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Secure Top-Rated Postnatal Care & Postpartum Support with Verified Reviews from Singaporean Mothers.
Confinement Nanny Jenny Yee
Confinement nannies in Singapore don't stay available for long! Based on recent MummyNanny bookings, Singaporean mothers typically secure their Confinement Nannies between 12 and 30 weeks pregnant.
Discover firsthand accounts and reviews from mothers who just completed their postnatal journey. Read their stories and learn what to expect from Confinement Nannies in Singapore.
Sep 30 – Nov 9
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4.3
Sally is easy going, takes good care of both mummy and baby. She is very patient with baby. She can cook delicious meal, dessert and drinks for confinement which helped boost my milk supply.
Oct 6 – Nov 1
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5.0
I would like to share my experience with Elaine as our confinement nanny. She took very good care of my newborn, especially during the early weeks when my baby wanted to be held most of the time. Elaine was very patient — she carried the baby whenever needed and also helped encourage better feedi...
Oct 5 – Nov 1
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4.7
Her professional knowledge, gentle care, and genuine concern for both baby and mummy make her truly exceptional. Grateful with her this period
Sep 19 – Oct 30
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5.0
We are extremely grateful to have had such a wonderful confinement nanny with us during this important period. From the very first day, she has been nothing short of amazing. The food she cooks is always delicious, well-balanced, and full of variety — every meal feels like it’s prepared with genu...
Sep 16 – Oct 27
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4.7
We absolutely dare to leave baby with nanny alone when we go out. She is very responsible, trustworthy, confident and able to work alongside with my helper, even training my helper how to cook and care for baby. I would engage Nanny again should I have another kid.
Sep 23 – Oct 20
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4.7
To summarize, Ms Winnie is a wonderful confinement lady, she genuinely cares for the baby and mummy and has vast experience in this field. We worked closely as a team to optimise baby's feeding and health. Miscellaneous : she is good at tying children's hairstyles as she has prior experie...
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| 1 | 15 | 17 238 |
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| 2 | 14 | 14 194 |
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| 3 | 12 | 14 187 |
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| 4 | 15 | 13 178 |
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| 5 | 15 | 12 146 |
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| 6 | 15 | 10 140 |
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| 7 | 13 | 10 133 |
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| 8 | 15 | 9 119 |
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| 9 | 14 | 7 96 |
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| 10 | 11 | 7 97 |
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| 11 | 15 | 6 76 |
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| 12 | 6 | 7 83 |
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| 13 | 14 | 5 73 |
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| 14 | 15 | 5 69 |
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| 15 | 14 | 5 63 |
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| 16 | 15 | 4 58 |
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| 17 | 6 | 5 67 |
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| 18 | 11 | 5 61 |
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| 19 | 14 | 4 58 |
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| 20 | 6 | 5 65 |
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Our Confinement Nanny rankings are determined by two key factors: a Truncated Total Evaluation Score, reflecting performance across multiple jobs and feedback from various mothers, and Profile Strength, which assesses the transparency and credibility of a Nanny's profile. This dual approach ensures parents get the information they need while recognizing nannies for consistent, reliable, and quality care. We are always improving this system based on community feedback.
Discover how to hire a trusted Confinement Nanny according to your budget in 2025. Use smart filters, explore verified profiles, contact Nannies, and pay your deposit securely.
Start With Smart Filters
Use the Nanny Listing page or check your Job Post applicants. Filter by location, experience, salary, language, skills, and more to shortlist potential Nannies.
Explore Nanny Profiles
View detailed profiles with photos, experience, job portfolios, reviews from other mothers, and availability.
Contact & Compare
Chat or video call with Nannies directly to discuss your needs, ask questions, and get a custom quote that fits your budget.
Book With a Safe Deposit
Lock in your Nanny through MummyNanny's secure payment system. Your deposit is held safely and only released after you confirm her arrival.
Manage Everything in One Place
Your Mummy Dashboard stores your receipts, signed eAgreement, and booking details. Everything stays organised and secure.
