Our Favorite Apps for Pregnancy and Postpartum

Congratulations, mama! Whether you're trying for a baby, expecting, or have recently welcomed your little one, you're embarking on an incredible journey. And guess what? There's an app for that! Actually, there are quite a few. In fact, studies show that in recent years, over 50% of pregnant people download pregnancy apps—at an average of three apps per pregnancy! 

At Aeroflow Breastpumps, we're all about supporting you through every step of your motherhood adventure, so we've rounded up our favorite apps to help you track, manage, and enjoy pregnancy and postpartum life.

Note: Remember, while these apps are incredibly helpful, they are meant to complement—not replace—the care and advice you receive from your healthcare provider.

The What to Expect app also includes helpful tools like a due date calculator, a kick counter for later in pregnancy, and a contraction timer for when the big day arrives. With its combination of expert-backed information and peer support, this app can be a valuable companion throughout your pregnancy journey.

Both Ovia Pregnancy and What to Expect offer photo features that allow you to document your growing bump week by week, creating a beautiful digital pregnancy journal to look back on. These apps can also send you reminders for important appointments and offer checklists to help you prepare for your baby’s arrival. 

Breastfeeding and pumping can be both rewarding and challenging, and having the right support can make all the difference in your breastfeeding journey! That's why we're excited to introduce you to some incredible apps designed to work alongside our mama-approved breast pumps, offering you a tech-savvy approach to lactation assistance. 

These apps not only help you track your pumping sessions but also provide valuable insights and features to optimize your breastfeeding experience.

Are you using a wearable electric breast pump like the Elvie Pump or a hospital-strength pump like the Elvie Stride? Make sure you install the Pump with Elvie breast pump app! This app takes your pumping experience to the next level with its smart features and user-friendly interface. 

One of the Elvie Pump’s standout features is the ability to control your pump remotely through your smartphone, giving you the freedom to adjust settings discreetly without having to reach into your bra. The app also offers different pumping rhythms to suit your unique needs—whether you prefer a gentle approach for sensitive breasts or need to manage a heavier milk flow. 

And by tracking your pumping sessions, the Pump with Elvie app helps you monitor your milk production over time, giving you valuable data to share with your healthcare provider if needed. Plus, the app’s intuitive design makes it easy to set pumping reminders, ensuring you stay on schedule even during busy days.

For moms using the Willow Go Wearable Breast Pump, the Willow Go app is a must-have accessory in your breastfeeding arsenal. This app allows you to control your pumping session by starting, stopping, adjusting, and monitoring your pumping sessions—all while recording details like duration and volume. It also provides access to tutorials, which can be particularly helpful when you're still getting the hang of your pump. 

The Willow Go app also offers personalized pumping tips based on your usage patterns, helping you optimize your pumping routine for maximum efficiency. With its clear, intuitive interface, the app makes it easy to view your pumping history, set goals, and track your progress over time.

Medela mamas, get excited! The Medela Family app, which syncs seamlessly with the Medela Freestyle Hands-Free Breast Pump, offers hands-free voice control (especially handy when changing a dirty diaper) for easy, excellent breastfeeding support. This app excels in tracking your pumping sessions, allowing you to log not just the duration and breast milk volume, but also which breast you used and even your baby's feeding times. 

The Medela Family app offers tons of educational resources, from articles on increasing milk supply to videos demonstrating different breastfeeding positions. The app also includes a baby growth tracker, helping you correlate your milk production with your baby’s development milestones.

For Lansinoh mamas using products like the Lansinoh Smartpump 3.0, the Lansinoh Baby app combines pumping, feeding, and diaper tracking all in one place. This free app offers seamless Bluetooth connectivity with your Lansinoh pump, automatically recording your pumping sessions with time and date stamps. This can support mamas in establishing a natural feeding pattern, especially in those early days when everything feels new and overwhelming. 

And the Lansinoh Baby app’s diaper diary lets you track wet and dirty diapers—a useful tool for those initial pediatrician visits! And some new moms find this resource particularly helpful if they are concerned about their milk supply.

Pumpspotting is an award-winning app that offers comprehensive support for your entire breastfeeding journey, from pregnancy prep through weaning! This app connects mamas with expert guidance and a supportive network of fellow moms. 

Pumpspotting provides evidence-based content in easy-to-digest snippets, perfect for those quick moments between feedings or pump sessions. Even better, one of its unique features is a worldwide map of mom-rated nursing and pumping-friendly locations, ensuring you never have to feed your little one in less-than-ideal conditions when you're out and about.

If you order your pump through Aeroflow, we give you the Pumpspotting app for FREE. It’s our little gift to you. 

Learn more about how Aeroflow partners with Pumpspotting, including the Barb the Boob Bus events we attended! 

Pregnancy and postpartum periods are transformative times, not just for your body but also for your mind. That’s why, at Aeroflow Breastpumps, we are passionate about supporting your mental health journey alongside your physical one. 

