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How to Create a Host Family Profile That Lands Your Dream Au Pair

by Marisa Lonic on July 24, 2023
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Finding an au pair who will be compatible with your childcare needs, lifestyle, and personality is essential to maximizing your hosting experience.
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Happy kids in the summer
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Summer Routine Incentives for Kids

by Marisa Lonic on July 3, 2023
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Who doesn’t love summer? It’s fun. It’s warm. It’s carefree… well, sort of.  Chances are even if you have time off from work during...
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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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Why an Au Pair May Be the Answer to Planning Your Summer Schedule

by Marisa Lonic on March 3, 2023
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If you’re a parent of a school-aged child, you know planning for summer childcare can feel like a full-time job. It can seem like...
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Why You Should Consider a Colombian Au Pair

by Marisa Lonic on February 20, 2023
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If you’ve seen the movie Encanto (what parent hasn’t), you may know a little bit about Colombian culture. The Madrigals are a great example...
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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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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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A German au pair sits near the U.S. Capitol Building.
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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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