Reducing human carbon footprint has become a major concern for many environmentally conscious individuals. There has been an increased awareness of the necessity to develop green practices as things seem more pressing than ever. Many of us are making conscious efforts and…
It is important to set expectations and daily schedules and to stick to those. But that does not mean that you cannot add more house rules if you think there is a need for this. “Our helper was great when…
There are no standard working hours for helpers – or anyone else – in Hong Kong, but that doesn’t always mean you should let your helper work overnight. Babies may cry during the night and after a week of…
HelperChoice, the online platform that matches employers with domestic workers at no cost to helpers, analysed data from about 3,000 recent job ads posted by its users. The mean salary offered to helpers is HK$4,545, or HK$235 (5.4%) more than…
HelperChoice, the leading online platform helping employers find the right helper, conducted a survey among 1180 domestic workers about their rest days and leave. Giving enough rest to domestic workers is essential so that they can stay healthy and work…
Sleep plays a central role in how babies grow, learn, and adapt, and it affects the wellbeing of the entire household. When nights become unpredictable and exhaustion sets in—especially in families where parents and domestic helpers share caregiving—many begin to…
HelperChoice was invited to speak last Saturday April 21, 2017 to the first edition of the Pediatrics & Parenting Conference organized by AD MediLink at the JW Marriott Hotel in Hong Kong. Laurence Fauchon, Founder of HelperChoice, joined a panel…
Pregnancy doesn’t necessarily mean putting travel plans on hold. Many women continue to travel safely while expecting, whether for a short break, a family visit, or a special trip before the baby arrives. That said, travelling during pregnancy does call…