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Posts by: Marisa Lonic

Marisa Lonic

Marisa is a lover of all things cultural exchange. She and her family have hosted au pairs from Brazil, Germany, Colombia, Spain, and Ecuador. As a mom of four and the founder of Mama Work It, she helps working moms juggle mom life, work life, spouse life, fill in the blank life through her books, courses and coaching programs.

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Meet Au Pair USA’s 2022 Super Au Pair Finalist, Ariane!

by Marisa Lonic on January 4, 2023
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Super Au Pair Finalist Ariane from Brazil wasn’t even sure she’d be able to participate in the program and arrive at her host family’s...
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Meet Lena, Au Pair USA’s 2022 Super Au Pair!

by Marisa Lonic on January 4, 2023
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From the moment you connect with Lena, it’s easy to see why their host family nominated them, and they were ultimately selected as Au...
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What NOT to Say to Your Au Pair!

by Marisa Lonic on November 10, 2022
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At Au Pair USA, we’re constantly working on ways to prepare you for a successful au pair placement. We give you tips on interviewing...
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Five Differences Between Au Pairs and Nannies

by Marisa Lonic on September 26, 2022
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Deciding whether to host an au pair or hire a nanny is a big decision. Many parents think of au pairs and nannies as...
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Why You Need an Au Pair If You’re Working From Home

by Marisa Lonic on September 26, 2022
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Working from home is certainly a more flexible and desirable solution for most working parents. You’re able to gain back hours of commute time...
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South African au pair at a baseball game
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Fun Facts about Hosting a South African Au Pair

by Marisa Lonic on September 26, 2022
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Have you considered hosting an au pair from South Africa before? Au Pair USA has been welcoming au pairs from South Africa for over...
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Willkommen! What you need to know about German Au Pairs.

by Marisa Lonic on July 28, 2022
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Ever thought about hosting an au pair from Germany? Maybe you’ve heard a thing or two about Germans in the past—like they have a...
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This Mother’s Day, Consider the Benefits of Hosting an Au Pair

by Marisa Lonic on May 3, 2022
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As a mom, most days feel like a marathon to get everything done. At the end of the day, just when you think you...
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Host Family Reunion with a Favorite Au Pair

by Marisa Lonic on April 8, 2022
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We were a family of four, soon to be a family of five, in 2019 when we welcomed our German au pair, Doreen. Doreen...
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Hosting an Au Pair During the Holidays

by Marisa Lonic on December 10, 2021
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Ever wonder what it’s like to host an au pair during the Holiday Season? Maybe your family celebrates Hannukah, and your au pair has...
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