Technology designed to lighten the mental load of parenting

Created by parents, for parents

Our Mission

Dote exists to reduce the invisible mental load families carry every day.

What should be a time filled with connection and joy can quickly become consumed by questions, second-guessing and constant mental juggling. Modern parents are expected to track everything, research everything and somehow still trust their instincts through the noise. We don’t think parenting support should feel overwhelming.

  • The mental load no one talks about

    Today’s parents are flooded with information about sleep, feeding, routines, temperature, milestones and development and often all at once. Instead of feeling supported, many parents are left constantly checking, searching and worrying about whether they’re doing enough. We created Dote to simplify that experience. By combining smart technology with thoughtful guidance, we help reduce the constant mental juggling so parents can feel calmer, clearer and more confident in everyday family life.

  • Why we created Dote

    We didn’t create Dote to add more technology into parenting. We created it to remove some of the pressure. To reduce the constant checking. To quiet the overwhelm. To help parents spend less time searching for reassurance and more time enjoying the moments that matter. Every product we build is designed to support parents in a way that feels intuitive, gentle and genuinely helpful.

  • Founder Story

    Why does parenting technology often create more stress instead of less? Our founder Stephen experienced firsthand the emotional and mental demands of raising young children; the sleepless nights, constant worrying and feeling like you always needed to be “on”. After years of sketching ideas, refining designs and working alongside real parents, Dote was born: technology designed not just to monitor families, but to genuinely support them. Today, our team combines expertise from brands including Dyson, Microsoft, Mattel, Tommee Tippee and Owlet Care, all united by one mission: helping families feel more supported in everyday life.

Lead designer of Dote products

We set out to create products that 
make parenting simpler, without compromising on style, safety, or comfort. Every detail is designed with real families in mind