Opt for video calls when possible
If you are calling to communicate with your child while they are with your co-parent, Video Calling can be far superior to Phone Calling. Your child will be more engaged when they can see your face.
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Keep conversations recorded Accountable CallingSM
Make phone and video calls, complete with recordings and transcripts, without ever having to share your number. Communicate confidently with your co-parent and stay connected with your kids knowing that everything is saved for later.
Ease and accountability
Co-parents on our Free Plan can receive phone calls. Co-parents on our Standard Plan can receive phone and video calls.
Our Premium Plan allows co-parents to make and receive phone and video calls. It also gives co-parents unlimited access to audio and video recordings and transcripts of every call. The monthly Premium Plan includes 120 free Calling minutes or get all 1,440 minutes upfront with the purchase of an annual subscription.
Tips and best practices
Set up a schedule
You and your co-parent should be respectful of each other's time. Unless there is an urgent need, you should not initiate an unexpected recorded call. Using our Shared Calendar, try setting up a scheduled time when you are both available to talk.
Remove distractions
Try removing distractions so that both parties can remain engaged in the conversation. Television, radio, and video games in the background will increase tension and frustration. Because Accountable CallingSM is recorded, outside noises can also make it difficult to generate call transcripts.
Remember… everything is recorded
Be mindful that call recordings pick up on not only what is said, but how it is said. Studies show that people communicate far more information with their tone of voice and body language than with the actual words they speak. When on a call with your co-parent, be mindful that they may pay more attention to how you say things rather than what you say.
Enjoying this app as much as possible. I enjoy the fact that it records phone conversations usually use it to talk to my daughter... — Vincent Martinez (Google Play Review)
In the first month of use I have seen a big improvement in communication. It's amazing what people don't say when they think it will be used in court. — Anonymous User (Google Play Store)
I love with the app the other parent can't delete anything that they say or do. — Wiko Gallardo (Google Play Store)
Accountable CallingSM
Common questions
Why can't I make a call?
Only parents with a Premium Plan can start a phone or video call. Free and Standard Plan members can receive phone calls.
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Enable and disable Phone and Video Calling from your Account Settings.
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Go to your Account Settings to verify your mobile phone number.
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Parents can use Video Calling anywhere the TalkingParents mobile app is available. Phone calls are only supported using a US or Canadian mobile phone number beginning with +1.
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Start communicating with your co-parent through TalkingParents. Keep your co-parenting life organized and accountable.