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Reply to "I don't get au pairs... it seems crazy"
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[quote=Anonymous]In our experience, our au pairs are much more productive and engaging than nannies. We have had our fair share of both APs and nannies. Our au pairs are young (we usually get 24-26 year olds), energetic and engage our kids. We get a driving instructor when they first come to teach them about American driving and to give me a report on their driving ability. Only then are they allowed to drive the kids. This is much more due diligence than we would ever do with a nanny frankly. We like having an au pair because they can help us for an hour in the morning and then resume childcare after school until dinner time. But there is also the flexibility of working during the day if a child is sick or there is a snow day. This is hugely helpful. And because they live with us, we know them so well, and they know our children so well, that it just works more smoothly. That being said, I know many families who are just very private people and wouldn't like someone living in their house. We are not like that. We have an open door, with lots of kids and people visiting all the time, so we are used to a busy house! [/quote]
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