What's it like to be an au pair in America? Where do AuPairCare host families live? In this section you can read real stories from au pairs about their au pair adventure, their host families and all the great friends they've made on program.
Au Pair Stories
From Au Pair to Entrepreneur: Marcin from Poland
When Marcin planned his arrival in the United States, he had no idea that he'd finish his au pair year with a major business idea. Now, Marcin is a successful entrepreneur in Poland.
Wednesday, March 7th
AuPairCare's 2018 Ultimate Au Pair Finalists
Every year AuPairCare host families take a moment to recognize the outstanding au pairs that have come into their lives and embraced the spirit of childcare and cultural exchange.
Wednesday, February 28th
Ultimate Au Pair 2018 Finalist: Margo from Ukraine
Her host parents describe Margo as "not simply a caregiver, but someone who has brought out the best in ourselves, someone who taught us to never give up, and to love life".
Wednesday, February 28th
Ultimate Au Pair 2018 Finalist: Jenna from Germany
From baking delicious cookies to teaching her host child German words, Jenna has become a beloved member of her Host Family.
Wednesday, February 28th
Ultimate Au Pair 2018 Finalist: Angie from Colombia
Colombia au pair Angie has tackled all the challenges of being in a foreign country with energy, grace, and love. Her host parent's loved describing the care she gives to their two sons.
Wednesday, February 28th
Ultimate Au Pair 2018 Finalist: Karam from South Korea
Read on how Karam - or "KaTa" to her host children - used her background in special education to help her Host Family.
Wednesday, February 28th
Ultimate Au Pair 2018 Finalist: Thais from Brazil
Her host parents describe Thais as a superstar!It’s no wonder this Brazilian au pair’s host family nominated for au pair of the year.
Wednesday, February 28th
Meet AuPairCare's Ultimate Au Pair Winner 2018 - Wendy from Mexico
Wendy is an au pair from Mexico who has meant the world to her host family. Read how she's helped support her host child Ewan through his medical treatment, and how she was the real "Wendy Darling" for her host family.
Friday, February 2nd
Meet AuPairCare's Ultimate Au Pair Runner Up 2018 - Karol from Colombia
Host mom Meghan describes au pair Karol as "our family's rock through this new adventure. We are so lucky to have her."
Thursday, February 1st
Featured Au Pair: Fernanda from Brazil
Meet Brazilian au pair Fernanda. While living with her host family in Texas, Fernanda has made it her mission to travel across the United States as much as possible.
Thursday, November 2nd