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Create your account

To get started, you'll need to verify your email address, enter your basic information, and verify your mobile phone number.

Step 1a

Enter and verify your email address

You will receive an email containing a 4 digit code. Enter this code when prompted.

Step 1b

Enter your basic information

Input your first and last name, create a password for your account, and select your time zone. Your message, calendar, and record timestamps will be displayed in the time zone you select.

Step 1c

Setup additional security

Enter and verify your mobile phone number to enable multi-factor authentication. A 6-digit code will be sent via text message. This step must be completed to enjoy all our features.

Step 2

Match with your co-parent

To use TalkingParents, you must match your account with your co-parent's account. We provide three easy options to choose from.

Step 2a

If you have a Match ID from your co-parent

If your co-parent has already signed up, they can send you a unique 6-character Match ID to match you to their account. Enter it when prompted.

Step 2b

If you have your co-parent's email address

If you know what email address your co-parent signed up with, enter it when prompted to match with their account.

If you do not have your co-parent's Match ID or email address

If you do not know your co-parent's Match ID or their account email address, you can simply enter your co-parent's first and last name, along with the first name and birthdate of your oldest child in common. It is important that you and your co-parent enter your child's information identically to ensure a proper match.

Step 3

Still not matched? Send your co-parent an invitation

If you and your co-parent still haven't matched, you can send them an invitation through text, email, or a unique Match ID.

Step 3

Send them a text

You can send an invitation to your co-parent's mobile phone number via text message. With this option, your co-parent will receive a link to create an account along with your unique 6-character Match ID.

Send them an email

You can send an invitation to your co-parent's email address. With this option, your co-parent will receive a link to create an account along with your unique 6-character Match ID.

No mobile phone number or email address?

Copy the Match ID and send it to your co-parent through another form of communication. This option can be used by co-parents who only communicate through a third-party.

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“It's just great for organization and streamlines everything. It's simple to use, easy to find what I'm looking for, and it's all in one app so it's not taking over my life all the time."

— Caroline Kelley, Real Co-Parent

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FAQs

Common questions when getting started

How do I know my account has been matched with my co-parent?

You will receive an email notification that your account has been activated.

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What if I don't know my co-parent's phone number or email?

No worries! Your accounts can be matched and activated by entering your co-parent's first and last name and the first name and birthdate of your oldest child in common.

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Can I use my account without matching with my co-parent?

No, your account will need to be matched with your co-parent's account.

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What's the easiest way to get started?

Sign up and share your Match ID with your co-parent! Once your accounts are matched and activated you can begin using TalkingParents.

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