I noticed my Helper is getting Lazy

I noticed my Helper is getting Lazy

In recent times, there has been a growing concern among employers about a perceived laziness in their Helper. While it’s crucial to approach this matter with sensitivity and an understanding of the various factors at play, it’s equally important for...
Should I hire a maid through agency or direct hire?

Should I hire a maid through agency or direct hire?

At first glance, direct hiring a helper on your own may seem like a very cost-saving option. However, you bear the risks of misfit skillset, Helper feeling home sick upon arrival, failed on-arrival medical examination, gets off-loaded at source country’s airport,...
Hiring a Helper to look after newborn

Hiring a Helper to look after newborn

In a perfect world, daddies and mommies would stay at home all year round looking after their newborns, create memories and experiences with their little ones as they grow up. But in reality, in the hustle and bustle of Singapore, this would be just a fantasy. It is...
What should you do if your MDW borrows money from Loan Sharks

What should you do if your MDW borrows money from Loan Sharks

If you found out your MDW is involved in loan sharks borrowings, DO NOT PANIC! You are not liable to pay for any loans taken by your MDW. Some MDWs are unaware of how loan sharks in Singapore operate hence they may borrow from multiple loan sharks. Here are a few...
My spoon will not dirty your spoon, Mr & Mrs Employer

My spoon will not dirty your spoon, Mr & Mrs Employer

Many years ago, we came across a post from A Maid’s Eye View of Singapore Employers – a now inactive Facebook group (last post was in August 2014) created by a group of MDWs to speak their stories in Singapore. We realised that even right up till this day,...
What should you do if your Helper ran away?

What should you do if your Helper ran away?

You came home and noticed your door and gate are left opened and your Helper is nowhere to be found. Her belongings are gone too. What should you do? If your Foreign Domestic Worker (FDW) is missing, don’t panic! Contact your agent immediately. Chances are your...