Parents across the United States are struggling more than ever to find child care that works for their families. With child care staff shortages and rising costs due to inflation,…
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Helping the Helpers: How Live-in Child Care Assistance Allows Healthcare Professionals to Get to Work
by Au Pair in America February 24, 2021Clapping nightly for healthcare heroes. Making banners thanking front-line workers. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans have taken time to acknowledge the hard work and sacrifice of our medical professionals. Our…
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Introducing the Host Family Webinar Series
by Au Pair in America September 30, 2020The heart of the Au Pair in America program is cultural exchange, with families and au pairs sharing their customs and cultures in a truly one-of-a-kind, mutually enriching experience. We…
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Cultural Exchange in Paradise: Oahu’s Medical and Military Host Families Rely on Au Pairs
by Au Pair in America July 30, 2020Hawaii is the perfect place to experience a true cultural exchange experience — it has multiculturalism at its core. It’s also a place filled with medical and military families serving…
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5 Benefits of Au Pair Child Care for Military Families
by Au Pair in America July 29, 2020The life of a military family is unpredictable. Military families have unique child care needs and require flexibility and reliability. Au pairs are typically young international visitors who travel to…
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5 Fall Family Activities to Share with Your Au Pair
by Au Pair in America September 20, 2019The official first day of fall is right around the corner! As cooler temperatures begin to sweep much of the U.S., it’s a great time to introduce your au pair…
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Event & Discussion: Child Care Costs & Salary Gains for Parents
by Au Pair in America September 11, 2019Parents: Did you know choosing to pay for child care now can lead to long-term salary gains? Au Pair in America is proud to partner with HAYVN, a flexible coworking…
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How Hosting an Au Pair Simplifies the School-Day Routine
by Au Pair in America August 29, 2019With summer ending, families with school-aged children are preparing for the start of the new school year. For many families, the morning is a stressful time of day, from waking…
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6 Reasons Why an Au Pair is a Great Solution for Child Care in California
by Au Pair in America June 13, 2019With its sunny beaches, mild climate, vibrant cities, and beautiful coastline, California boasts many compelling reasons why it’s a great place to live and raise a family. However, a recent…
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3 Summer Activity Ideas for Children (and Their Au Pairs!)
by Au Pair in America June 7, 2019The summer season has officially begun! If you’re looking for some creative ideas to fill these longer summer days and keep boredom at bay, here are a few summer activity…