I’ve had 4 au pairs. This is what no one tells you
I’m breaking down the pros, cons, and hidden details that you should know
Hiring an au pair completely changed how our family functions, and in this episode, I’m sharing exactly how and why.
If you're a parent craving more flexibility, part of a dual-career household trying to make inconsistent schedules work, or simply wondering how au pairs stack up against traditional nannies, this one’s for you. It's a quick-hit episode from our Toolkit Series, where I open up about our experience with four au pairs (and two nannies) over the years. The good, the not-so-good, and everything I wish I had known before we started.
You'll also hear a never-before-aired moment from my original conversation with Samantha Wu, CMO of Eventbrite and former CMO at Meta, who shares her own take on what it was like bringing an au pair into her home.
If you've ever wondered whether an au pair is right for you, this episode offers the clarity, structure, and gut-check questions you need.
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TLDR, here’s what’s inside this quick-hit episode:
👶 A breakdown of what au pairs can and can’t do legally—so you know exactly what to expect.
💸 An honest cost comparison between an au pair and a full-time nanny.
🏠 A readiness checklist to walk through with your partner to decide if an au pair is right for you.
🧠 Tips for setting your au pair up for success, from onboarding ideas to communication habits that actually work.
Knowing where to start when hiring an au pair can be overwhelming. If you need help crafting interview questions for your potential au pair, you’re going to want to read this.
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