Tips and Advice for Cultural Care Host Families
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Sep 5, 2025
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
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Sep 12, 2025
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!
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Sep 5, 2025
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.
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Oct 23, 2025
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.
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Oct 24, 2025
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
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Oct 24, 2025
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.
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Sep 5, 2025
2021 Au Pair of the Year finalists
Meet our finalists for the prestigious 2021 Au Pair of the Year Award!
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Oct 24, 2025
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.
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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.
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Oct 24, 2025
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.
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Sep 5, 2025
What do you need to be a host family?
Learn the program requirements that qualify you to become a host family, as well as the qualities that make up a perfect host family.
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Oct 3, 2025
Pros and cons of au pair childcare: is it the right fit for your family?
Discover the advantages and challenges of hosting an au pair