The start of a new year is a quintessential time to think about how you might make long-anticipated changes, tackle “that thing” you’ve been meaning to pursue, set new resolutions,…
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What You Should Know About Community Counselors
by Au Pair in America September 28, 2020The most important thing you should know about Au Pair in America community counselors is that they are there for you. They live nearby and are there to help you…
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Au Pair StoriesHost Family Stories
Israeli Au Pair Celebrates Her Host Family in Nevada
by Au Pair in America August 20, 2020Au pair Roni from Israel reached out to us because she wanted to celebrate 6 months of being with her host family in Nevada. Check out what she had to…
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Becoming Family: Host Mom Reflects on Experience with Au Pair
by Au Pair in America May 28, 2020Host mom Mina in Maryland recently reached out to describe her experience with the Au Pair in America program. Read on to learn more about what it’s been like for…
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Colombian Au Pair in Michigan Celebrates Host Mom
by Au Pair in America May 8, 2020For Mother’s Day, we asked our au pairs to share what they love about their host moms! Colombian au pair Fergie hosted in Michigan had so many beautiful sentiments to…
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Host Family Stories
Au Pair Provides Sense of Calm, Stability for Host Family During Pandemic
by Au Pair in America May 7, 2020An au pair can truly make a huge difference in the lives of a host family, especially during extraordinary times like these. Check out this beautiful reflection from one of…
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Host Family Stories
Au Pair Arriving During COVID-19 Welcomed Creatively by Host Family
by Au Pair in America May 1, 2020It’s not easy being an au pair in the midst of a global pandemic. Quarantining, social isolation and social distancing are not the norm for anyone, but certainly not for…
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Sandee has trained over 10,000 au pairs in her nearly 25 years as an Au Pair in America Orientation Leader. Check out her tried and true favorite activities for preschoolers and…
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Au Pair Stories
10 Mantras to Live By During COVID-19 — from an Au Pair!
by Au Pair in America April 2, 2020Looking for some tips on staying positive during COVID-19? We recently received inspiring advice from an au pair on how to find happiness through these uncertain times. Wanessa, a 24-year-old…
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Talking to Children About Coronavirus (COVID-19): Explaining Social Distancing, Handwashing, and Other Precautions
by Au Pair in America March 26, 2020Children around the world are adjusting to a drastically different lifestyle. With schools around the world closed and playdates, dance classes, and playgrounds closed, children may struggle to understand why…