Yaya (Nanny) From Hell

For parents who are willing to entrust the care of their child particularly to non-family members, beware of the so-called yaya’s (nanny’s) from hell! Take every precaution that the stranger you are trying to employ to your house has sufficient documents (NBI, birth certificate, etc.) to support her identity including her mental stability.



But if you still must, always have someone (an in-law or a sister) to oversee the activity in your house whenever you’re away. And if possible, teach your child when and how to dial emergency numbers. Remember, a yaya’s intention to care for your child is only driven by money and not by blood relativity.

I cannot wish that the child did not suffer any bruises or broken bones for the events had already transpired. My only hope is that this does not happen to anyone… anymore, not here nor anywhere else.