An Asian nursemaid is a type of domestic worker who provides childcare and other household services. The term 'AMAH' is commonly used in Hong Kong, Singapore, and Malaysia to refer to a female domestic worker or maid. In India, the term 'AYAH' is used to refer to a female nursemaid or nanny. In the United Kingdom, the term 'NANA' is used to refer to a female nursemaid or nanny. All three terms are used to refer to a female domestic worker who provides childcare and other household services.