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November 5, 2021
Cultural Care Au Pair at the New York City Marathon
Our volunteers and runners are out on the course!
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June 8, 2021
4 ways to be inclusive when interviewing au pairs
An inclusive matching process is one where au pairs and host families feel safe, respected...
May 24, 2021
3 things I wish I had known before becoming a host mom
by host mom Aimee Meier
May 14, 2021
Why host a male au pair?
Meet 7 host families who love their "bro pairs"
February 12, 2021
Host Family of the Year shares top 5 tips
Sonia, au pair from Germany, joined her host family in July of 2020. She felt a connection...
February 12, 2021
Au Pair of the Year award winner: Karen from Argentina
The Van Wieran family of Chicago welcomed their first au pair, Karen from Arge...
January 19, 2021
2021 Host Family of the Year finalists
Far from home and facing unforeseen challenges due to COVID-19, au pairs relied on the sup...
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August 1, 2016
Au pair interview questions
Choose the best au pair candidate for your family with these interview tips
August 14, 2017
50 best questions to ask when interviewing your au pair or nanny
Check out our interview guide to help with your childcare search
March 12, 2017
Top 5 concerns about live-in nannies and au pairs
Learn how host families overcame these concerns
February 5, 2018
7 tips for creating a great host family profile
Learn what au pairs look for in a host family profile
May 16, 2013
What can au pairs do—can they help with chores?
One of the really great advantages about having an au pair is that they can help with chor...
September 5, 2012
Setting guidelines for your au pair
Before your au pair arrives, you'll want to establish house rules for them to follow with ...
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January 19, 2021
2021 Au Pair of the Year finalists
Congratulations to our inspiring finalists!
April 16, 2020
Before your au pair arrives: tips for staying connected
Congratulations—you found an au pair you’re excited to welcome into your home who is equal...
February 4, 2020
What happens if I rematch?
How to move forward when it's not working out
October 1, 2019
How to find the right au pair
Our top 4 tips for success
July 24, 2019
How much room does an au pair need?
Some do's and don'ts for an au pair's space
October 19, 2018
What can an au pair do?
The ins and outs of an au pair’s responsibilities.
September 25, 2018
11 questions to ask yourself before choosing childcare
Make an informed childcare decision for your family.