Starting as an au pair? Learn how to navigate your first week with confidence, communication tips, and practical advice from EU Pairing.

Learn how to prepare for your au pair’s arrival with practical tips for European host families, from home setup to expectations.

Discover the best time to recruit an au pair in Europe, with seasonal tips to help host families find the perfect match.

Help your au pair overcome homesickness with support, connection, and comfort to ensure a happy, successful placement in Europe

Learn how au pairs can stay legal in Europe by following visa rules, working hours, contracts, insurance, and local laws

Feeling overworked or taken advantage of as an au pair? Learn how to address issues, know your rights, and get support safely

Essential legal obligations for hosting an au pair in Europe: contracts, working hours, pocket money, accommodation, and insurance

Discover how au pairs in Europe can make friends, connect with locals, and build a social circle while on placement

Reasonable cleaning expectations for au pairs: light chores, childcare-related tidying, and tips for clear communication

Discover Europe’s hidden gem cities for au pairs-affordable living, cultural immersion, and unforgettable experiences beyond Paris, Berlin