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November 30

Gifts For Yaya? Real Parents Share Novel Ideas Their Nannies Loved

This season, show your helpers that you care for them like they’re family.

In the Filipino setting, family isn't limited to just the next of kins. We have extended family, almost-relatives, and of course, our trusted helpers and nannies. Yes, many of us consider our kids' nannies part of the family, so this holiday season,
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December 1

No Yaya? No Problem: Real Parents Share their Stay-Sane Tips

Your life need not be in shambles when Yaya goes on a day off, on vacation, or tenders her resignation.

Photo from mamaschellsays.blogspot.comAs much as we need her, Yaya has to take a leave now and then. Sometimes she may even have to go for good! What do you do when this happens?If Yaya is gone for a while “Line up fun
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July 21

10 Tricky Yaya Problems and How to Deal

Yaya is a big help in the house, but what do you do when her attitude or situation gets in the way?

Most of us who have the privilege of hiring helpers or yayas know that having an extra hand often brings a burden along with the blessings. We’ve heard, or even experienced ourselves, many a yaya “horror story.” Still, we owe a lot
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March 7

A Primer on the Newly-Enacted “Batas Kasambahay”

Understand the provisions of the new law and download a sample contract in Filipino!

In the Philippines, practically every home has a househelper. Just as some are treated like family members by their employers, there are also those who, unfortunately, suffer abuse. This is the reason behind the enactment of the “Batas Kasambahay” – to make

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