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Helping your Au Pair be a safe driver
Au Pairs are accustomed to driving in their home country and not necessarily driving in the United States. There are going to be adjustments, which possibly may include driving on a different side of the road, manual vs. automatic transmission, the size of the car, and different driving rules and laws....Continue to Full Article
Posted: 11/30/2011 6:54:37 PM by
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Differences between child care norms across cultures
Cultural values and traditions influence the way in which a person cares for a child. Living in a new country requires time for adjustment for both the Au Pair and the Host Family. This adjustment includes learning how to care for children in a different culture.
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Posted: 9/12/2011 5:16:59 PM by
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Meeting expectations
What will their driving skills be like? Can my Au Pair do laundry? How do I know they want to come for the right reasons? These are all concerns parents have when considering an Au Pair. This is why it is so important to interview your Au Pair well before making a final decision.
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Posted: 8/2/2011 6:05:23 PM by
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Similarities and differences across cultures
When inviting an international guest into your home, the differences between your family and the Au Pair may become obvious, but it’s important to remember that we are all very much alike.Although we each have our own personality, facial features, likes and dislikes and so on, our DNA is nearly 100 percent alike.
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Posted: 7/6/2011 1:06:36 PM by
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