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Au Pairing During COVID-19

by Matt Wallace on June 30, 2020

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A host mom reflects on how COVID-19 changed life with her au pair, and how Au Pair USA has supported her While COVID-19 has affected many cultural exchange programs, many au pairs who arrived prior to social distancing regulations are still nobly supporting their host...

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Returning Home – Who Au Pairs Can Ask For Letters of Recommendation

by Mary Beth Grealey on February 5, 2020

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As you near the end of your au pair program, it’s time to prepare for the next phase of your life. You may be returning to school and/or job hunting. This post will explain who au pairs can ask for letters of recommendation, what to ask...

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Au Pairs: How to Have an Amazing Program Year

by Mary Beth Grealey on January 14, 2020

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As an au pair, you’ve put in a lot of time getting ready for your program year. You’ve had prep work to do before leaving your home country. Once you arrive to your host family, the learning continues. Here are a few tips for a successful program...

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Wrapping Up Your Au Pair Program

by Mary Beth Grealey on January 7, 2020

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As you approach the end of your au pair program, there are several things to consider. The process for wrapping up your au pair program should be as thoughtful as the pre-arrival process. Extensions If you decide to extend for another 6, 9 or 12...

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Celebrating the Holidays in the U.S.

by Mary Beth Grealey on December 2, 2019

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Phew, we made it through Thanksgiving! Most American families celebrate Thanksgiving similarly: lots of food and family and friends, naps, and more food. With December upon us, it’s a good time for au pairs and host families to talk about the upcoming holidays and plan...

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Smoking and Vaping in the U.S. for Au Pairs

by Joy Lo on October 24, 2019

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This blog was originally published in October 2019 and revised in September 2024 by other contributors. While smoking or vaping is technically not against the rules of the Au Pair program, it is frowned upon in American culture. Most host families do not allow smoking...

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An Au Pair’s Advice on Making Friends in the USA

by Joy Lo on June 12, 2019

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Becoming an au pair in the USA will grow your independence. At the same time, creating new friendships is one of the best parts of the program. Au pair Tammy, from South Africa, excelled at forming relationships with fellow au pairs, Americans, and her Local...

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10 Airport Survival Tips to Keep Your Sanity This Summer

by Joy Lo on May 20, 2019

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As an American expat living in Asia, I find myself on flights at least four times per month. Whether it’s a 90-minute hop or a 13-hour long haul across the Pacific, through trial and error I’ve created my travel routine to maintain my sanity throughout...

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Advice on Living Abroad From Au Pair Orientation Manager Amber

by Joy Lo on February 18, 2019

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Meet Amber, InterExchange AuPairUSA’s Orientation Manager! Prior to joining InterExchange, Amber lived in Japan for six years which gave her many amazing stories to tell. We asked Amber to share her experiences with us and also picked her brain about the advice she has for...

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Winter Driving Safety Tips for Au Pairs

by Joy Lo on January 21, 2019

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Looks like it’s going to be a long winter! The snow is coming down heavily across most of the country, and it’s an important time to prepare yourself for driving on snow and ice. Follow these tips to keep yourself safe when the roads are...