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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...

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Using the Buddy System as an Au Pair

by Joy Lo on September 12, 2018

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This blog is brought to you by au pair Simone from South Africa! Simone shared some advice for using the buddy system to make friends during your au pair year. What is the buddy system? InterExchange Au Pair USA knows that the success of a...

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10 Interesting Observations About the U.S.

by Joy Lo on August 23, 2018

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Living in a different country is a crazy experience where you’ll constantly be discovering new things! Au pair Maricel from Spain told us about 10 cultural differences she’s noticed between the USA and her home country. I have been in the United States for one...

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South African Au Pair Jacky Shares Her Advice

by Joy Lo on August 20, 2018

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Being an au pair is the experience of a lifetime and will definitely change you for the better. Au pair Jacky, from South Africa, reflected on her time traveling as an au pair and shared it with us: “Why do we travel, be adventurous, and...

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9 Important Summer Safety Tips for Au Pairs

by Suzanne Miller on May 22, 2016

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With summer around the corner, it’s a good time for au pairs and host families to discuss keeping kids safe during the summer months. Here are a few tips from the Local Coordinators in Atlanta, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Charlotte, Baltimore, and Northern VA. We encourage...