A confinement nanny is typically a mother with parenting experience or someone who has taken professional training in caring for expectant mothers and newborns. They are paid to accompany the mothers during their confinement after giving birth at home.

Confinement nanny is a term used to describe the person who works with new mothers and newborns. The job of a confinement nanny can be either full-time or part-time, but it’s usually part-time because they’re not expected to work after the baby is born. Confinement nannies are hired by families in China because they have one thing that most other people don’t — experience with babies. They know what kind of care and attention to give babies. Most of them were themselves pregnant when they started working as confinements nannies. 

The idea for hiring a confinement nanny originated in the United States. In the first half of the 20th century, many women had very little money to spend on raising their children. Many would go into debt to provide their children with the best possible education and good health care. But even if they could afford all of this, there was still no guarantee that their children would thrive. It was common for parents to try everything they knew to help their child reach his or her potential. One such method was hiring a family member, friend or neighbor to stay at home with him or her. Another was hiring a nanny. 

Nannies were first brought over from Europe during the late 19th century when wealthy European families moved to America. By the early 1900s, some American families began bringing over their own nannies from Germany, Russia, France, Italy and England. These “foreign” nannies were hired for several reasons; they spoke different languages than Americans did, they came from cultures where women had more freedom and responsibilities than in America and they were often cheaper. For example, it cost $10 to hire a domestic servant in London, while it only cost $5 to hire an English nanny in New York City. 

One reason why these nannies were so inexpensive was because they didn’t need to be paid overtime. They also weren’t expected to work long hours like domestic servants. A nanny wasn’t expected to clean a house or cook meals for a family. She simply cared for the babies and kept the house clean and well organized. Because she worked in a home rather than an office, she probably spent less time away from her children and family members. 

This idea of hiring a nanny to watch your kids isn’t unique to the United States. People in Japan also hire babysitters called “onmiya.” This word literally means “babysitter,” although it has a broader meaning today. Like in the U.S., Japanese families hire onmiya to take care of their children. However, unlike American families, Japanese families typically hire onmiya for only a few months instead of years. Onmiya usually live with the entire family and don’t have any privacy. They aren’t allowed to leave the house without permission and they must never leave the house unless the children are asleep. 

Many Confinement Nannies in China Are Former Pregnant Women 

In China, the idea of hiring a nanny to watch your children actually goes back further than in the U.S. It’s been around since the Tang Dynasty (AD 618-907). During this time, Confinement Nannies were known as “Tianjia Niangniang,” which translates to “the lady who provides Tian’s living.” In the Tang Dynasty, there was an emperor who loved to play and he wanted to keep track of how much time he spent playing and how much time he spent sleeping. His wife tried to convince him to hire a nanny, but he refused. He said that he’d rather go out and play than sit at home all day watching someone else do his duties. So, his wife sent Confinement Nannies to look after his son every night. The next morning, the emperor woke up to find that his son had grown overnight. When he asked his wife what happened, she told him that his son slept through the night under the supervision of these nannies! 

Since then, Confinement Nannies have continued to grow in popularity in China. More and more Chinese women are becoming pregnant each year. And as a result, more Confinement Nannies are hired to take care of these young children. Today, the majority of Confinement Nannies in China are former pregnant women. According to the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Statistics, in 2010 nearly 90 percent of Confinement Nannies in China were former pregnant women. 

Confinement Nannies Are Paid Less Than Domestic Servants in China 

Although Confinement Nannies get paid less than domestic servants, they still make enough money to support their families. In fact, Confinement Nannies make more than the average salary in China. According to the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Statistics, Confinement Nannies make anywhere from $200-$400 per month. That’s higher than the average salary for those who work in retail stores, construction jobs and factories. 

Confinement Nannies Are Highly Skilled Caregivers 

When Confinement Nannies work in the U.S. or in countries like Japan, they often receive training to become better caregivers. They learn how to handle difficult situations and develop skills that will allow them to understand what their clients want. They also learn how to deal with problems and conflicts between children. Confinement Nannies in China don’t receive any formal training, but they are expected to know how to handle difficult situations. As Confinement Nannies in China tend to come from poorer backgrounds, they may not have had the opportunity to get formal training in these areas. 

Confinement Nannies are Highly Responsible Workers 

When Confinement Nannies are hired in the U.S. or in other countries, they usually don’t have a lot of say in the way things run. But Confinement Nannies in China have far more responsibility. Although Confinement Nannies in China also don’t receive formal training, they are expected to perform certain services. First of all, Confinement Nannies are responsible for looking after the babies and making sure that the babies eat properly. Secondly, Confinement Nannies are responsible for helping the mother with household chores, taking care of older siblings and doing laundry. They also have to prepare dinner and clean up afterwards. 

If Confinement Nannies are busy caring for the children, the mothers usually don’t have to worry too much about taking care of their homes. They don’t have to clean up the house or do the dishes after dinner. Instead, they can focus on preparing for bed. If Confinement Nannies in China are too busy to clean the house, the mothers can ask their neighbors to help them out. 

Confinement Nannies in China Can Make Good Money 

Because Confinement Nannies are highly skilled and responsible workers, they can make decent money. In 2010, Confinement Nannies made an average of $300-$500 per month. This amount is far higher than the average salary for Confinement Nannies in China. In addition, Confinement Nannies in China often make more money than their counterparts in other countries. The average salary in Japan is $240 per month, while the average salary in South Korea is $300 per month. 

But despite the high pay rates, Confinement Nannies in China rarely enjoy retirement benefits. In fact, they often have to continue working after they retire. This is because Confinement Nannies don’t receive Social Security or Medicare benefits. As a result, they rely on their employers to offer them these benefits. If they don’t get retirement benefits, Confinement Nannies in China can expect to be treated poorly once they stop working. 

Confinement Nannies Have Their Own Problems Too 

Like any other employees, Confinement Nannies have their own unique set of problems. Confinement Nannies in China usually have no choice but to accept whatever conditions their employers offer them. They may have to work long hours or do other tasks they don’t want to do. And they may have to deal with bosses who treat them badly. 

On top of that, Confinement Nannies in China typically don’t receive medical insurance. Because they work for low wages, it’s unlikely that they’ll ever be able to buy comprehensive health insurance. They can choose to join a union and negotiate for better treatment. Or they can simply quit their jobs. But quitting might mean losing their ability to feed their families. 

Confinement Nannies Are Not Ideal Caregivers 

As Confinement Nannies in China, Confinement Nannies in the U.S. or in other countries have to deal with a lot of pressures. They’re not only responsible for looking after the babies, but they also have to take care of the children’s needs. And they have to take care of the rest of the family as well. All of this takes a toll on their mental health. After all, Confinement Nannies in China have to wake up at midnight to take care of the newborns. They have to keep feeding them, changing them and cleaning up after them. 

Confinement Nannies in China often have to deal with a lot of stress. They’re constantly worried about what the future holds and whether they’ll be able to take care of their families. They may also feel lonely because they have no friends to talk to. And if they ever have a problem, they can’t turn to anyone. The only person they can turn to is their employer.