Benefit of welcoming an Au Pair
For every working parent, finding the right childcare is primordial when you must finally take the decision to return to work
For me, I must admit it was a challenge. I have tried to put my girls through nursery, childminders but I soon realised that managing a career in the financial City of London while also travelling for work was not the right solution and that I needed some extra help.
Getting an Au Pair was probably the best decision that I made for my family as I found some relief in knowing that whether I was late from work or in an emergency, the girls had someone to looked after them before and after school. Trusting someone to look after your number one priority, your family is not easy but let’s say that it is also true for any external childcare providers. Getting to know my au pairs while they were living in my home gave me the extra confidence that I often made the right choice.
Having an au pair is a win-win childcare solution! Here is why:
- Share your daily childcare tasks to allow more fun and quality time with your children
- The Au Pair will enrich the lives of your children like an older brother or a sister
- No need to pay for extra languages course. Your children will learn it as a native at home
- Open new horizon for your family and enjoy discovering another culture
- No need to rush before or after work, another family member gives you more flexibility in your daily routine
- Find some “me” time for you and your partner
- Read our article on learn more on the invisible mental load held by women
Explore this childcare option and become a host family. You can also find out more on our family membership options
