"","select_product_all_section":"","add_quote_content_section":"","add_jw_video_shortcode_here":"","add_instagram_embed_code":"","add_pinterest_embed_code":"","add_youtube_embed_code":"","turn_off_sign_up_section":true,"turn_off_parent_with_confidence_section":true,"turn_off_review_section":true,"turn_off_hey_parents_section":true,"turn_off_third_left_banner_section":true,"turn_off_products_you_love_section":true,"turn_off_win_game_section":true,"turn_off_win_a_gift_voucher_section":true,"hide_and_show_button":"A"},{"acf_fc_layout":"first_layout","section_title_here":"1. Feed safe","section_sidebar_title_here":"","section_content_here":" This is a great resource for breastfeeding mamas who are wondering if they are safe to enjoy an alcoholic beverage. (Spoiler: there\u2019s no need to pump and dump.)<\/p>\n This app helps you track when you have an alcoholic drink and tells you when you are safe to feed your baby.<\/p>\n It also has a detailed \u2018Frequently Asked Questions\u2019 section. Providing information on alcohol and breastfeeding according to the latest government health guidelines.<\/p>\n","select_product_all_section":"","add_quote_content_section":"","add_jw_video_shortcode_here":"","add_instagram_embed_code":"","add_pinterest_embed_code":"","add_youtube_embed_code":"","turn_off_sign_up_section":true,"turn_off_parent_with_confidence_section":true,"turn_off_review_section":true,"turn_off_hey_parents_section":true,"turn_off_third_left_banner_section":true,"turn_off_products_you_love_section":true,"turn_off_win_game_section":true,"turn_off_win_a_gift_voucher_section":true,"hide_and_show_button":"A"},{"acf_fc_layout":"first_layout","section_title_here":"2. 2Houses","section_sidebar_title_here":"","section_content_here":" 2Houses is a great resource for parents who are co-parenting, helping take the stress out of an already difficult situation.<\/p>\n It includes features such as custody scheduling, calendar syncing, activities and appointments. It also keeps track of medical information and vaccination timetables.<\/p>\n Other features include:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Financial management system for shared expenses<\/p>\n \u2022 A simple messaging tool to help keep track of communication that can never be deleted.<\/p>\n \u2022 An information bank full of contact details for all your children\u2019s needs. This includes medical contacts, as well as things such as clothing and shoe sizes, height, weight etc.<\/p>\n \u2022 A journal, which is like a mini social network for your family to share news, photos, videos, updates or funny stories.<\/p>\n","select_product_all_section":"","add_quote_content_section":"","add_jw_video_shortcode_here":"","add_instagram_embed_code":"","add_pinterest_embed_code":"","add_youtube_embed_code":"","turn_off_sign_up_section":true,"turn_off_parent_with_confidence_section":true,"turn_off_review_section":true,"turn_off_hey_parents_section":true,"turn_off_third_left_banner_section":true,"turn_off_products_you_love_section":true,"turn_off_win_game_section":true,"turn_off_win_a_gift_voucher_section":true,"hide_and_show_button":"A"},{"acf_fc_layout":"first_layout","section_title_here":"3. OurHome","section_sidebar_title_here":"","section_content_here":" OurHome is a simple way to organise your family in one place. This is your go-to tool for help running the household, calendar, groceries and chores.<\/p>\n As the kids get older they can get their own access to see their assigned chores and tick them off as they go.<\/p>\n The app also features:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Ability to assign and schedule tasks and chores<\/p>\n \u2022 Set personal goals, track progress and rewards<\/p>\n \u2022 Shared grocery list<\/p>\n \u2022 Family calendar with reminders<\/p>\n \u2022 Messaging<\/p>\n","select_product_all_section":"","add_quote_content_section":"","add_jw_video_shortcode_here":"","add_instagram_embed_code":"","add_pinterest_embed_code":"","add_youtube_embed_code":"","turn_off_sign_up_section":true,"turn_off_parent_with_confidence_section":true,"turn_off_review_section":true,"turn_off_hey_parents_section":true,"turn_off_third_left_banner_section":true,"turn_off_products_you_love_section":true,"turn_off_win_game_section":true,"turn_off_win_a_gift_voucher_section":true,"hide_and_show_button":"A"},{"acf_fc_layout":"first_layout","section_title_here":"4. Tiny Beans","section_sidebar_title_here":"","section_content_here":" Tiny Beans is your baby\u2019s first social network. How cute! It allows you to share photos and videos with loved ones without being on traditional social media.<\/p>\n It works off a calendar format, allowing you to upload the photo into a certain day so you never miss a milestone. You enter information into a specific day, such as the child\u2019s height or weight or general comments\/memories.\u00a0 That way you have them all in one place.