Tips and Advice for Cultural Care Host Families

2022 Host Family of the Year Finalists
Sep 5, 2025

2022 Host Family of the Year Finalists

Meet the finalists for our Host Family of the Year! These families have opened their hearts and homes to au pairs from around the world, creating unforgettable bonds and lifelong memories

2022 Au Pair of the Year finalists
Oct 24, 2025

2022 Au Pair of the Year finalists

Meet our finalists for the prestigious Au Pair of the Year Award in 2022!

Introducing our 2023 Host Families of the Year!
Feb 19, 2026

Introducing our 2023 Host Families of the Year!

Meet the Gerrity family in Maryland and the Jaz family in New York who both won Cultural Care's 2023 Host Family of the Year award

What makes a host dad great? Our au pairs share what they appreciate most
Feb 19, 2026

What makes a host dad great? Our au pairs share what they appreciate most

From bad jokes to surprise birthday cakes, host dads across the U.S. are making au pairs feel right at home. Discover why they’re being celebrated!

5 ways an au pair can care for teenagers
Feb 23, 2026

5 ways an au pair can care for teenagers

“With an au pair in your home, it’s just an extension of your family—they become the big sister, or the big brother,” says Julie.

Welcoming Your New Au Pair: 5 Tips from Host Families
Feb 23, 2026

Welcoming Your New Au Pair: 5 Tips from Host Families

Make your au pair's arrival special with proven tips from experienced host families. Learn how to prepare kids, create welcoming spaces, and more.

House rules for au pairs: build trust for life | Cultural Care
Feb 19, 2026

House rules for au pairs: build trust for life | Cultural Care

Set clear, respectful house rules for your au pair. Learn what to include, what to avoid, and how to create a positive living arrangement

Host Family of the Year shares top 5 tips
Feb 23, 2026

Host Family of the Year shares top 5 tips

The Leeuw family shares their top tips for building a strong relationship with their au pairs after having hosted nine over the years.

2021 Au Pair of the Year finalists
Sep 5, 2025

2021 Au Pair of the Year finalists

Meet our finalists for the prestigious 2021 Au Pair of the Year Award!

Common Au Pair Concerns: What Host Families Really Say
Feb 18, 2026

Common Au Pair Concerns: What Host Families Really Say

From privacy worries to house rules, discover how host families addressed their biggest au pair concerns. Real poll results and honest family insights.

What to look for in an au pair
Oct 24, 2025

What to look for in an au pair

When it comes to choosing an au pair, it's important to consider their personality just as much if not more so than their childcare experience.

Real Host Family Story: Radio Host Mom Shares Au Pair Life
Feb 18, 2026

Real Host Family Story: Radio Host Mom Shares Au Pair Life

Radio host and mom LauRen Merola shares her honest au pair experience. Learn about costs, benefits, and what it's really like to host an au pair.