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Congratulations to our 2024 Au Pair of the Year finalists!

Congratulations to our 2024 Au Pair of the Year award winner and finalists!

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Each year, the Au Pair of the Year competition allows us to honor outstanding au pairs who significantly im...

Self-care tips for au pairs

Self-care tips for au pairs

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3 ways you’ll make an impact as an au pair

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How being an au pair can change your career

How being an au pair can transform your career

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Why to Take a Gap Year (or Two!)

Why to Take a Gap Year (or Two!)

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My Au Pair Bucket List

My Au Pair Bucket List

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Great Gifts for your Host Family

Great gifts for your host family

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How to Celebrate Thanksgiving

How to Celebrate Thanksgiving

By Mandy Cook

Of all the holidays celebrated in the USA, perhaps none are as special or quintessentially American as Than...

Thanksgiving: My Favorite Holiday

By Malene Møller Madsen

Why I chose my host family

By Tatiana

Which U.S. state or region should you au pair in?

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5 pumpkin-flavored American treats you must experience

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There’s no place like home

By Malene Møller Madsen

10 ways to make friends in the USA

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Why you should become an au pair

By Logan

Coming from South Africa as a 19-year-old girl and standing in Times Square was a core memory for me. My 13...

LGBTQ+ au pairs in the USA share their stories

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Finding a great family as an LBGTQ+ au pair

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5 Ways to Build a Great Relationship With Your Host Mom

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The 5 sister au pairs

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How to BBQ like an American

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6 essential tips for your next American road trip

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Best places to shop in the USA

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It’s no surprise that au pairs often return home with an additional suitcase (or two) at the end of their t...

Small Talk: Language Lessons

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Life after your au pair year

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Anto is IAPA’s 2023 Au Pair of the Year!

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“Introducing our 2023 Host Families of the Year!”

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“Introducing our 2023 Au Pair of the Year!”

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Falling in love as an au pair

Falling in Love as an Au Pair

By Paula Wehe-Nájera