Sanity Savers: 12 Best Apps for Babies

We found a dozen apps that'll captivate your baby on a longhaul flight, help tame squirmy diaper changes and calm a fussy tot while waiting for the doctor.

By Julie Seguss October 29, 2015

The American Academy of Pediatrics recently updated their screen time guidelines, no longer banning it for the under 2 set. Instead, they’re encouraging parents to set limits and be smart about tech use. While we’re not condoning apps instead of playing with, reading to and interacting with your baby, we also know that a few minutes with your phone or tablet can make or break your first longhaul flight, help tame squirmy diaper changes around the 10-month mark and calm a fussy 1-year-old while waiting for the doctor. In these moments, we say embrace technology and let your little one try swiping his tiny fingers through these simple and engaging apps.

Sago Mini Sound Box

Your baby doesn't need the fine motor skills to strum a guitar or bang on piano keys with this app. All she needs to do is tap her fingers on the screen and little colorful balls will appear along with a tone - you can choose horns, drums, a barking dog and more. As you tip the phone or tablet, the musical balls will roll with it creating a visual spectacle as well as music to Baby's ears.

Available at sagosago.com, $2.99.