For many parents who are working from home, having someone else occupy their kids' attention for a while is helpful. If there's not another quarantined adult in the house with some free time,
Lifehacker asks that you consider these tips as you seek out a virtual babysitter.
- Have realistic expectations. Realize that the virtual sitter can't protect your child physically; you'll still have to be around as they read stories, play games or do homework.
- Get the right person. While it might be easy to hit up a teen cousin, a better choice might be your child's daycare teacher, an aunt or a past babysitter.
- Consider a professional. Existing babysitting services now offer virtual services; these services have already vetted staff, which might make them a more attractive choice.
