Confinement Nanny Contract Singapore: 12 Clauses To Check

So you've shortlisted a confinement lady, the agency sent over a contract, and now you're staring at three pages of fine print at 11pm while googling "is this normal" between Telegram baby group scrolling sessions. Relatable.

Here's the thing — most new parents are so exhausted (and honestly, just relieved someone agreed to help) that they sign whatever's put in front of them. But a confinement nanny contract in Singapore can vary wildly between agencies, and the clauses you skim past are usually the ones that bite you later. TL;DR: read everything, twice, before your confinement lady even steps through your HDB door.

We break down the 12 clauses people always miss, what they actually mean, and what's considered standard practice here so you don't get jialat surprises in week 3 of confinement.

1. Total Package Price vs What's Actually Included

What it says: a lump sum, e.g. $2,800–$4,500 for 28 days.

What it means: this figure often excludes agency admin fees, GST, or