<\/p>\n Parents or grandparents can all upload directly into it. And there are plenty of fun filters and stickers to make it exciting.<\/p>\n","select_product_all_section":"","add_quote_content_section":"","add_jw_video_shortcode_here":"","add_instagram_embed_code":"","add_pinterest_embed_code":"","add_youtube_embed_code":"","turn_off_sign_up_section":true,"turn_off_parent_with_confidence_section":true,"turn_off_review_section":true,"turn_off_hey_parents_section":true,"turn_off_third_left_banner_section":true,"turn_off_products_you_love_section":true,"turn_off_win_game_section":true,"turn_off_win_a_gift_voucher_section":true,"hide_and_show_button":"A"},{"acf_fc_layout":"first_layout","section_title_here":"5. Save the date to vaccinate","section_sidebar_title_here":"","section_content_here":" This app helps you track your child\u2019s vaccination schedule. Sending you alerts when they are due and syncing up to your calendar.<\/p>\n This can come in really handy. as like so many things that can get lost in our endless to-do lists. Tip: If your child isn\u2019t up-to-date with their vaccination schedule it can impact daycare and school enrolments. So this can be helpful to avoid any unnecessary complications there.<\/p>\n","select_product_all_section":"","add_quote_content_section":"","add_jw_video_shortcode_here":"","add_instagram_embed_code":"","add_pinterest_embed_code":"","add_youtube_embed_code":"","turn_off_sign_up_section":true,"turn_off_parent_with_confidence_section":true,"turn_off_review_section":true,"turn_off_hey_parents_section":true,"turn_off_third_left_banner_section":true,"turn_off_products_you_love_section":true,"turn_off_win_game_section":true,"turn_off_win_a_gift_voucher_section":true,"hide_and_show_button":"A"},{"acf_fc_layout":"first_layout","section_title_here":"6. Rain Parrot","section_sidebar_title_here":"","section_content_here":" Planning outings with the kids is hard enough but rocking up to the park only to get caught in a sudden downpour can mean tears all around.<\/p>\n Never get caught out in the rain again with weather forecasts constantly updated for your location. You can even set notifications for 30 minutes before rainfall is expected and minute-by-minute intensity of incoming rain.<\/p>\n","select_product_all_section":"","add_quote_content_section":"","add_jw_video_shortcode_here":"","add_instagram_embed_code":"","add_pinterest_embed_code":"","add_youtube_embed_code":"","turn_off_sign_up_section":true,"turn_off_parent_with_confidence_section":true,"turn_off_review_section":true,"turn_off_hey_parents_section":true,"turn_off_third_left_banner_section":true,"turn_off_products_you_love_section":true,"turn_off_win_game_section":true,"turn_off_win_a_gift_voucher_section":true,"hide_and_show_button":"A"},{"acf_fc_layout":"first_layout","section_title_here":"7. National Public Toilet Map","section_sidebar_title_here":"","section_content_here":" File this under apps you never thought you would need but are actually really helpful.<\/p>\n This is great for parents if you need to change a nappy on the fly. Or when your child is toilet training or in those first few years when kids are still learning to hold on. Being able to find the nearest toilet at the click of a button can be really handy.<\/p>\n It\u2019s also great for the pregnant mamas \u2013 because when you\u2019ve got to go, you\u2019ve got to go!<\/p>\n","select_product_all_section":"","add_quote_content_section":"","add_jw_video_shortcode_here":"","add_instagram_embed_code":"","add_pinterest_embed_code":"","add_youtube_embed_code":"","turn_off_sign_up_section":true,"turn_off_parent_with_confidence_section":true,"turn_off_review_section":true,"turn_off_hey_parents_section":true,"turn_off_third_left_banner_section":true,"turn_off_products_you_love_section":true,"turn_off_win_game_section":true,"turn_off_win_a_gift_voucher_section":true,"hide_and_show_button":"A"},{"acf_fc_layout":"first_layout","section_title_here":"8. Kiindred","section_sidebar_title_here":"","section_content_here":" Ok stick with us, we\u2019re biased WE KNOW. But we\u00a0created Kiindred\u00a0to be your go-to resource for expert advice, real-life inspiration and so much more. So we couldn\u2019t write a baby app list and not include\u00a0ourselves.<\/p>\n We cover all your baby\u2019s development information (from verified experts in their fields). But we keep it simple and easy-to-digest. We don\u2019t overwhelm you with content because that\u2019s the last thing parents need!<\/p>\n We make parenting fun with our real-life inspiration content as well as our gorgeous baby and mama trends pages. We also have a dedicated media section, full of expert content as well as bedtime stories and meditations. And not to mention our game-changing\u00a0daily rhythms<\/a>\u00a0which help set your baby (and you) up for better sleep!<\/p>\n Plus we\u2019re just about to add over 10 new tools to the app to help you even more on your parenting journey, from feeding and sleep trackers to contraction timers. So stay tuned!<\/p>\n