The AuPairWorld Blog

A solid agreement between au pair and host family is more than a contract signed on paper. It is the set of rules and boundaries that we are willing to accept in order to make the cohabitation work.

In an excerpt from her new book "Au Pairs with Ease", psychologist and experienced host mother Clarissa Mosley writes about a simple technique that can help host parents connect strongly with their au pairs and motivate them successfully.

Welcoming an au pair into your family can be a rewarding experience, providing much-needed support in daily life. However, the key to a successful au pair stay lies not just in task completion but in the happiness of the au pair. In this article, we’ll explore why your au pair's well-being is crucial and how to create a fulfilling and balanced experience for everyone involved.

What sort of impact will an au pair have on your family? We explain how hosting an au pair can enhance your day-to-day family interactions. 

Brexit and new minimum wage regulations have had a big impact on au pairing in the UK. Here's how families can continue to benefit from the au pairing model for childcare in the new environment.

Balancing family life and a job can sometimes be difficult. An au pair can help with this. But as a host family, how do you integrate the au pair properly? The following 5 tips will help you to give your au pair a better understanding of their tasks.

Host families are experts on au pairing. That's why we always are glad to share their useful tips so that you can have a successful experience with your au pairs.

Welcoming an au pair into your home is like welcoming a new member of the family. It's important to make them feel at home, as they will play an important role in your children's lives. Laura Carrasco explains how to make your au pair feel happy from day one.

Will your au pair be joining you on the next family holiday? 
Here are some things to consider to make the holidays great for everyone.

Have you planned a family holiday and your au pair is not coming with you? Here are some tips on how you can handle this situation and what you should keep in mind. 

Mother and blogger Jennifer Landis describes her family's route to deciding to host an au pair option and how the results have been.

The Viehbrook Farm, based in the peaceful countryside of Northern Germany, is just an hour's drive from Hamburg. Despite its rural charm, this family-run farm has successfully hosted two au pairs with ease.