Five apps that every woman should know about

CLUE

Does your period take you by surprise every month? This period- and health-tracking app will change all that. Over the course of a few months, it gets to know your cycle – you input the dates you are bleeding – and predicts when your next period is due. It can track your energy level, appetite, skin, digestion – and it can tell you when you’re most fertile. Free

MINDBODY

If you like variety in your workouts, as well as beauty services, Mindbody makes it easy. Not only will it search for nearby businesses such as yoga studios, gyms and spas, you can favourite the ones you frequent, then simply tap them on any given day to view schedules, book classes or appointments and review what’s coming up for you. Free.

MINT

From the makers of TurboTax, this app allows you to organize your finances by pulling your investments, credit card bills, bank accounts, and expenses into one interface. Visualize your spending behaviours with charts and graphs and get alerts to help you reach your goals. Free.

AUDIBLE

Love books? Why not listen to them, when you don’t have the opportunity to read? This app by Amazon offers a massive selection of audiobooks, available through a monthly subscription plan. Whether you’re commuting, cleaning or making dinner, make your time more enjoyable and productive with an audio book. Free with monthly subscription to access books.

INSIGHT TIMER

Whether you’re interested in developing a regular meditation practice or simply want access to a wide variety of soundtracks to soothe the mind and soul, this is a versatile and easy-to-use app. Users can also use its timer feature that plays Tibetan bells to mark intervals and alert you when the time is up. New to the app are audio courses, conveniently made up of 15-minute sessions a day for 10 days. Free with an optional upgrade. Classes cost extra.