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February 18, 2022
Meet our 2022 Host Family of the Year!
The Host Family of the Year contest provides an opportunity to recognize and celebrate our ...
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February 18, 2022
Meet our 2022 Au Pair of the Year!
The Au Pair of the Year contest provides an opportunity to recognize and celebrate our ama ...
January 28, 2022
2022 Au Pair of the Year finalists
We want to take a moment to thank everyone who submitted a nomination for Au Pair of the Y ...
January 28, 2022
2022 Host Family of the Year Finalists
We want to take a moment to thank everyone who submitted a nomination for Host Family of t ...
January 4, 2022
Interview with host mom Kacy
Why we chose an au pair over a babysitter or nanny
November 5, 2021
Cultural Care Au Pair at the New York City Marathon
Our volunteers and runners are out on the course!
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 ...
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March 12, 2017
Top 5 concerns about live-in nannies and au pairs
Learn how host families overcame these concerns
March 6, 2012
Top 5 differences between an au pair and a nanny
Although many people use the terms interchangeably, au pairs and nannies are not the same. ...
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 ...
May 15, 2013
Comparing au pair agencies: understanding au pair agency costs
This is the first article in our three-part series comparing au pair agencies. Not all au ...
February 28, 2013
How is an au pair different from a live in nanny?
Many people use the terms au pair and nanny interchangeably. But the fact is, an au pair i ...
February 21, 2014
The truth about nanny shares
Trying to find affordable childcare these days is a big challenge for many families. One o ...
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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 e ...
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.