Overnight peace of mind
When alarms don’t wake you, having another way to view (and share with another adult) can make nights feel less fragile.
For parents & carers
“I need to keep them safe, but I can’t be everywhere.”
Nightscout is often used by families for extra eyes during sleep, school, childcare, clubs, and travel. Hosted Nightscout makes it doable without learning servers.
Scenarios
Common moments families mention.
School day handovers
Teachers, support staff, and school nurses can’t always be in the same app ecosystem. A browser-based view can be easier in real life — and you can change access later.
Clubs and activities
Sports and after-school clubs often mean new adults, new routines, and short handovers. Sharing that’s easy to open helps.
Travel, sleepovers, and camps
When you’re not nearby, Nightscout can help a trusted adult follow trends and stay connected.
What it enables
Practical benefits for care circles.
Multiple caregivers can view
Parents, grandparents, partners, and carers can follow when it’s appropriate — especially during handovers and sleep.
Viewing on the devices you already use
A browser view works on phones, tablets, and work computers. Watches and widgets can be used where supported.
Alert tuning to reduce noise
Set thresholds and quiet hours that match your routines. Different devices and apps can behave differently depending on setup.
How hosted helps
Nightscout without the technical overhead.
No technical setup
We host the Nightscout instance so you don’t have to manage servers or updates.
Help when something changes
New phone, new uploader, new school year — we help you get back to a working setup.
Clear onboarding
Step-by-step guidance so you can share with confidence, not guesswork.
Support you can reach
Email or chat when you’re stuck, with clear expectations for response.
Parent FAQs
Common questions families ask.
Can the school nurse view it?
Often, yes. A browser-based view can be easier for schools. You decide who has access and can change access later.
Can grandparents follow too?
Often, yes. Many families set up multiple supporters so responsibility isn’t on one person.
How do we avoid too many alarms?
Start simple: agree on thresholds and quiet hours, and choose who gets what notification. We can help you tune it based on your setup.
What if we change phones?
You keep control of your Nightscout site and setup. Device changes are common — we’ll help you adjust.
Safety note
Nightscout is a viewing and sharing tool.
Nightscout is a viewing and sharing tool. It does not replace your CGM or medical advice. Always follow your clinician’s guidance and your device manufacturer’s instructions.