According to the Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance, 1 in 5 mothers are impacted by mental health conditions. This is important to note because mental health conditions are the most common complication of pregnancy and birth, affecting 800,000 families in the U.S. annually. So, while the joy of expecting or caring for a newborn is undeniable, it’s equally important to acknowledge that these phases can bring about significant emotional challenges. 

Canopie is Aeroflow Breastpumps’ trusted maternal mental health partner. Canopie’s innovative app goes beyond mood tracking and meditation exercises, combining community and evidence-based therapeutic principles to offer comprehensive support for pregnant mamas. 

Canopie uses techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, compassionate mind training, and interpersonal therapy—all scientifically proven methods for boosting mood and reducing anxiety. You can also use the app to connect with other mamas who are navigating similar pregnancy symptoms, or prenatal and postpartum experiences.

Aeroflow Breastpumps works closely with Canopie to support your overall well-being. While Canopie focuses on mental health, Aeroflow Breastpumps also offers additional resources and classes on topics like sleep strategies, nutrition advice, and breastfeeding support through our team of specialists. These expert-led sessions cover a wide range of topics along with actionable insights tailored specifically to expecting and new moms. 

Remember, mama: Being a great parent can mean asking for help. Some new parents experience feelings of sadness, depression, anxiety, and overwhelm in the early days after delivery.

In some cases, moms can experience symptoms of depression and mental disorders lasting several months postpartum. These can include postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, or even postpartum rage and postpartum psychosis. If you think you or a loved one you’re supporting are experiencing any of these conditions, immediately seek the support of health professionals. 

General mindfulness and meditation apps can be helpful in any wellness routine. However, Headspace is a popular app that offers specific meditation courses for pregnancy and early parenthood, addressing common concerns like fatigue, anxiety about labor, or bonding with your baby. These courses are meant to help reduce anxiety and promote a sense of mental resilience.

Calm, another popular mindfulness app, is renowned for its mindfulness, stress and anxiety, and sleep programs. Calm offers hundreds of Sleep Stories, meditations, music, and soundscapes, all of which can be particularly helpful during or after those middle-of-the-night feeding sessions, or even when you're just trying to unwind after a long day. 

Both of these general meditation apps are designed to be user-friendly, allowing you to incorporate mindfulness practices into your daily routine, even if you only have a few minutes to spare. Remember, during every stage of pregnancy through the weeks after delivery and into postpartum care, taking care of your mental health is a necessity.

Another helpful resource in the Ovia app family is Ovia Parenting, a comprehensive app that helps you log and track feedings, naps, and diaper changes. This app helps you stay on top of your baby’s needs and establish routines. Ovia Parenting also allows users to record important developmental milestones and pictures, doubling as a sweet, digital baby book.

When it comes to postpartum wellness, one often overlooked but crucial aspect is pelvic floor health. Mamas seeking pelvic floor strengthening and support should consider the Elvie Pelvic Floor Trainer. The Elvie Trainer is a smart, FDA-registered device connected to a free, user-friendly app that uses advanced biofeedback technology to guide you through five-minute workouts. The app allows you to visualize your muscle movements in real-time, taking the guesswork out of Kegel exercises and ensuring you're performing them correctly for maximum benefit. 

With six different exercise types and four difficulty levels, the Elvie Trainer grows with you as your pelvic floor strength improves. Additionally, it's safe to use with an IUD and is designed with busy moms in mind. It’s 100% waterproof, rechargeable, and discreet, allowing you to strengthen your pelvic floor anytime, anywhere.

With so many pregnancy, postpartum, and wellness apps out there, selecting the right one (or two or three!) for your needs can feel overwhelming. At Aeroflow Breastpumps, we believe that the key to finding your perfect digital support system lies in understanding your unique needs and preferences. Consider what aspects of your pregnancy or postpartum journey you want to focus on most. Do you need more emotional support? Breastfeeding guidance? Or perhaps you're all about tracking the details of your baby’s day? 

Remember, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution, and you don't have to limit yourself to just one app. Many moms find that using a combination of apps helps them cover all their bases. For example, you might use one app for detailed pregnancy tracking, another for mental health support, and a third for breastfeeding management. Take your time and find the right app or combination of apps that works for you—without feeling overwhelmed by too many notifications! If you have any concerning questions, or questions that may require more guidance than an app can provide, be sure to consult your healthcare provider.

And don’t hesitate to read user reviews and ratings to get a sense of other moms’ experiences with various apps. On that note, we’d love to invite you to join our Facebook group, Aeroflow Breastpumps: The Pumping Room! It’s a friendly, safe space where mothers and their support partners can exchange stories, offer mutual support, receive expert guidance from our clinicians, and share parenting wins. We hope to see you there!

From pregnancy tracking to pumping support and mental health resources to baby care tips, there's an app out there to support every aspect of your motherhood journey. These digital tools can provide information, tracking capabilities, and even a sense of community from the comfort of your phone.

At Aeroflow Breastpumps, we're all about empowering moms with the right tools and support. Whether it's helping you get a breast pump through insurance, connecting you with lactation consultants, or recommending apps to make your life easier, we're here for you every step of the way.