The place to learn more about Au Pair in America in Southern Maryland – Serving St Mary's, Calvert and Charles Counties.
Au Pair in America is the nation's first legal au pair program. Since 1986, we have provided the best child care opportunities to host families across the U.S. and au pairs from around the world.
Play dough is the perfect modeling material for children. Their small hands can pat, poke, pinch, roll and knead it into many shapes. Keep it in an airtight container to use another day, or let it air dry into favorite shapes. Measure 2 cups of flour, one cup of salt and 4 teaspoons of cream Read More
Valentine’s Day (February 14) is a time of love, friendship, giving, and caring. Americans use Valentine’s Day as an opportunity to tell friends and family how much they care. Children usually exchange cards at school. Are you looking for Valentine’s Day activity, recipe and craft ideas? Look no further… Au Pair in America has Read More
Just because a child is old enough to occupy themselves, doesn’t mean that they should be expected to do so the majority of the time. Host families have a certain expectation of activity and involvement for their children. Get the kids engaged and active. You can be more fun than the TV or a video Read More
Lunar New Year is is the most important holiday in China. Tied to the Chinese lunar calendar, the holiday began as a time for feasting and honoring ancestors as well as deities. Lunar New Year celebrations begin on January 22. The year 2023 is slated to be the year of the rabbit. People born in Read More
Almost everyone experiences homesickness and culture shock to some degree, when they come to live in a completely new environment. So much is different and it takes time to adjust. It is normal to miss your own family, at home. Try to remember that they support you and want you to make the most of Read More
At Thanksgiving, we pause and express gratitude to others. This year we want to thank all of our au pairs and host families for the care and support they give each other every day. We also thank each au pair for sharing with us & our families about their culture, for demonstrating their bravery for Read More
TRICK OR TREAT TOGETHER – Children should trick or treat in groups and younger children should have adult supervision. DRESS UP SAFELY – Avoid masks that block children’s vision and make sure costumes don’t pose a tripping hazard. Avoid sharp or heavy props that could cause injury. BE VISIBLE – Children should be Read More
Many au pairs and host families are looking for places to get flu shots this time of year. Au Pair insurance does not cover immunizations, but there are lots of places to get flu shots for about $35, but there are free clinics through the health departments as well. If the host family is Read More
My First American Birthday The autumnal months officially started for me. It was the week of the 1st of October, my birthday, which usually symbolizes the beginning of fall for me. But this year everything was different since I celebrated my birthday in the US. Looking at the weather, it didn’t seem to be Read More
UNITED KINGDOM Western Europe Capitals: England – London; Scotland – Edinburgh; Wales – Cardiff; Northern Ireland – Belfast Languages: English Predominant Religion(s): Christianity (Church of England, Roman Catholic) – most other religions are represented COMMON CHARACTERISTICS: British people often describe themselves as reserved, but in fact they are quite funny and have Read More
