Otter

Reliable kidcare on demand

[Helen Mayer @thehelenmayer]

So much of my life has been lived in sprints punctuated by surprises. This documentary tells the story of one of these surprises, some of the sprints that came before it, and the sprints it catalyzed:

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P.S. We’re hiring - https://t.co/ggDxw0jV6j.

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Hi world, please re-meet https://t.co/W5CfGurKvh! We help parents find reliable kidcare in their community, on demand! The new Otter may be coming out of stealth today, but this change has been months in the making. Curious about the process? Read on! 🧵 🦦

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We’d love you to join our community. If you’re interested in becoming a sitter and working on your own schedule or using Otter to find childcare as a parent, sign up here! https://t.co/RIsPzFlT0p

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Is your family feeling the January doldrums? Whether it's the weather, the lack of sunlight, or those post-holiday blues, we know this month can feel like a slog. Here are some fun ideas for family activities to brighten things up!

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Happy holidays from Otter! To celebrate, here's a fun coloring sheet for the kiddos!

[Helen Mayer @thehelenmayer]

It's no secret that we've got a childcare crisis on our hands. Honored to be part of this cohort of folks working to build better care systems! https://t.co/ZDSHyLFQ46 @the_holding_co #CareGuild

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Is there anything more challenging than trying to calm a screaming child while their parents are leaving?

We have some tips for babysitters dealing with separation anxiety!

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Maybe it’s been awhile since you’ve bottle fed a baby. Maybe you’re brand new to it - either way, here are some steps to feeding the baby and some tips from moms who have been there.

Check out our blog for other resources for caregivers!

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We know it can be hard to leave your kids with a new caregiver. To get ready for a care session, here are some tips on how to prepare for the babysitter’s arrival!

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For the last installment in our series on skills SAHMs should add to their resumes, we're talking about problem solving and why moms are just so good at it. While it's a skill many of us have gained at home, it can also easily apply in the workplace!

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We have some of the best caregivers at Otter, so we wanted to share some the guidelines they follow when they provide care! Here are some basic dos and don’ts for taking care of someone else’s children:

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Are you a parent re-entering the workforce? Make sure you're highlighting the skills you've picked up as a parent!

We all know communicating effectively is critical for any job and parents are some the best communicators we can think of!

[Helen Mayer @thehelenmayer]

I'm hiring someone to help me build the simplest solutions to the most important problems at @WithOtter! Currently, that looks like doubling down on a promising PMF bet. Interested? DM me or email [email protected]. More on the role:

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Every parent who’s ever had to find any form of childcare knows the importance of checking references, but we know it can seem a little daunting. So we’re here to help break down the next steps for you and recommend some questions you should ask! https://t.co/n5yyFSfY5E

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Our founder @thehelenmayer is featured on this list of founders solving big problems with innovative solutions from Sidekick by @MorningBrew! Read more about Otter and the other creative companies and founders -

[Sabrina Sanchez @_SanchezSabrina]

Sharing our latest project for Sidekick by @MorningBrew highlighting entrepreneurs that have taken out of the box ideas and turned them into successful businesses. These are 20 innovative, rising founders to watch. Check it out the Solo List here:

https://t.co/RfKukSsqdD