What to Prepare Before Your Confinement Nanny Arrives
A Simple & Heartfelt Guide by YANXI MAMA
Welcoming your nanny into your home doesn’t have to be stressful. Here’s a simple checklist to make sure she feels comfortable and ready to help you with your baby and postpartum recovery.
Basic Living Essentials
🛏️ Clean bed or foldable mattress - A quiet and private corner for rest
🧼 Towel (face/body) - Preferably new
🥤 Personal cup or thermal bottle - For daily hydration
👣 Indoor slippers - Comfortable & easy to clean
🧺 Small storage space - Drawer or shelf for her belongings
Meal & Water
🍽️ Daily meals - Usually shared with the family or provided separately
🚫 Dietary restrictions - Please clarify in advance (e.g., no spicy food)
💧 Hot water access - Kettle or thermal flask for easy refill
Baby & Mom Supplies (Usually prepared by the family)
🍼 Baby bottles, formula, diapers - Nanny assists in using/cleaning
🧽 Sterilizer - For bottles and pacifiers
🧖♀️ Maternity pads, nursing pads - For your postpartum care
📓 Notebook (optional) - To track baby’s feeding/sleep/diaper routine
Communication & House Rules
💬 Set clear expectations - Phone use, laundry arrangements, rest hours
👨👩👧👦 Introduce household members - So she knows who to speak with
🫶 Stay open to feedback - Especially around baby care or your emotions
🧡 Bonus: Small Gestures Go a Long Way
A small welcome note or fruit basket 🍊
Let her know: “Thanks for being here — it means a lot.”
A smile. A kind word. Trust builds from the start.
With YANXI, You're Never Alone.
Let us handle the communication and onboarding — you just focus on healing and bonding with your baby.
