# Roo: A NICU Companion — Preemie Baby Tracker & Journal

> NICU baby tracker and journal for parents with secure family sharing. (iPhone/iPad app by Friends of Peanut.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roo-a-nicu-companion/id6760197213 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Friends of Peanut](https://appshunter.io/developer/1892172931)
- Category: Health & Fitness
- Price: Free (on sale, was $0.99)
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 7 MB
- Languages: American English, European Spanish
- Released: 2026-03-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roo-a-nicu-companion/id6760197213/reviews.md

## What is Roo?

Built by NICU parents, for NICU parents. Track rounds, weight, appointments, and your child's care team all in one place. Family Sharing allows you to share your child's data securely through iCloud with another parent or family member. A nonprofit project by Friends of Peanut. Learn more at FriendsofPeanut.org.

## Key features

- Track rounds and weight
- Manage appointments
- Log care team details
- Secure family sharing
- iCloud integration

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roo-a-nicu-companion/id6760197213/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Easy to use

*2026-04-01*

I really enjoy this app! I am new to the nicu journey and most of the baby tracking apps are confusing, hard to navigate or used for babies who are home. This apps make it easier for nicu parents to track what's important during their stay.

**Developer response:** Thank you so much for these kind words. The app is built for and by NICU parents like yourself and it's our hope to help make an impossible situation even a little easier. Please send any feedback or feature suggestions to info@friendsofpeanut.org.

## Frequently asked questions about Roo

### What is Roo used for?

Roo is a NICU companion app designed to help parents track their preemie baby's medical information, including rounds, weight, appointments, and their care team. It aims to centralize important data for parents navigating the NICU journey.

### Is Roo free to use?

Yes, Roo is completely free to download and use. It is a nonprofit project developed by Friends of Peanut.

### Can I share my baby's information with others using Roo?

Yes, Roo offers secure Family Sharing through iCloud. This allows you to share your child's data with another parent or family member, ensuring everyone stays informed about the baby's progress.

### What devices does Roo support?

Roo is available on iPhone and iPad, making it accessible for parents on their preferred Apple devices.

### How often is Roo updated?

The latest version of Roo is 1.9.5, which was last updated on June 14, 2026. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and improvements for the app.

### What is the age rating for Roo?

Roo has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including parents and guardians.

### Does Roo have ads?

No, Roo does not contain advertisements. As a nonprofit project, its focus is on providing a helpful tool for NICU parents without commercial interruptions.

### Where can I learn more about Roo?

You can learn more about Roo and its mission by visiting FriendsofPeanut.org. This website provides additional information about the nonprofit project behind the app.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9.7 — 2026-07-29

You can now log your baby's day and night nurses, every day.

What's new:
- Today's Nurse is now Today's Nurses, with a spot for the day shift and the night shift
- The new Nurse Log saves each day's nurses, so you can always look back and remember who was on
- Add a new nurse by name right from the card
- Missed a day? Add it to the log anytime
- Your Nurse Log is included in Export Data

### 1.9.6 — 2026-07-08

The pumping log now shows each day's total.

What's new:
- Daily totals in the pumping log. Each day's header now shows the total amount pumped that day, in both mL and oz.

### 1.9.5 — 2026-06-14

A refreshed, more consistent look across the app, improved Spanish throughout, and more reliable Family Sharing.

What's new:
- A refreshed, more consistent look on every screen, with smoother motion and cleaner cards.
- Improved Spanish translations throughout the app.
- More reliable iCloud Family Sharing.
- Easier-to-read text in dark mode, and larger, easier tap targets.
- A clearer growth chart that focuses on your baby's own range.

Also in this update:
- Switching between English and Spanish now updates the app right away.
- Day counts roll over correctly at midnight.
- VoiceOver and accessibility improvements throughout.
- Various fixes and stability improvements.

### 1.9.4 — 2026-05-18

What's new:
- Visual improvements

### 1.9.3 — 2026-04-27

What's new:
- Full Reduce Motion support.
- Better iPad layout. Home now centers in a readable column instead of stretching across the screen.
- Eight new glossary terms.
- "Support our mission" link is now live in the About section for families who want to give back to Friends of Peanut.

Also in this update:
- Smoother number animations on day of life, weight, and the pumping timer.
- Gentle haptics on toggles and the pumping timer.
- Fixed bottom content getting hidden by the tab bar on iOS 26.
- Various polish and performance improvements.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-27.*
