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Bloom Free — A Free Co-Parenting App for Record Keeping & Mood Tracking

Bloom's free plan gives you the essential tools to track family life, mood and wellbeing — no credit card, no time limit. Here's exactly what's included and what's reserved for premium.

Last updated: 05/06/2026

Bloom has a free version that gives you the core tools to start tracking family life, your wellbeing and the small admin that piles up — with no credit card required and no time limit. It's designed as a gentle introduction: enough to feel the benefit, with room to grow when you're ready.

What you get on Bloom Free

Family Log — log & calendar view The heart of Bloom. Record which parent the children spent the night with using the simple midnight rule. View your care calendar and see patterns emerge over weeks and months. Export to PDF or CSV is a premium feature — on the free plan you keep the full log and calendar view for your own records.

My Diary — basic journal & calendar view A private space to write about your day, your feelings, or anything you want to remember. Entries are timestamped and organised in a calendar view so you can scroll back and see how far you've come. It's your personal journal, not shared with anyone.

Mood trackers Tiny daily check-ins for you and your kids. Tap a mood, add a sentence if you want, and watch patterns build over time. Mood tracking is one of the most loved parts of Bloom — and it's included free.

Life Admin — basic calendar & limited tracking Keep appointments, bills and tasks in one calm view. The free version gives you a basic calendar and limited tracking so the week ahead is always visible. Upgrade for deeper finance tools, debt pay-off tracking and shared co-parenting expense splits.

Save up to 10 favourites Bookmark the articles, resources and support services you return to most. Ten favourites is plenty to build your personal go-to library inside Bloom.

Daily check-ins & mood tracking Beyond the mood tracker, free users get daily wellbeing prompts — small nudges to notice how you're travelling. These take under ten seconds and create a valuable picture over time.

Help Near You — find local support services A built-in directory of support services near you — counsellors, legal aid, family support centres, helplines and more. Search by location and service type, and save the ones that matter to your favourites.

What free doesn't include

  • Export family log to PDF or CSV
  • Export parenting calendar to PDF
  • Full finance hub with shared expense tracking and automatic percentage splits
  • Unlimited favourites
  • Full life admin with debt pay-off tracking and advanced budgeting

These premium features are available for $9 AUD/month or $90 AUD/year (two months free).

Who the free version is for

  • Parents who want to try Bloom before committing
  • Solo parents who only need a personal record, not exportable reports
  • Co-parents who want to track care nights and mood without the premium admin tools
  • Anyone who wants a free co-parenting app to start organising family life

How to start

Start here — create a free account. You'll automatically be on the free plan — no trial countdown, no payment details required. Use it for as long as you like. When you want the premium features, upgrade in-app in seconds.

A note on this page

Features described here reflect current Bloom app functionality. Specifics, naming and layout may evolve as the app improves — always check the app itself for the most up-to-date experience.

About Bloom

Bloom is a private, judgment-free app for single parents and co-parents in Australia — a calm space to track family life, mood, custody schedules and the mental load. Start here.

Frequently asked questions

Is Bloom really free to use?
Yes. Bloom has a genuinely free version with no time limit and no credit card required. You get mood tracking, family log, personal diary, basic life admin calendar and local support finder. Premium features are optional.
What is the best free co-parenting app in Australia?
Bloom is built specifically for Australian single parents and co-parents. The free version includes family log, mood tracking, personal diary, basic calendar and a local support directory — designed for the real admin of co-parenting life.
Can I use the family log on the free plan?
Yes. You can log nightly care, view your calendar and see care percentages. Exporting to PDF or CSV is not available on the free plan — it unlocks when you upgrade to premium.
Is there a free shared expenses tracker?
The free plan includes basic life admin calendar and limited tracking. Full shared co-parenting expense tracking with automatic percentage splits is part of the premium Finance Hub.
How do I upgrade to premium?
Upgrade anytime inside the app. Premium is $9 AUD/month or $90 AUD/year. Your free data carries over seamlessly.

Disclaimer: This guide is general information only — not legal, financial, medical, psychological or government advice. It is intended as a starting point for separated and co-parenting families in Australia. Every family situation is different, and what works for one household may not be suitable, safe or applicable to another. Payment rates, thresholds and rules change — always confirm details with Services Australia (Centrelink) and seek advice from a qualified professional (lawyer, accountant, mediator, counsellor or GP) before acting on anything you read here. Bloom Co-Parenting, its founders and contributors accept no liability for any decisions made based on this content. If there are safety, family violence or urgent welfare concerns, contact 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) or 000.