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May 20, 2020
LCCs take Front Porch pictures of au pairs and families during COVID-19
The role of a Cultural Care Local Childcare Consultant—or LCC for short—is to support ...
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May 7, 2020
Host mom LauRen Strager: why an au pair works for us
First, an introduction to our guest host mom blogger! LauRen Merola is a trendy mom living ...
May 1, 2020
Inspiring stories of au pairs and host families during COVID-19
COVID-19 has turned the world upside down seemingly overnight. Suddenly, families are stru ...
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 e ...
March 26, 2020
Comforting an Au Pair in Crisis
Tips on how to support your au pair during difficult times
March 25, 2020
Host kids answer: “What is an au pair?”
There are more answers than you think!
March 23, 2020
6 Resources for Jump-Starting Cultural Exchange
Songs, recipes, crafts, and more for your family and au pair
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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 6 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 things about having an au pair is that she can help with chores re ...
September 5, 2012
Setting guidelines for your au pair
House Rules It is very important for host parents to establish their au pair house rules ...
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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 e ...
February 4, 2020
What Happens if I Rematch?
How to move forward when it's not working out.
October 1, 2019
Finding the Right Au Pair
How to choose the perfect au pair for your family
July 24, 2019
How much room does an au pair need?
The Dos and Don'ts of au pair living
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.
September 12, 2018
Pros and Cons of Au Pair Childcare
Is hosting an au pair the right decision for your family?