Activities for Kids

10 Must Have Apps for LA Parents

By Meghan Rose July 23, 2013

Most moms today have their smart phones glued to the palm of their hand. Its uses range from texting (darling hubby: please pick up pizza for dinner, stat) to game playing (level 70 of Candy Crush is crazy). But while out and about with kiddos in the concrete jungle, it’s nice to rely on the smart phone for other things – like finding new ways to entertain the kids or the perfect spot for a family lunch. Check out these super helpful smart phone apps that will make your life navigating the city a little easier. You’ll wonder how you lived without them.

MyFitnessPal

Your current eating plan? Whatever you have time for that isn't past its expiration date, plus a few congealed grilled cheese crusts. MyFitnessPal jumpstarts your fitness goals by plotting out a plan complete with calorie and exercise guidelines. Keep track of food in your food journal and always know how many calories are left in your day. Inputting is addictive and it's why the program works. (It also scares you into backing away from those crusts...)

Cost: Free
Download for Android and the iPhone.