child care

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,…

One of the most common struggles families face is child care costs. Many families are surprised to discover that they can reduce their child care costs by hosting an au pair – plus, they receive…

So, you’re thinking of hosting an au pair — great! But how do you choose the right au pair agency for your family? What should you look for? What questions should you ask? These…

Please note: As of August 2024, Verywell Family is now Parents.com. Verywell Family, a modern resource for pregnancy and parenting – and a partner of the Cleveland Clinic – has named…

The 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…

When you host an au pair, language learning can be fun and interactive! In honor of Valentine’s Day, we asked our au pairs across the United States to record a…

The 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…

Two staples of the Au Pair in America program since its founding in 1986 have been trusted, cultural child care – and Jody Landon. For 33 years, Jody has been…

With 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…

The 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…