# bean: Parenting Journal — See your child, and yourself

> See your child, and yourself (iPhone/iPad app by 楚瑶 谭.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bean-parenting-journal/id6763674796 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [楚瑶 谭](https://appshunter.io/developer/1862330890)
- Category: Lifestyle, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 6 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2026-08-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-09
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bean-parenting-journal/id6763674796/reviews.md

## What is bean?

The door slams. The homework sits untouched. The tantrum arrives out of nowhere — again.

Those "misbehaving" moments are exhausting. But behind almost every one of them is a need that hasn't been seen yet.

bean helps you see it. After a hard moment with your child, it sits with you in a calm, non-judgmental conversation and helps you look back: what actually happened? What might your child have been trying to say? And what was going on in you?

Built on Positive Discipline, bean helps you —
· untangle the feelings first, so you can think clearly
· understand the real need behind your child's behavior (not just who was "right")
· land on one small, concrete thing you could try as soon as tomorrow

When the conversation ends, bean gives you two things:
· A mirror letter — a short letter that reflects back what you said and what you care about, so you feel seen too
· An action card — one specific direction to try, written for your child and your situation

A few days later, bean checks in: "how did it go?" Not to grade you — just to look at it together.

And every Sunday, it helps you look back on the week: what happened between you and your child, and the moments where something in you shifted.

bean isn't only for conflicts. Trying to understand a phase your child is going through, bracing for something coming up, weighing a decision about your kid, or just needing to sort out your own feelings — bring any of it.

What bean will never do:
· It's not a therapist or a pediatrician — it doesn't diagnose, and it doesn't replace professional help
· It won't make your family's big decisions for you
· It won't judge whether you're a "good parent" — there's no such scorecard

—— About the subscription ——
bean includes a limited number of free conversations. After that, a premium membership unlocks unlimited use (auto-renewing monthly subscription; cancel anytime in your App Store settings). Pricing is shown in the App Store at purchase.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Terms of Service: https://bean.youdianzitech.com/en/terms
Privacy Policy: https://bean.youdianzitech.com/en/privacy

—— Important ——
bean's content is for general reference and emotional support only. It is not medical, psychological, or other professional advice. If you or your child are experiencing ongoing distress, thoughts of self-harm, or a safety concern, please contact professional or emergency services in your area right away.

We hope bean walks with you — toward a little more understanding, on both sides.

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| bean Premium | $14.99 | per month |



## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2026-08-05

No release notes.

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