Why tablets are the perfect Mother’s Day gift

Busy mums juggling lots of responsibilities can find it a challenge to balance home and work life. The good news is that tech can help*. Time to talk tablets.

Let’s have a look at how busy mothers can use tablets (including iPads) to make their lives easier and more manageable. You may be inspired to buy one for the mum in your life for Mothers’ Day or treat yourself if you’re a mum. Why not?

Sure, many of us already have smartphones. So why get a tablet? The short answer is screen size. Tablets give you more space so you can see more of the screen. This is especially handy for shopping, notetaking and email. Effectively you get the touchscreen convenience of a smartphone but with more space to manoeuvre and view. And some tablets also offer better battery life than laptops and PCs.

One of the main challenges for busy mothers is managing their hectic schedules. Using apps like Google Calendar, Todoist, and Evernote can help mothers effectively plan their days, schedule appointments, set reminders, and keep track of important events. These apps can serve as digital planners to keep everything in one place and easily accessible.

Planning meals and grocery shopping can be time-consuming tasks for families, mums included. Apps like Mealime and AnyList can be lifesavers, allowing mothers to plan their weekly meals, create shopping lists, and even order groceries online. These apps streamline the meal planning process and ensure that the family eats nutritious meals without the hassle of last-minute decisions.

With smart home apps like Nest and Ring, mums can control various aspects of their home remotely. They can adjust the temperature, monitor security systems, and even keep an eye on their children from a distance. These apps offer convenience and peace of mind, allowing mothers to manage their homes efficiently even when they're not physically present.

Home renos are exciting but they can also be a bit daunting. Every decision and choice can have a cost implication and effect on the ambience of your living space. Luckily there are lots of apps out there to help families to plan their renovations like TradeEzi, Paint My Place, Houzz, Magicplan as well as Renovations 3D and AR room planner.

Tablets can also be used as portable workstations for busy mums working remotely. With apps like Microsoft Office, Teams, and Slack, mothers can attend virtual meetings, respond to emails, and collaborate with colleagues seamlessly. These apps enable mothers to stay connected and productive while balancing work and family responsibilities.

Mums can share their tablets with kids for both education and entertainment. Tablets can be valuable educational tools for children. Apps like ABCmouse, Epic! and Khan Academy Kids offer interactive learning experiences for kids of all ages. Mothers can also use streaming apps like Netflix and Disney+ to provide educational and entertaining content for their children, keeping them engaged and learning while they attend to other tasks.

Here are some tablet tips for the students and kids in your family.

Prioritising self-care and wellness is essential for busy mothers. Meditation apps like Headspace, workout videos from apps like Nike Training Club, and healthy recipe apps like Yummly can help mothers take care of their physical and mental well-being. These apps make it easier for mothers to incorporate self-care practices into their daily routines.

You can also check out the fitness content on Optus Sport.

So, there’s lots of ways tablets can help improve the lives of mums so why not get your mum or yourself sorted this Mother’s Day.

^{*Please note not all apps mentioned in this article may be available on all app stores or tablet models. Some apps may also require connect to the internet.}

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