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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]As someone who came to this country as an immigrant myself, I would not be so cavalier and break the rules.  I wouldn't put our au pair in the position where she felt that she had to break these rules either. [/quote]

We are upfront about it before matching, we ask how it's going and if she's feeling comfortable with it (as we do about ALL ASPECTS of life and work--we are very sensitive to how brave it is for a young person to try life in another country and language) and all have been not only OK with the situation but enthusiastic. We match with people who are teachers in training and they understand that kids need play. Also what is it that you're imagining is going to happen to au pairs because their host families have a kid over to play? This scenario is so ludicrous I'm scratching my head. Do you think ICE is monitoring the place in our backyard? Seriously, let's find something real to worry about. [/quote]

You obviously have never had a family member questioned for "fitting the profile" and for simply being in the wrong place at the wrong time.  Go reflect on your privilege a bit.[/quote]

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