Our short guide to some of the best apps across mental, reproductive, physical and professional health
Mental Health
Headspace. One of the first major apps in the mental health space, Headspace is your guide to mindfulness and meditation. With a variety of guided sessions designed to help you relax, focus, and live a happier, healthier life, Headspace offers something for everyone. Whether you’re new to meditation or a seasoned pro, the app provides tools and techniques to cultivate mindfulness and reduce stress. From quick breathing exercises that you can complete anytime, anywhere, to themed meditation courses, to soothing sleep stories to help you get better rest – the app makes it easy to find a moment of peace whenever you need it.
Bloom. A personal favorite of mine, Bloom is a mental wellness companion that is “empowering you to bloom into your best self.” From daily check-ins where you journal your thoughts and mood, to a range of short, targeted courses that you can tailor to your personal circumstances (stress, work, health anxiety, difficult relationships), this app is a holistic space for your health. It includes mood tracking, guided journaling, and mindfulness exercises. Whether you’re looking to boost your mood, feel more gratitude, or simply find moments of peace in your day, then this is an affordable mental health tool.
Shine. Shine is a woman-founded app, with a focus on mental wellness. It offers personalized daily affirmations, guided meditations, and easily achievable self-care tips. Whether you’re combatting stress, self-doubt, or just seeking a bit of motivation, Shine gives you some manageable doses of positivity and empowerment whenever you need them.
Reproductive Health
Natural Cycles. A natural alternative to traditional birth control, Natural Cycles works on a body basal temperature measurement and algorithm for contraception and fertility tracking. With an easy-to-use interface, the app enables you to track your menstrual cycle with precision, allowing you to understand your fertility status and plan or prevent pregnancy accordingly. Backed by clinical research, Natural Cycles provides a hormone-free approach to family planning, empowering women to take control of their reproductive health. This app is now covered by insurance in the USA.
Flo. Another period and ovulation tracker, like Natural Cycles, Flo helps you track your cycle, predict your fertile window, and monitor symptoms easily. Whether you’re trying to conceive, prevent pregnancy, or simply understand your body better, Flo provides valuable data and educational information every step of the way.
Clue. Highly reviewed, Clue has advanced tracking capabilities for monitoring your menstrual cycle, tracking symptoms, and gaining insights into your reproductive health. Using your data, Clue provides personalized predictions and information that helps you track your cycle accurately.
Physical Health
Nike Training Club: With a vast library of workouts designed by Nike Master Trainers, this fitness app offers something for everyone, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned athlete, whether you’re full of energy or just looking to move a little. From strength training to cardio, yoga to HIIT, Nike Training Club provides workout plans according to your fitness level and goals. With easy-to-follow instructions and motivational guidance, this app is an affordable way to stay motivated and make progress towards your fitness aspirations.
Kitchen Stories: A culinary companion, Kitchen Stories has a library of delicious recipes and helpful cooking tips for people with any level of cooking prowess. The recipe collections range from quick weeknight dinners to gourmet desserts, Kitchen Stories caters to every taste. Explore step-by-step cooking instructions, stunning food photography, and instructional videos that make trying new dishes easy.
Noonlight: We love any initiative that can improve women’s safety and Noonlight is a brilliant app for this. Whether you’re walking alone at night, meeting someone new, or traveling to unfamiliar places, Noonlight ensures that help is easily accessible should you need it. Noonlight’s primary feature is a button screen that you hold down when you feel unsafe, once you let go you’re sent a code to enter into the app, if you don’t enter the code emergency services are alerted and sent your location details. With features like automatic location tracking, customizable safety check-ins, and discreet distress signals, Noonlight empowers you to feel confident and secure in any situation.
Creative & Professional Health
Pinterest. The ultimate creative inspiration platform, there are millions of people using Pinterest. From style inspo to home decor ideas, crafting, travel, and events you’ll find an endless library of visual content. It’s great for saving ideas in one place, sharing ideas with others, or just looking for some creative inspiration.
Notion. Another personal favorite of mine, Notion is a flexible digital notebook that can be used personally or with a team. With a customizable interface, Notion allows you to create, manage, and share notes, tasks, and databases, all in one place. It’s perfect for students, entrepreneurs, or professionals in any sector.
Stylebook. A digital wardrobe manager, this app will revolutionize your morning routine, cutting the time you spend trying on different outfits by enabling you to plan and see how your pieces look together without needing to get undressed! You can organize your clothing, shoes, and accessories with ease, and discover new ways to mix and match items to create stylish looks for any occasion, or even if you want to have a wardrobe refresh. Whether you’re a fashion enthusiast, blogger, or simply looking to streamline your wardrobe, Stylebook offers the tools and inspiration you need to elevate your style game.
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