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maid/babysitter that isn't a live-in

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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 12 January 2011 - 21:32

how hard is it to find someone who isn't a live-in?

is it realistic to find a good nanny who can come to us for specific times every day? i now a lot of nannies or maids need somewhere to live, so opt for the live-in situation, but is this the only option?

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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 13 January 2011 - 11:25
I know it's a bit hard to get your head around the idea of having someone live in your home - it certainly was for me. But given that part time help can be harder to find, much harder to find legally, and can be much much much more expensive that full-time live in, many of us consider it more than we thought we would. When I first arrived in Qatar my son was only 8 years old, and I had a lot of meetings and work obligations in the evening. So we quickly realized that full-time live-in made a lot of sense. And I have to say, while it was certainly an adustment, it has been amazing having help at this level. Over the years we have had great and not so great experiences, but in the end it has been wonderful. I no longer need the child-care aspect, but coming home to a house that is always spotless, having my clothes ironed and hung in my closet without my having to deal with it (ironing is my most hated task!) and of course help in the kitchen (I cook but she does the prep and clean-up) is fabulous, especially as a full-time working mom. I have many friends who feel the same way. So yes, it's an adjustment. And its not for everyone. But it can be a wonderful experience all around as well. So give it some thought. Personally I'd be lost without my maid, and I NEVER imagined I'd ever say such a thing.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 13 January 2011 - 10:59
I figured this is a bit of a tall order :( So don't worry carathop, I appreciate the honesty! Not really keen for a live-in. Really only want someone at the house from noon until about 6pm. A little ironing/ housework and mainly to be with my 4 year old when he gets home from school.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 12 January 2011 - 23:07
Some one who is not very good in English but is honest, clean, and does a very good job of taking care of the house and one baby of less than a yr old is able to charge Qr 2000/- per month for 6.30 am to 2.30 pm!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 12 January 2011 - 22:48
Not to be a negative nelly... But really Friggin' hard! And it is quite a bit more expensive than bringing someone in to live with you. Sorry.