I am returning to full time work after having a baby. We don’t want or have space for live-in help. The baby is still small and it is such a big marathon to get out the door. Is there a company that provides part-time mother’s help i.e. comes in the morning for a couple of hours to help us get out the door, with the baby (and us), fed and presentable? Many thanks.

I would suggest you hire a part-time maid through an agency that also has experience in babysitting to come in every morning and help you – if you clearly explain what you want the girls will be more than capable. Then after you leave they can tidy up so you come back to a lovely, tidy house.