When my partner and I were preparing for the birth of our baby, we tried several timing apps. While many were packed with features, they often felt cluttered, overwhelming, or difficult to use during a time when simplicity mattered most. We found ourselves manually tracking surges because none of the apps quite matched what we needed.

So, I built Surge Timer.

Surge Timer is designed to make tracking labour surges as simple, clear, and stress-free as possible. With a large, easy-to-reach start and stop button, clear timing information, and straightforward insights, you can focus on your birth experience instead of navigating complicated screens. Quickly see how many surges have occurred recently, their average duration, and view a complete history whenever you need it.

The design of the app was heavily influenced by my partner, a Clinical Psychologist based in the UK. Together, we wanted to create an experience that felt calm, reassuring, and supportive during labour. Every aspect of the interface was carefully designed to reduce cognitive load and make information easy to access, even during intense moments.

We were also inspired by the principles of hypnobirthing. Many hypnobirthing approaches encourage the use of positive, supportive language throughout labour. Rather than focusing solely on timings and statistics, we wanted Surge Timer to feel calm, predictable, and gentle to use. The simple design, soft colour palette, and clear information hierarchy are all intended to support that experience.

Whether you're preparing for your first baby or welcoming another member into your family, Surge Timer helps you track labour progress with confidence and clarity.

It's the surge timer we wished we'd had during our own journey, and we hope it helps make yours a little easier too.\n\nA note on terminology: throughout the app, we primarily use the word \"surge\" because many parents and hypnobirthing practitioners find it to be a calmer and more positive way of describing labour. However, the terms surges, waves, and contractions are often used interchangeably to describe the same natural process. We simply found that \"surge\" felt like the most supportive and reassuring language during labour.