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[quote=Anonymous]I am so impressed that you have been able to squeeze out your work given your day to day!

First, the good.  An au pair should absolutely be able to watch your kids for (at least) 5 hour blocks so you can get work done.  Be upfront about needing weekend hours and you'll find many au pairs who are willing.

But... a nanny could also provide all of this.  I'm not sure your specific situation necessitates an au pair (?).  Most families get an au pair because they need split schedules (a few hours in the AM before school + afterschool) or have schedules that vary by week (you would typically give the au pair her schedule for the week on Sunday, and you can mix it up week to week).  My advice would be to NOT get an au pair because you think it's less expensive than a nanny.  I can give you a breakdown if you want on all of the "extras" we've spent... I think in your situation you might find a young nanny / mothers helpers to be much less expensive.

So yes, an au pair would work for you, but I don't think you "need" to go that route, and if you want to go that route... ready this board so you are prepared for the mental and financial load that comes with an au pair!  Best of luck mama!  You definitely deserve some help! [/quote]

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