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Cultural Misunderstandings Decoded: What Your…

Cultural Misunderstandings Decoded: What Your…

on May 9, 2025
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The Ripple Effect: How Host…

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Setting Boundaries Without Building Walls

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Au Pair USA’s Local Coordinator Spotlight! Ann Carr of Marietta, Georgia

by Marisa Lonic on April 8, 2024
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Just like they say it takes a village to raise a child, it also takes a village to run an au pair program. From...
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Meet Isa, 2023 Super Au Pair Finalist!

by Marisa Lonic on March 1, 2024
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Isa Mik, a 21-year-old au pair from the Netherlands, didn’t know where the au pair experience would bring her, but she did know she...
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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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Au Pairs Pros and Cons
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Au Pair Pros and Cons: Exploring the Ups & Downs

by Marisa Lonic on October 10, 2023
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Choosing a childcare provider is not an easy decision. There are pros and cons with any option, and doing your research as a family...
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The Impact of Host Dads on the Au Pair Experience

by Marisa Lonic on June 13, 2023
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It’s almost Father’s Day and time to honor all the dads in our lives, including host dads at Au Pair USA! Host dads play...
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Why Au Pairs Are So Much More Than Childcare Providers         

by Marisa Lonic on April 21, 2023
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Finding great childcare that meets all your needs can be a challenge. Au pairs are a top choice for families because they offer so...
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Au Pair Spotlight: Monica from South Africa

by Marisa Lonic on April 10, 2023
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Taking care of four kids is no easy job, but Monica, a 20-year-old South African and former daycare teacher was ready for the challenge...
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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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