Maintaining a good relationship with your mother’s helper starts right from the hiring process. When you’re hiring a mother’s helper, be clear about the job requirements and your expectations.  And hire someone who you think clearly meets those job requirements and expectations.  Once you’ve hired a mother’s helper, make sure you create a contract that outlines her job duties and make a copy for her and yourself.

In order to form a good working relationship after the hiring process, maintain an open level of communication with your mother’s helper.  Spend a few minutes during the day or each week to have a conversation about your childcare and household needs. It’s always important to address any issues or concerns at the onset, rather than waiting for them to become unmanageable.