Children need routines and parents spend a lot of time and energy trying to get them to stick to them. Bedtime is often the most fraught: they decide it’s the perfect time to orchestrate a little chaos, while you become negotiator-in-chief. Storybook is designed to make bedtimes calmer – and help you strengthen the connection with your child in the process.

What we love: The variety of stories, soundscapes, meditations and more will keep kids engaged, while encouraging them to unwind. Customise the experience to suit your child – tell Storybook if you want them to sleep in their own room or if they are neurodivergent and have specific needs.

Don’t miss: The app’s Massage Stories not only encourage bonding between parent and child, they’re also practical in helping little ones reach that deeply relaxed state necessary for a restful night’s sleep.

Meet the creator: Ecuadorian couple Daniela Vega and Francisco Cornejo created Storybook while searching for the best way to connect with their kids. They wanted to share their experiences with other parents to encourage great bonding experiences.