Introduction
Confinement nannies are a big part of Chinese culture. But what is a 陪月 nanny, and what services are provided by confinement nannies? Read on to find out what awaits a newborn baby in Chinese transience during the confinement period, along with a confinement nanny’s tasks.
What is confinement all you need to know?
The confinement tradition is a traditional practice where a woman will typically remain indoors for a while to recover from childbirth, labor, and delivery.
The Chinese believe that after giving birth, a woman’s strength is weakened. They believe that to restore it, new mothers must put into practice a new daily regimen. Some women may also hire a confinement nanny for support during this period.
What is the actual purpose of Confinement?
- Full rest and recovery for both mother and baby
- Let the woman’s reproductive organs recover
- Particular“confinement foods” are made to give nourishment and facilitate the production of breast milk
- To defend against typical ailments associated with post-delivery
Confinement Period
Regardless of whether or not the mother has given birth to a baby in a natural way or has been delivered by cesarean, the amount of time she spends in confinement typically ranges from 1 month to 100 days. The primary reason is that approximately six weeks is ideal so that her recovery process can proceed.
Confinement Nanny
A confinement nanny, also known as a confinement lady, is a woman skilled in the art of postpartum care and newborn care. She will typically live with you during the night or day or be dedicated to you for the entire month so that she may perform a number of confinement nanny duties.
Duties
Baby care: It includes feeding, changing diapers, bathing, cleaning the umbilical cord, washing baby clothes, cleaning and disinfecting milk bottles, Cooperating with mothers, etc.
Maternal care: It contains arranging nourishing meals according to the mother’s physical condition and necessities, such as nourishing soup, stewed chicken wine, melted tea, ginger rice, etc., to help the mother in recovery.
Teaching nursing skills: sharing baby nursing skills and experience with mothers, and their families.
Simple housework: Housework contains cleaning up dishes and purchasing ingredients.
Is a confinement nanny really necessary?
A confinement nanny is typically a full-time caregiver who watches over newborns exclusively, providing them with round-the-clock care. While there are many benefits to having a confinement nanny, such as increased security and peace of mind for new parents, some may wonder if a confinement nanny is really necessary.
The answer to this question largely depends on the individual family situation and preferences. For some families, having a confinement nanny can provide an extra level of safety and security for their newborn baby. In addition, many confinement nannies have extensive experience with newborn babies and are familiar with their needs. This means they can quickly adapt to changes in the infant’s behavior or mood, which can be incredibly reassuring for new parents.
However, not all families find that a confinement nanny is necessary or beneficial.
Summary
There are many ways to find the perfect confinement nanny for your family. Talk to friends, family, and professionals to get a good feel for what you’re looking for in a nanny. When interviewing prospective nannies, be sure to ask about their experience with confined and/or high-energy children. Ask if they have experience with specific types of confinement systems, and how comfortable they are using them.
