Top Apps for the Working Mom {Productivity Edition}

Devices: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Windows and Mac

This app is for making lists. Pretty simple right? Nothing flashy…not a lot of bells and whistles. Just lists but that is the beauty. I can make lists for everything AND share them. For instance, Kevin and I share the grocery list. When either of us sees something we need, we whip out our phones and add it to the list. Then the one shopping can look and BAM everything is there. I also use lists to make to dos for the day (work and personal), post ideas, and even baby names!The interface is very easy to use. Just add items and then check them off. The app itself is very sleek and simple in design. A list of lists is the main screen and there are few options. It’s quick, it’s easy. Working mom dream. There is reminder functionality and ways to make it alert you but you can ignore them of you want. I use way less little post it notes now. My purse thanks me.Also to note, you don’t even need a mobile device. It is also a free web service. So just sign in there and manage your lists. Then you can view and edit the same items on your phone or tablet later. HOORAY!

App: Evernote

Price: Free!

Devices: iOS, Android, Windows Phone, Blackberry, Windows and Mac

An a-lister in the app world, Evernote is what it sounds like: keeper of the notes. The possibilities are really pretty endless. Write up anything you want to be with you anywhere. Emergency contact list, directions to run the 5 remotes in the house ::side eye to husband::, cool recipes you find, work documents, planning documents, etc. This is taking Wunderlist to the next level. You can keep long documents, photos, and audio.

You can also share notes and work with others. Share a blog post idea with your team, even. There are also browser plugins and even an associated email address for your account so you can just send an item straight to Evernote for keeping. No copy/paste needed.

This app also has potential for web updating through browsers and desktop applications. Through the cloud, all your items are automatically synced. So when you get home and need that work document to look over, BAM. Find a cool recipe while surfing on your lunch break? BOOM saved.

App: Dropbox

Price: Free with paid extra storage!

Devices: iOS, Android, Windows Phone, Blackberry, Windows and Mac

Dropbox is another heavy hitter in the productivity department. Take Evernote to the NEXT level. Straight up file sharing. No editor or anything…pure storage. You really should have this. It has helped me in so many ways. I keep working Photoshop files for blog graphics in mine so I can be anywhere and reference it. I also have a process set up to store all my Instagram photos right as I take them. If I know I am going to need something when I get to work, I don’t bother with flash drives anymore…just throw it in Dropbox and get it wherever. Phone, iPad, desktop and web. It is really is ANYWHERE.

Once again, you can share folders. This works great if you have a directory of files you need to share with someone and not enough email quota. Take some photos and need to share the files with a friend? Here ya go. Need to keep a backup of your contacts somewhere and share with your husband? WHA BAM!

You get 2 GB worth of storage for free and can get more for various things like referrals and special promotions. You can see their paid options here.