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Meet Au Pair USA’s 2023 Super Au Pair: Fatima!

by Marisa Lonic on February 17, 2024

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When Fatima first arrived in the U.S. in August 2022, she had no idea how much the Au Pair program would test her resilience...

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What Household Chores Can Your Au Pair Do?

by Dina Nichols on February 12, 2024

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This post was originally published in April 2020 and revised in February 2024 by other contributors. As a Local Coordinator and Regional Supervisor for...

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How to Prepare Your Au Pair’s Bedroom

by Joy Lo on February 5, 2024

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This post was originally published in June 2018 and revised in February 2024 by other contributors. There’s a lot to do when getting ready...

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Saying Goodbye: Navigating an Au Pair Departure

by Marisa Lonic on January 16, 2024

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The au pair program allows au pairs to stay in the United States for up to two years on the J-1 Visa. For the...

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Au Pair USA’s Guide to Winter Activities for Kids

by Marisa Lonic on January 8, 2024

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It’s officially winter! You and your au pair may need to be ready with some fun winter activities for kids. Whether your au pair...

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Vacationing With or Without Your Au Pair

by Stephanie Willhide on December 18, 2023

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This post was originally published in May 2018 and revised in December 2023 by other contributors. Families who are new to the au pair program often...

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What to Expect if You Rematch With Your Au Pair

by Marisa Lonic on November 28, 2023

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A rematch with an au pair is when either the host family or au pair (or both) feel it’s best to separate and end the match.

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From Au Pair to Bridesmaid

by Marisa Lonic on November 14, 2023

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When Makenna Larson and her fiancé, Sean, decided to host an au pair in May 2022, they weren’t sure about it. Au pairs were...

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Exploring the Educational Benefits of an Au Pair

by Marisa Lonic on November 6, 2023

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With more and more families sending their children to preschool programs at as early as two years old, it’s evident that building a strong...

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Work-Life Balance Tips for Working Parents

by Marisa Lonic on October 23, 2023

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If you’re a working parent, you know balancing work life and family life is not easy! Between tight deadlines, demanding projects, hectic schedules, finding...