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Mumsnet Discussions: Childminders, nannies, au pairs etc : (4 messages)
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Contact the poster Contact mumsnet about this post By Nicdigby on Wed 19-Nov-08 21:51:58
Hi there, I'm having a think about what help to get when my second baby arrives in March as my first one will only be 12 months old then, and I have no family help at all and hubby works long hours.

I was thinking about getting someone in who could look after both babies while I catch up on some sleep for a couple of mornings a week.

Or maybe an overnight person to look after the newborn a couple of nights a week to ensure I get a good night's sleep twice a week!

Do such people exist? I know there are nannys, but they charge £10+ an hour and probably won't want to do just a few hours a week for me. And TBH I balk at paying £10+ an hour when I'm at home at the same time, so it's not sole responsbility if you see what I mean???

Do you think babysitters exist in the daytime or do I need a mother's help or something? I'm not sure what the difference is.

Many thanks for any advice you can give. I live in SW London.

Nic
Contact the poster Contact mumsnet about this post By TheRealMrsJohnSimm on Wed 19-Nov-08 22:54:15
How about a Doula? She will not only look after your little ones but she will look after you too
Contact the poster See this person's profile Contact mumsnet about this post By hertsnessex on Thu 20-Nov-08 10:43:39
A trainee Doula would cost you around £10/hr and a recognised normally alot more. Why dont you call and couple in your area? Find a Doula
Contact the poster Contact mumsnet about this post By matnanny on Thu 20-Nov-08 11:02:24
I am a nanny who does ad-hoc workand dont charge £10 per hour. Im in Croydon so not that far from you.

If interested, email me on adhocnanny@ymail.com

Thanks


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