Apps available in Walsall for Families

Posted by: Daniel Wall - Posted on:

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A variety of free apps are available to help support families living in Walsall. For more information please see below.

Baby Buddy App

The Baby Buddy app is designed to build parenting knowledge and support parents with breastfeeding, mental health, and practical advice – from conception up to a child’s 1st birthday. The app has daily information throughout the journey into parenthood and is trusted and endorsed by health professionals, including the Royal College of Midwives.

Baby Buddy has a local service directory specifically for Walsall, so that families can access the right information for their local area. The journey to parenthood isn’t always easy, but Baby Buddy is here to support you as the trusted friend in your pocket, whenever you need it.

https://www.babybuddyapp.co.uk

EasyPeasy

The EasyPeasy app provides parenting tips and activities, personalised for families with children aged 0-5 years.

The app brings together the best ideas, advice, and inspiration from a global community of parents, experts, and your favourite early years brands. Easy Peasy philosophy is evidence-based and simple. Early child development is fuelled by real-world interactions between you and your child.

Families can register for a free account by going to the EasyPeasy website: https://www.easypeasyapp.com/walsall

DadPad

The DadPad app is an easy-to-use, freely downloadable resource for new dads and dads-to-be in the Walsall area, packed with relevant information, as well as details on local support groups and service providers. Its aim is to provide new fathers with guidance on how to develop the mindset, confidence and practical skills needed to meet their babies’ physical and emotional needs. 

The app covers topics such as:

  • Feeding, holding, changing and cleaning your baby
  • Surviving without sleep and coping with crying
  • Getting to know your baby
  • Home safety and first aid
  • Looking after yourself and supporting your partner

https://thedadpad.co.uk/app/

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