Childcare maid for Malaysian families

How a childcare helper supports your family

For working parents and busy households, a helper who is good with children can make each day calmer. Depending on her experience and your instructions, a childcare helper may assist with:

• Feeding, bathing and changing babies and toddlers
• Preparing children’s meals and snacks
• Keeping to nap, play and bedtime routines
• Getting children ready for school and accompanying school pick-ups where arranged
• Washing and sterilising bottles, children’s laundry and tidying play areas
• Light household work alongside childcare

Newborn assistance

Caring for a newborn requires patience and specific experience. If you are expecting a baby, tell us your due date and how you plan to share night feeds and routines. We can prioritise candidates who have cared for infants before. Start early, because the hiring process takes time and arrival dates cannot be guaranteed.

Choosing the right helper for your children

Before the interview, think about:

• Ages of your children. Infant care, toddler care and caring for older children require different strengths.
• Language. Which language will she use with your children day to day?
• Supervision. Will a grandparent or parent be at home, or will she be responsible alone for part of the day?
• Balance of duties. Be realistic about how much housework can be combined with full-time childcare.

Our article on how to interview a domestic helper includes questions that help you understand a candidate’s real childcare experience.