README.md

---
title: NurtureNest
emoji: 🗣️
colorFrom: blue
colorTo: purple
sdk: streamlit
sdk_version: 1.31.1
app_file: src/streamlit_app.py
pinned: false
license: mit
---

# JournalSidekicks

A Streamlit application that helps parents experience unique parenting support and guidance while journaling, live. Created by [Jocelyn Skillman LMHC](http://www.jocelynskillman.com).

## Features
- Interactive parenting support
- Somatic Journaling - Live
- AI-powered dialogue using Claude

## API Key Setup

### Local Development
1. Create a `.env` file in the root directory
2. Add your Anthropic API key:
```
ANTHROPIC_KEY=your_api_key_here
```

### Hugging Face Spaces
1. Go to your Space's Settings
2. Under "Repository secrets", add:
   - Name: `ANTHROPIC_KEY`
   - Value: Your Anthropic API key

### Testing API Key
To verify your API key is working:
1. Run the test app: `streamlit run src/minimal_test.py`
2. If successful, you'll be able to chat with Claude
3. If there's an error, check your API key configuration

## Running the App
1. Install dependencies:
```bash
pip install -r requirements.txt
```

2. Run the main app:
```bash
streamlit run src/streamlit_app.py
```

## Deployment
The app is configured for deployment on Hugging Face Spaces. Make sure to set the `ANTHROPIC_KEY` in the Space's secrets before deploying.