Life After Separation: The Best Apps for Co-Parenting Success

Navigating co-parenting after separation can be challenging, even for amicable former partners. With two households to manage, it’s no wonder that tensions can arise. Fortunately, co-parenting apps have been designed to simplify communication and help parents stay organised, focused and aligned on what matters most: their children’s well-being.

Key features of co-parenting apps

1. Enhanced communication

A major source of tension in co-parenting relationships is poor communication. Co-parenting apps create a secure space where messages can be exchanged in a clear and trackable manner. Unlike texts or emails, notifications are time-stamped to show when messages are sent and viewed. Many apps also include profanity filters, promoting civil, child-focused communication—especially helpful for parents experiencing discord.

2. Shared calendar

Coordinating schedules can be another challenge, with activities like appointments and school events to track. Shared calendars in co-parenting apps help both parents stay aligned by allowing them to add important dates, reducing misunderstandings about pick-ups and drop-offs. Some apps even enable parents to request schedule changes, making last- minute adjustments a bit easier.

3. Financial management

Finances are a common source of conflict in co- parenting relationships, especially around shared child-related expenses. Co-parenting apps simplify this process by offering tools that track and manage expenses. Parents can upload receipts, track payments, and even send payment requests to each other to share costs for larger expenses.

 

Popular co-parenting apps

If you’re considering using a co-parenting app, there are a few options that have been popular with our clients.

OurFamilyWizard

Designed by a divorced couple, this app is one of the most widely used co-parenting apps. Its comprehensive features include communication tools, a shared calendar, and expense tracking. This app is an excellent option for parents looking for an all-in-one solution. However, it does charge a per- parent annual fee (although discounted rates are offered to those experiencing financial hardship).

Divvito

Divvito is a more streamlined app that prioritises communication above all else. It may lack some of the bells and whistles or other apps, but its simplicity makes it a good choice for those focused solely on managing co-parenting conversations.

AppClose

AppClose is a highly popular co-parenting app that is frequently included in Orders issued by the Court. Its appeal lies in the fact that it’s completely free and packed with useful features like group chats and video calls, versatile calendars and record-keeping systems.

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