cultural exchange

Au pairs and staff from Au Pair in America are proud to have supported the runners at this year’s TCS New York City Marathon!  Each year, au pairs from the…

Sure, the standard American trick-or-treat affair is a classic Halloween staple beloved by all children, but one of the advantages of having an au pair from a different country is…

From vibrant parades and awe-inspiring firework displays to mouthwatering barbecues and heartfelt ceremonies, Fourth of July traditions weave a sense of unity and pride into the fabric of the American…

By now you probably know about how hosting an au pair can bring culture into your home. But how can au pairs impact your greater community? Au pairs come from…

Movies have the power to transport us to another world, which makes them great tools for introducing children to other cultures. As Hollywood gets ready to roll out the red…

Every year, we celebrate Valentine’s Day as a way of showing love and affection toward the amazing people in our lives. But did you know that countries around the world…

On a recent spring afternoon, Au Pair in America’s Honolulu, Hawaii Community Counselor, Barbara Bancel, hosted her annual gathering for local host families. Each year, this event provides an opportunity…

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…

Welcome to the third installment of our #FoodieFriday series! Are you finding yourself cooking more in the time of Coronavirus and social distancing? You aren’t alone! We asked our au pairs to share…

Welcome to the second installment of our #FoodieFriday series! Are you finding yourself cooking more in the time of Coronavirus and social distancing? You aren’t alone! We asked our au pairs to share…