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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]New Host Mom here! We have had our first au pair for almost 5 months now. She is 26, well educated from Mexico, and fairly responsible, however we have had several things that have bothered us over time and I'm not sure whether to rematch or give her more time.

Negatives/Issues:

- She isn't bonding well with my 3.5 yr old (this is the biggest issue***). I know age 3 can be a tough age but she acts like she just doesn't like her.
- She doesn't enjoy being flexible with hours (we do one date night a month but wish we could do this twice a month. She acts like its an inconvenience even though she is home all the time)
- She doesn't like to play outside (my 3.5 yr old LOVES being outside even in the cold weather).
- She is not very proactive with tasks. I usually have to ask her several times to do things but then she does it.
- She wants nothing to do with the kids when she is off. Fair enough but she just gives off a rude vibe.
- She slept in twice and I had to knock on her door bc I was late to meetings.

Positives:
- She is a good driver and has a routine going.
- She is really nice.
- She is good with our 9 month old.
- She is getting better with our 3.5 yr old.

Am I being too picky? I want to be reasonable but I obviously want the best for my kids. I have spoke to our au pair about working on some of these things. (I have also spoken to our LLC). There hasn't been a big improvement but I also feel bad rematching this early. I'm just not sure she's made for being around kids. She's not super lovey dovey but maybe most au pairs are like this?

What would you do?? Help needed!

Thank you!![/quote]

Your kids deserve better. Especially your 3.5yr old.[/quote]

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