28 of the best baby apps for new parents
Louisa Sherlock
Contributing EditorThese days there's an app for everything, including when you become a new parent – handily! Keeping some baby-specific apps ready on your phone can help you track your little one's sleep and feeding patterns, play white noise at night, or even brush up on your first-aid skills.
We've rounded up some of our favourite apps for parents that will make your life with your baby that little bit easier.
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FREE NEWBORN NAPPIES
1. Sleepy Sounds
The Sleepy Sounds app plays soothing lullabies and also has a night light to help your baby fall asleep.
Downloaded by more than two million parents, you can personalise it by recording your own music and sounds.
Download for free from Google Play.
Download for free from the App Store.
2. White Noise Baby Sleep Sounds
Help your baby sleep with this free white noise app for Android. Sounds include a vacuum cleaner, washing machine and heartbeat.
Download free from Google Play.
3. White Noise Baby
Another great white noise app is this White Noise Baby for iOS.
It costs 89p to download and has a range of ambient sounds to soothe your baby to sleep.
There’s also a timer so you can control when the sounds stop.
Download from the App Store.
4. Baby Monitor 3G
You have to pay for the Baby Monitor 3G app, but you might decide it's worth it for a peaceful night's sleep!
The app works on your phone, tablet or computer and lets you watch live video of your baby sleeping.
You can also talk to your baby through the app and play soothing lullabies.
Download for £5.49 from Google Play.
Download for £4.99 from the App Store.
5. My Baby Music Boxes
If your baby prefers lullabies to help them sleep, why not give this free app a try?
Available for Android and Apple, it has a choice of music box melodies. You can also set a timer for it to switch off.
Download free on Google Play
Download free from the App Store.
6. BabyTime
This free app is an ‘all in one’ baby tracker.
It lets you make a note of everything from your baby’s feeds to their sleep and even nappy changes.
With feeding, you can track how many bottles or breastfeeds your baby has had and also keep track of their weight and height.
Download for free from Google Play.
Download for free from the App Store.
7. The Baby Feed Timer
Whether you’re breastfeeding or bottle feeding, this Baby Feed Timer app helps you track everything from when your baby last fed to which breast to start on.
There’s also a night mode with dimmed light so as not to disturb your baby, a timer, pause button and notifications on when your baby’s next feed is due.
Download for free from Google Play.
Download for free from the App Store.
8. Sleeptot Baby White Noise app
Made both for babies and parents, the Sleeptot Baby White Noise app helps you little one drift off to sleep with its catalogue of soothing sounds.
Select the Newborn, Infants or Toddlers categories to find noises suitable for your little one, or delve into the Parents section to help yourself catch some z's – we all need a little help to relax sometimes!
Download for free from Google Play.
Download for free from the App Store.
9. Baby-led Weaning Cookbook
Thinking of weaning your baby? This free app has loads of first food ideas and simple weaning recipes to get you started.
You can also search by ingredients and save your baby’s favourite recipes.
Download for £4.99 from Google Play.
Download for £4.99 from the App Store.
10. Annabel Karmel Healthy Baby and Toddler Recipes
Search over 250 recipes for your baby and child on this Annabel Karmel app. There’s lots of inspiration for baby’s first foods — both finger foods and purees. You can also create your own meal planner and log your family favourites.
Download for £4.99 from Google Play.
Download for £5.99 from the App Store.
11. Baby Led Kitchen app
Stuck for meal ideas to feed your baby? Choose from one of 225 recipes featured on the Baby Led Kitchen app.
Each meal is made to be easy for your baby to feed themselves, while also being budget-friendly.
Plus, there's no upper age limit, so you can keep trying out new recipes even when your kids get older.
Download for free from Google Play.
Download for free from the App Store.
12. Nara Baby Tracker
This is the ultimate all-in-one baby tracker app, where you can log your baby's routine – from what time you breast feed to nappy changes and when your baby last slept.
Download for free from Google Play.
Download for free from the App Store.
13. Mush
As a new mum, it can feel lonely at times. So why not make local mum friends with the free Mush app.
You can search for other mums based on location and the age of your babies and join local meet ups.
Download for free from Google Play.
Download for free from the App Store.
14. Peanut
This social networking app lets you find and chat to other mums in your area. You can also share parenting advice and get support from each other.
Chat online or meet up in person — the choice is yours.
Download for free from Google Play.
Download for free from the App Store.
15. Cozi
Keep track of your family calendar and store shopping lists and recipes on this free Cozi app. You can also set yourself reminders so you don’t forget doctor’s appointments or baby groups.
Download for free from Google Play.
Download for free from the App Store.
16. Poppinz
Share family calendars, photos and events on the free Poppinz app. It’s a great way to keep all your family activities in one place and you can even assign tasks … like picking up more milk and nappies.
Download for free from Google Play.
Download for free from the App Store.
17. British Red Cross baby and child First Aid app
Keep your baby safe with this free British Red Cross first aid app. There are 17 first aid scenarios with step-by-step instructions on what to do. There’s also information on what to do in an emergency and you can record any medications your child is taking.
Download for free from Google Play.
Download for free from the App Store.
18. Happity listings app
It can be tricky to find activities that are specifically made for families and parents-to-be.
Happity is the listings app specially designed for parents. You'll find classes for parents-to-be, babies and young children, all collected into one easy to use interface.
Download for free from Google Play.
19. NCT Babychange app
On a trip out with your baby? The free NCT Babychange app lets you search by location for your nearest baby change facilities. You can also rate them and add any new ones you find for other parents.
Download for free from Google Play.
20. FeedFinder
This free app lets you find and rate places to breastfeed your baby when you’re out and about. You can search by location and also read more about each location, all reviewed by other mums.
Download for free from Google Play.
Download for free from the App Store.
21. Fisher Price Animal Sounds app
Keep your baby entertained with this free animal sounds app. Designed for babies six months and older, your little one can tap or tilt the screen to bring the animals to life.
Download for free from Google Play.
Download for free from the App Store.
22. Baby Tracker — Newborn Log
Track and monitor your baby’s development with the free Baby Tracker app. You can make a note of all their ‘firsts’ — from smiling to rolling over — along with recording sleep and feeding patterns.
Download for free from Google Play.
Download for free from the App Store.
23. Glow Baby
Log your baby’s feeds, sleep and nappy changes on the free Glow Baby app. You can also track all your baby’s milestones along with interactive growth charts.
Download for free from Google Play.
Download for free from the App Store.
24. Baby Sparks
The free Baby Sparks app gives you daily activities to do with your baby to support their development. You can also track their baby milestones. The app is free but there is a monthly fee if you want more features.
Download for free from Google Play.
Download for free from the App Store.
25. Baby Daybook
Keep track of your baby’s development and activity patterns on this free Baby Daybook app. You can also set yourself reminders for appointments or feed times.
Download for free from Google Play.
Download for free from the App Store.
26. Wonder Weeks
Learn all about your baby’s mental development with the Wonder Weeks app. You can chart their ‘mental leaps’ and ‘sunny weeks’. There’s also information about sleep regression and separation anxiety and how you can help your baby.
Download for £4.99 from Google Play.
Download for £4.49 from the App Store.
27. Bubble childcare app
Going on a date night? Find a babysitter to look after your little one with the Bubble app. You can swipe through local sitters and check their ratings left by other parents. There’s also an Express Book function if you need a last-minute sitter.
Download for free from Google Play.
Download for free from the App Store.
28. Netflix
Up in the early hours with your baby? Why not download the Netflix app so you can watch your favourite programmes during the night feed?
Download for free from Google Play.
Download for free from the App Store.
