cultural exchange

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 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,…

The 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…

The 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…

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…

For many families, hosting an au pair can be a life-changing child care assistance option. Host mom Danielle in Maryland recently shared this account of how the au pair program has…

Do you have an adventurous child dreaming of seeing the world? Explore theme parks, aquariums, and museums around the world with these amazing virtual field trips for children! Top 12…

At Au Pair in America, our au pairs come from nearly 60 countries around the world. Many au pairs utilize songs to share their culture with host families. Singing children’s…