Mother’s Helper Pay - How Much?

My husband and I are first time parents and a friend’s daughter is willing to be my ‘mother’s helper’ a couple of afternoons a week. 

I’m wondering how much to pay her hourly? Any recommendations?

thx! 

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Depends on the age of the child who they are taking care of, and to some extent their age. Just a bit under minimum wage is a good rule of thumb but this can vary.