Is this essential care?

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I'm due a baby next month and also have a 4yo DS. My DH won't be able to take any paternity leave (other than for labour / coming home from hospital).
If my mum, MIL, SIL were to come round to help me a bit (at different times from each other) would that be counted as essential care do you think?
I had a terrible labour / recovery with DS, breastfeeding didn't go well and I was in a lot of pain and heavily bleeding for weeks. My DH had a month off at that time so he looked after us.
Worried that I'll feel unwell again and have no help.

Yes, please don't worry. I'm sure that will be absolutely fine.

Of course it's essential.

I'm so lucky I have family who are willing and able to help out. It's such a worrying time to be having a baby but I need to count my blessings.
Maybe this labour and recovery will be easier (I say hopefully!)
Thanks for your replies.

I hope this labour is far easier on you!

Personally I'd try to limit the number of people in & out of the house, especially if they're working/shopping/socialising. Not easy when everyone wants to help/cuddle the baby!

You, 4yo DS, newborn... someone would have to be pretty heartless to say some help isn't essential IF you want it

Take care & best wishes!

Thank you!
We have a huge family so sadly the wider family won't be able to visit but I'm sure they will understand.

Of course that's fine. All the best for your new baby!