The AuPairWorld Blog

Sweden is a dynamic and beautiful country with a cool, laidback culture and a great mix of wild pristine nature and trendy cosmopolitan cities. It's a corner of Europe that definitely will make for a truly interesting au pair stay.

You are about to embark on your great au pair adventure and are wondering how to make your luggage for your coming au pair stay? No worries, our packing checklist will help you make sure that you do not miss out on anything important in your suitcase.

Chontelle Bonfiglio, an expert on bilingual development and creator of the blog Bilingual Kidspot, explains in this guest post how au pairs can enrich your family experience with a second language.

Here are insider tips from our Dutch partner agency Au Pair International. They will help you get off the beaten track and let you see some special Dutch sights that are often overlooked.

Building blocks for shared happiness – with your kids and your au pair

The multiple roles we occupy as working parents are sometimes kind of crazy. How do you deal with a (too) busy life?

In business management, there's lots of literature about "onboarding" new employees – that is, how to bring them quickly and successfully into a new organisation. Host families and au pairs can also profit from these insights.

Cooking isn’t just about preparing meals, it’s a unique opportunity for families to connect, create lasting memories and build a harmonious household environment. When you invite your au pair into the kitchen, you're opening the door to cultural exchange, teamwork and a lot of fun.