The SHUBiDU app is designed to simplify family organization by helping parents manage their family's schedules more efficiently. It aims to support moms and dads in balancing family responsibilities and work commitments by providing a comprehensive overview of all appointments and activities. The app was developed by Sonia, a working mom, together with a dedicated team, with the goal of assisting as many parents as possible in organizing their daily routines and reducing the stress associated with family coordination.
One of the key features of SHUBiDU is its family calendar, which offers users an excellent overview similar to a traditional kitchen calendar. Each family member, including children who may not have phones, can have their own column in the digital calendar. This feature allows for easy addition and viewing of appointments, chores, or routines for various family members—from pets to caregivers like nannies or grandparents. Additionally, users can attach photos to appointments, making it easier to identify events quickly. The app provides flexible options tailored to modern family dynamics, including separated or patchwork families.
SHUBiDU also facilitates group sharing of appointments, which saves time by avoiding duplicate entries for common activities such as school events or sports. Families can create groups within the app and share the schedule with other parents or caregivers through various communication channels like WhatsApp, email, or SMS. Even recipients without the app can access shared appointments by choosing to download them or joining SHUBiDU, making coordination seamless and inclusive. For those who find manual entry cumbersome, the app offers a scanning service where users can send pictures of appointment slips, and the app digitizes the information for easy integration into the calendar.
For users looking for a comprehensive view, the premium subscription — offering a 29-day free trial — allows integration with business and main calendars. This feature is especially useful for working parents who need to keep track of professional and family schedules simultaneously. The premium version also ensures privacy, as the SHUBiDU calendar can be hidden from others while being visible on a PC. Overall, the app emphasizes transparency and reduced mental load for modern families by centralizing their entire schedule, making it easier for parents to stay involved and informed. The team encourages user feedback and offers support through email, aiming to continuously improve the app's functionality and user experience.