Breastfeeding apps

Breastfeeding apps

  • It's not uncommon for mothers to experience challenges with breastfeeding.
  • There are a variety of apps that can help you, including those that provide advice and guidance on how to manage common breastfeeding problems.
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Breastmilk is the best food for your baby as it provides them with all the nutrition they need to grow in the first 6 months. Making the decision to breastfeed your baby is one of the best decisions you will make as a parent. Read more about breastfeeding and its benefits. 

  • While breastfeeding is natural, it's not uncommon for mothers to experience challenges with it.  It isn’t always easy, and it can take up to 6 weeks to establish.
  • There are a variety of apps to help you with breastfeeding including education apps that provide advice and guidance on common problems. Read more about common breastfeeding problems.
  • Some apps have information about how to locate breastfeeding friendly spaces and some provide information about alcohol and breastfeeding.

If you're having trouble breastfeeding, talk to your midwife or a lactation consultant.

Before choosing an app, think about how it will benefit you and what you want it to be able to do.

  • An app will only be helpful if you use it, so it needs to be something you like using and find easy to use.
  • If you find the app difficult to use, or you don't like the imagery or look of it, or the language it uses, you may want to find another one that suits you better.
  • For more guidance on how to choose health apps, see how to choose a health app.
  • It's important to remember that apps don’t replace professional help or your  midwife, lactation consultant or doctor’s advice.
App  Features Clinical review

Mama Aroha
  • Education and information about breastfeeding and advice on how to solve potential problems.
  • New Zealand app.
  • Available from Google Play and iTunes.
  • Cost: free.
  • Read more about Mama Aroha app.
 5 star review

Breastfed NZ
  • Education and information about breastfeeding and advice on how to solve potential problems.
  • New Zealand app.
  • Available from Google Play and iTunes.
  • Cost: free.
  • Read more about Breastfed NZ app.
 5 star review

LactApp
  • Education and information about breastfeeding and advice on how to solve potential problems.
  • Available from Google Play and iTunes.
  • Cost: free.
  • Read more about LactApp.
 5 star review

BURP
  • Breastfeeding and child-friendly spaces locator.
  • Country of origin: New Zealand.
  • Available from Google Play and iTunes.
  • Cost: free.
  • Read more about BURP app.
 4 star review

Feed Safe NZ
  • Information about alcohol and breastfeeding.
  • Alcohol-free breast milk timer.
  • Country of origin: New Zealand.
  • Available from Google Play and iTunes.
  • Cost: free.
  • Read more about Feed Safe NZ app.
 4 star review

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NZ Health App Library
Consumer guide – how to choose a health app
Clinicians guide – how to choose a health app

Disclaimer: The NZ Health App Library is a free consumer service to help you decide whether a health app would be suitable for you. Our review process is independent. We have no relationship with the app developers or companies and no responsibility for the service they provide. This means that if you have an issue with one of the apps we have reviewed, you will need to contact the app developer or company directly.

 

Factsheets – using health apps safely

How to choose a health app
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Privacy and security tips for using health apps
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