Sounds like you need temporary full time help for 8 weeks. I say full time because it will be hard to find someone to come in just for daycare pick up and drop off then to come in 2-3 days for cleaning,etc. Advertise exactly what you are looking for but make sure people understand its temporary.

My wife broke her ankle last week, went through surgery yesterday, and will be off her feet for at least 6-8 weeks. We have a 16-month old son and luckily I work at home but am finding it challenging to keep up with the daily cleaning/housekeeping, cooking, laundry, etc. Not to mention our DC rowhouse has several staircases (how my wife broke her foot in the first place!), and her mobility is entirely limited right now.

I'm wondering what I should do as far as hiring help. I would like someone to come in 2-3 days/week and clean, do laundry, maybe some light cooking. I travel frequently for work and might need someone to drop off/pick up our son at daycare, as my wife cannot drive. Is this advisable?

Thank you for your thoughts!