We surveyed Confinement Nannies registered on MummyNanny to find out how much they typically charge in Singapore. Here's what they told us:
| Country | Average | Minimum | Maximum | CNY |
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Singapore
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3,958 SGD | 3,200 SGD | 4,300 SGD | + 40% |
Australia
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7,168 AUD | 250 AUD | 9,800 AUD | + 31% |
Canada
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6,457 CAD | 4,500 CAD | 10,205 CAD | + 26% |
Hong Kong
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36,648 HKD | 30,000 HKD | 45,000 HKD | + 27% |
Malaysia
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9,362 MYR | 6,800 MYR | 12,000 MYR | + 45% |
United Kingdom
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3,861 GBP | 3,000 GBP | 5,200 GBP | + 25% |
United Arab Emirates
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16,227 AED | 10,000 AED | 20,000 AED | + 30% |
United States of America
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6,165 USD | 3,800 USD | 8,500 USD | + 24% |
MummyNanny does not charge Mummies any fees! You only pay your deposit through our secure payment system to book your slot with your Nanny, and we release it to her after you confirm her arrival.
Tip: Ask for a Custom Quote
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More Singaporean mothers are now applying for their Malaysian Confinement Nanny's work permit and insurance themselves using their Singpass. Learn how you can confidently handle it yourself too.
Apply Online 4 Weeks Before EDD
Submit the Confinement Nanny's Work Permit application via the MOM website. You will receive an In-Principle Approval (IPA) letter in about a week.
Send IPA to the Nanny
Once approved, share the Employee Copy of the IPA with the nanny so she can prepare accordingly.
Nanny Verifies IPA
The nanny checks the IPA's validity using the official MOM portal.
Get Medical Insurance
Purchase at least S$15,000 medical coverage for her employment period, which typically costs ~S$100 including GST.
Notify Nanny After Birth
Inform the nanny once your baby is born so she can proceed with next steps.
Apply for SG Arrival Card
Nanny submits her Arrival Card via the ICA website or mobile app before entering Singapore.
Submit DE Number
She must send you the 'DE Number' from her Arrival Card for immigration processing.
Issue Work Permit After Arrival
Once she arrives, request the final Work Permit issuance from MOM. Apply for a full term (usually 28+ days).
Pay Monthly Levy
As the employer, you are responsible for paying the foreign worker levy monthly until the Nanny's term ends.
This article guides Mummies and Confinement Nannies on obtaining a Work Permit and arriving in Singapore. The guide also covers Medical Insurance and payment of the Foreign Worker Levy. 1. Apply for your Nanny's Work Permit 4 weeks before your EDD, and you will receive an In-principle Approval Letter (IPA) within a week. Apply on the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) website here. 2. Send the Employee's Copy of the IPA to your Nanny once you receive it from MOM. Here is a sample of the Employee's Copy of the IPA for your reference: 3. Ensure the IPA you received from the Mummy is valid. You can check the validity here. 4. It is advisable to buy Medical Insurance of at least S$15,000 to cover your Nanny during her employment with you. You can contact Ms. Xin or any other health insurance agent. Ms. Xin's Medical Insurance package costs around S$100 (GST included): Schedule of Benefits (per worker) Coverage/ Limits Limit per Disability $15,000.00 Hospital Room & Board (max 60 days)(Singapore Government/ Restructured Hospital) 4-bedded Intensive Care Unit Room & Board (max 10 days) As Charged Hospital Miscellaneous Services As Charged Surgery As Charged Specialist Consultation, Examination and Laboratory Test (Pre-Hospitalization charges) maximum 90 days prior to admission As Charged Post-Hospitalization Treatment maximum 90 days after discharge from Hospital As Charged Free Additional Coverage* 1. Repatriation of body remains benefits (non-work-related death) $3,000.00 2. Accidental Permanent Total Disability benefit (non-work related) $10,000.00 *Only 1 of the free additional benefit is payable. WhatsApp Ms. Xin 5. Inform your Nanny once you give birth. 6. Apply for your SG Arrival Card through the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) before arriving in Singapore. You can apply through ICA's website or the Android and iOS apps. Apply online: Website Android app: Download iOS App: Download 7. Provide the Mummy with the DE Number on your SG Arrival Card. 8. Ask the Mummy to request for your Work Permit to be issued after you arrive. 9. Request for your Nanny's Work Permit from MOM. You may need to apply for more than 28 days to be safe. You also have the option to extend or cancel the Work Permit after application. 10. You are required to pay a Foreign Worker Levy every month until termination of employment. You can find the payment information here. Visit this page on the MOM website for more information about applying for your Confinement Nanny's Work Permit and paying the Foreign Worker Levy. You can contribute to this article by identifying areas that need to be updated. You can do this by leaving a comment below.
