After my second baby, I started paying my cousin $20 an hour to help me with chores and childcare
Paying my younger cousin to be a mother's helper and take care of my kids for a few hours every week has been a good arrangement for my family.
Last July, when the author welcomed her second child, her 23-year-old cousin Jane began spending more time with the family, providing childcare and assistance with chores. The author describes Jane, affectionately known as Nanie, as an irreplaceable help for her and her husband, who both work full-time. Jane's unique routines and knack for getting the kids to sleep have become cherished moments for the family.
Although Jane is a hardworking student with multiple jobs, the author acknowledges her invaluable presence in their lives, and worries about finding a replacement when she eventually moves on to a full-time career.
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