AuPairCare Stories

Welcome to AuPairCare Stories, the official blog of AuPairCare. Made for parents and au pairs, AuPairCare Stories offers plenty of advice for every phase of the au pair program. You’ll also find out about the many countries our au pairs hail from and the amazing things they do once they are in the country. Looking for some fun activities for your family? You'll find that here as well!

DIY Halloween Costumes for Infants, Toddlers, and School Age Kids!

August 21, 2024

Looking for some fun costume ideas for your little ones this Halloween? We scoured the web and found three great sites that feature DIY costumes for infants, toddlers, and school age children. Parents, kids, and their au pairs can all gather together and make some really creative costumes!

Meet The Sinclair Family

August 20, 2024

Finding the right type of childcare to meet your family's needs can be challenging. Did you know that having an au pair is a feasible and affordable option for families? If you’re not familiar with the word au pair, they are young adults who travel from another country to live with and provide childcare to a host family in the United States as part of a cultural exchange program.

AuPairCare Celebrating Exchange Day

August 16, 2024

Learn how AuPairCare au pairs and staff in Bedford, Texas celebrated the power of cultural exchange with a fabulous Exchange Day event!

20 Things To Do With Your Kids This Summer

July 24, 2024

Summer is a vital time for family bonding and child development, packed with opportunities to explore new activities and create lasting memories. Engaging in diverse things to do with kids this summer not only keeps children entertained but also promotes their physical, emotional, and social growth.

"This Program Influenced My Career" - AuPairCare Alumni Lara's Story

July 15, 2024

Learn more about the inspiring journey by AuPairCare alumni Lara during her time as an au pair and how it led her to discover her new career path.

How To Help Your Children Get the Most Out of the Olympics

June 28, 2024

The Olympics are a global celebration of athletic prowess and international unity, displaying the world's best athletes competing in a wide range of sports. Watching the Olympics with kids presents a unique opportunity for families and their au pairs to bond while learning valuable life lessons.

Celebrating Mother's Day and Cultural Exchange

June 14, 2024

Explore how AuPairCare celebrated Mother's Day by fostering cultural exchange among au pairs and host families. Discover the heartwarming experiences shared by participants and the community bonds strengthened through this special event.

Au Pair Laura and Her Host Kids Creating Cultural Exchange

June 10, 2024

Au pair Laura spent time exchanging her culture with her host kids to create a special project about Brazilian culture for their school's cultural fair.

Enhancing the Au Pair Program with AuPairCare Connect NYC Experience

April 24, 2024

The AuPairCare Connect New York City experience is designed as a warm welcome and an adventurous start for au pairs arriving from overseas. Before au pairs embark on their journey with their host families, they are given a grand introduction to the United States through a 2-day welcome event in none other than New York City—one of the most iconic and vibrant cities in the world.

How Au Pairs Help Military Families

April 10, 2024

Life in a military family is a constant flurry of activity, filled with unique challenges. Active duty commitments, deployment, and regular travel are integral parts of military life. Amidst all these changes and uncertainties, one aspect that requires unwavering stability is childcare. This is where the concept of an au pair for a military family comes into play.