Opt for video calls when possible
If you are calling to communicate with your child while they are with your co-parent, Video Calling can be far superior to Phone Calling. Your child will be more engaged when they can see your face.
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Accountable CallingSM
Make phone and video calls, complete with recordings and transcripts, without ever having to share your number. Communicate confidently with your co-parent and stay connected with your kids knowing that everything is saved for later.
Ease and accountability
Our plans allow co-parents to make and receive phone and video calls. It also gives co-parents unlimited access to audio and video recordings and transcripts of every call. The monthly Ultimate Plan includes unlimited Calling minutes, our Enhanced Plan includes 60 Calling minutes, and our Essentials Plan includes 30 Calling minutes.
Annual subscriptions receive their total minutes for the year upfront.
Tips and best practices
Set up a schedule
You and your co-parent should be respectful of each other's time. Unless there is an urgent need, you should not initiate an unexpected recorded call. Using our Shared Calendar, try setting up a scheduled time when you are both available to talk.
Remove distractions
Try removing distractions so that both parties can remain engaged in the conversation. Television, radio, and video games in the background will increase tension and frustration. Because Accountable Calling℠ is recorded, outside noises can also make it difficult to generate call transcripts.
Remember…everything is recorded
Be mindful that call recordings pick up on not only what is said, but how it is said. Studies show that people communicate far more information with their tone of voice and body language than with the actual words they speak. When on a call with your co-parent, be mindful that they may pay more attention to how you say things rather than what you say.
Enjoying this app as much as possible. I enjoy the fact that it records phone conversations usually use it to talk to my daughter... —Verified TalkingParents User
In the first month of use I have seen a big improvement in communication. It's amazing what people don't say when they think it will be used in court. —Verified TalkingParents User
I love with the app the other parent can't delete anything that they say or do. —Verified TalkingParents User
Accountable CallingSM
Common questions
Why can't I make a call?
You may have issues with calls if you have a weak phone signal or internet connection. You also need to enable calling in your Account Settings. If you continue having issues with making calls, get in touch with our support team.
How do I turn Calling on and off?
You can enable and disable phone and video calls in your Account Settings.
Can I use Accountable Calling outside of the US?
You can make and receive video calls anywhere that TalkingParents is available. Phone calls are only supported with US or Canadian numbers.
Can I only make calls on the mobile app?
No, you can make calls on both the mobile app and the web version of TalkingParents.