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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I have recently decided to leave my job and have a 6-month-old and toddler at home. I would like to bring someone on in a part-time nanny/mother’s helper role who can essentially be an extra set of hands to do a mix of childcare and household tasks (tidying kitchen, washing bottles/dishes, food prep, etc.). I am hoping that by having this extra help this will also allow me to do some 1:1 activities during the day with each child. Would appreciate any insight from stay at home parents who may have had a similar arrangement to hear what worked well and what didn’t. Many thanks.

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Why do parents think that while using the word nanny also means housekeeper? I didn't go to school for 4 years to do your dishes. What you are looking for is a housekeeper who is willinbg to watch the children when you want. A Nanny is someone who has sole charge of your children and full responsibility. A babysitter (I have never sat on a baby) is a younger less experienced childcare person who also usually does not do domestic work. I think you need to be exactly sure and commucative to whomever you hire exactly what you require instead of using a title incorrectly or you will go through help over and over again, exposing your children to that revolving door.[/quote]

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