Pinky Pillai
Yes, most Japa maids assist with light household work related to the baby and mother—such as cleaning the baby’s clothes, washing feeding bottles, and keeping the nursery clean. However, her primary focus should remain on mother and baby care, not heavy housework.
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Nilambari Ahire
A good Japa maid should be patient, gentle, and experienced with newborns. She must understand baby feeding schedules, hygiene, and traditional care methods. Compassion, cleanliness, and reliability are essential traits to ensure a smooth postnatal period.
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Neeta Kale
Yes, hiring from a trusted maid agency is the safest option. Agencies usually conduct background verification, medical checks, and training for their maids. This ensures that the person you hire is experienced, reliable, and hygienic especially when it comes to newborn care.
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Anita Manohar Sutar
Most families hire a Japa maid for 30 to 45 days after childbirth, which is known as the Japa period. However, depending on your health, baby’s needs, and family support, you can extend her services for up to 3 months if necessary.
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Deepa Nautiyal
A Japa maid takes care of both the new mother and the newborn baby during the post-delivery recovery period. Her duties include baby massage, mother’s massage, bathing the baby, preparing nutritious meals for the mother, maintaining hygiene, and providing emotional support to help both recover well.
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