Balloon: Poop Tracker

Simple and easy to track your digestive system

So, as an IBS-C girlie, I’ve searched for an app that is straightforward and easy to use that doesn’t make it a chore to log BMs. I stumbled upon Balloon and saw that there was no cost to use it and that it had a similar interface to Flo, my period tracking app. It’s so easy to log, and it’s easy to add whatever symptoms/size/color you’ve got going on. As other commenters have said, I think that the app has so much potential to be even better once more symptoms and variables are integrated. Some ideas for symptoms would be: —bloating/abdominal cramps —smell (sometimes BMs have very little smell, sometimes they REEK, and this can be due to a number of factors related to internal health) —poo density (floaters or sinkers) Other things to log that impact BM consistency: —food log (this could help people consider how their nutrition is impacting their BM health/symptoms) —menstrual cycle linking (because most women’s digestive system behavior is impacted by this) —medications/surgeries/procedures someone has taken/undergone All of these sorts of things would improve and individualize tracking, so I hope to see additional features soon. But as it stands, I’m very happy with the app and will continue using it to track my BMs.

Not into writing app reviews but this app actually has been useful at tracking my bowel movements while on a medication that causes constipation so it’s really useful

i love this app so much. a few months ago, i struggled really bad with keeping track of my bowel movements when i was extremely backed up. this helps me remember exactly when i’ve gone and what it was like. so useful, easy to use, and visually pleasing. seriously saved my tummy! might just be a coincidence, but since downloading this app i’ve had improvements ;)

I’m happy this app can track what I always forget.

You must create an account to use this app or you can’t even get past the first screen. Also, the privacy policy for the account you have to create is wildly different from the privacy policy presented on the App Store page. Here’s an excerpt: “We will collect the information you provide about your health and wellness as you use our Products or engage with the Services.” Not exactly something I want to see from this type of app. I’m sure the devs will respond explaining how this data collection is harmless, but I actually only want to know one thing… if it’s no big deal why don’t you disclose it on the App Store? Cuz right now it seems like the whole app is structured so as to hide the real data collection practices

I’ve noticed patterns I never would have without the app!

I have pretty bad gastrointestinal problems. And this is helping me remember what to report to my gastroenterologist. 🥰

This app has been extremely helpful on my journey toward better gut health, 10/10 recommend!!

Very helpful!