# Parental Marketplace Platforms The 'Orcas' App Connects Parents to Trusted Babysitters and More By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-09-17 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orcas-app References: [producthunt](https://www.producthunt.com/posts/orcas) Parents can often find it difficult to find help when it comes to childcare or tutoring, so the 'Orcas' app is here to offer them a solution that is streamlined and focused on efficiency. A growing number of parents are looking to [digital solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yoya-ai) to help them out when it comes to caring for their children, which is seeing new options coming about. The 'Orcas' app seen here enables parents to connect directly with [trusted babysitters and tutors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kidsit) that are within their area to get a bit of help exactly when they need it. The app also provides perks and credits for users who invite friends to join in order to help foster a more loyal base of [parents using the platform](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dadapp). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Digital Parental Marketplaces:** Businesses can disrupt traditional parenting services by offering online platforms that streamline the hiring process for parents. - **Trusted Service Provider Platforms:** Opportunities exist for companies to develop platforms that connect users with a vetted network of trusted providers for various services such as babysitting and tutoring. - **Loyalty Incentive Programs:** Developing loyalty programs that reward existing customers for referring new customers can lead to a more loyal customer base for businesses offering parenting services. ### Who This Affects Most - **Parental Services:** Companies in the traditional parental services industry can improve their offerings by developing and integrating digital marketplaces that simplify the hiring process for parents. - **Online Marketplaces:** Opportunities exist for existing online marketplace companies, such as those focusing on job listings or services, to expand their offerings by adding vetted parental service providers to their networks. - **Mobile App Development:** Developing mobile apps that connect parents with trusted service providers in their area can be a lucrative opportunity for app development companies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Parental Guidance Shopping Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auggie-app.md) - [Comprehensive Childcare Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/childcare-app.md) - [Nursery Brand Parenting Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mamas-papas-app.md) - [Parent-Child Connection Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parentsider.md) - [Parent-to-Parent Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blossoms.md) - [Motherhood Community Support Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mamahood-app.md) - [Stimulating Child Play Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/child-play-app.md) - [AI-Enhanced Parenting Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parent-lab.md) - [AI-Powered Parenting Experts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parenting-experts.md)