Congratulations/condolences! You’re a new parent! Becoming a parent can be one of the most difficult transitions in your life. 

But with new technology, this process can be much easier than it was a few decades ago. Your phone is an incredible resource of information and cataloging that you may not even be fully aware of. 

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New parents can sometimes struggle to make friends, or keep those who aren’t parents themselves. This app can help you meet other parents who are looking to spend time with similar families. 


Sitters fill out detailed profiles on their availability and references, making them easy to contact and sort through. It can really decrease the time and effort that goes into meeting with multiple sitters to choose the right one. 


When a child is old enough to start using your devices, it may be difficult to keep them from accessing apps that you’d prefer them not to use. (“Tyler! I’ve told you a million times, ‘Black Mirror’ is only a Mommy and Daddy show.”)


This app gives you real expert advice on all the questions you are wondering about when you have your first child. From what’s okay to what’s not, you’ll be able to find out a plethora of important information much quicker than continually looking it up online.


This gets especially hard once they become a toddler and have a better understanding of the world around them. 

Thankfully, there are some fantastic shows out there to keep kids entertained and learning. No station is better at this than PBS Kids. 

They even have their own app so you have the station with you at all times. This app is more for your child than for the actual parent.


Alternatively, you may not realize something is more serious than it seems. This app helps you figure out what you need to do when something is off with your child, and whether it’s the right time to go to the hospital or to figure it out at home. 

While the app is owned by the British Red Cross, the advice is universal, and worth using even outside of the UK.


The ultimate baby tracker. This app keeps track of everything, from medical records to new achievements. 

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