Ideas for a good life together.

Practical tips, creative activities and experiences for host families and au pairs.

For host families

Easy Bedtime Routine

A simple bedtime routine for small children can help them wind down and prepare for sleep.

Cooking & baking

Easy breakfast muffins

Muffins are easy to make and yummi to eat. You can also „hide“ ingredients in Muffins that kids usually wouldn’t eat. These muffins …

For au pairs

7 ultimate personal hygiene tips for au pairs in Germany

How often you shower, which products you use, or how you manage daily routines may feel completely normal to you, but can be perceiv…

For au pairs

Paper Mache Recipe and Ideas

Paper mâché is one of those activities that feels almost timeless.

General

Easy Summer Craft Ideas for Kids

When summer holidays begin in Germany, something shifts in the rhythm of daily life. Mornings slow down, routines loosen, and sudden…

General

Water Safety Instruction for Au Pairs in Germany

For Au Pairs in Germany, caring for children often includes moments around water, from bath time routines to summer trips to lakes, …

For au pairs

Ultimate Packing List for Germany

Starting your Au Pair journey in Germany is more than just a change of place.

For au pairs

60+ Awesome Activities to Do With Your Kids

Being an Au Pair or hosting one is not just about routines, schedules, and responsibilities. It’s about shared moments, connection, …

General

Crafting with Boys: 6 Creative Ideas That Actually Keep Them Engaged

Girls can often spend hours working with glitter, paper, and detailed projects. Boys, on the other hand, usually want action, moveme…

For host families

5 Tips for Living Together with an Au Pair

Having an au pair in your own household can be a rewarding experience, but it also presents its challenges. Various cultures, expect…

For host families

The Right Bank Account for Au Pairs in Germany

Every au pair coming to Germany needs their own bank account . Important: It must not be a sub-account of the host family but must b…

General

How Au Pairs Can Help Save Electricity in Germany (Without Stress)

Electricity in Germany is among the most expensive in Europe. Many households pay around €250–€350 per month , which makes energy us…

For au pairs

Top 5 games for kids

In Germany, the weather often means spending a lot of time indoors — especially during autumn and winter. For au pairs and host fami…

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Au Pair & Kids Activity: Turn Flowers into a Rainbow

This simple science activity is ideal for kids. Fast to set up, mess-free, and guaranteed to amaze as the flowers change color right…

Cooking & baking

Buckwheat Chocolate Chip Cookies

Looking for a simple baking idea you can do with your host children on a rainy afternoon?

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Lunar New Year: What It Means to Your Au Pair

Imagine this.

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Valentine’s Day in Germany: A Different Shape of Love

Last Valentine’s Day, one of our Au Pairs told us she was standing in the kitchen at 7:15 in the morning, packing school lunches whi…

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Valentine’s Day Craft Ideas for Au Pairs and Host Children

Valentine’s Day can be a simple and meaningful moment to spend creative time with your host children. It does not need to be expensi…

Cooking & baking

How to make your own apple chips

We recently bought apple chips for far too much money.

For au pairs

Mobile Phone Plans for Au Pairs in Germany – What You Should Know

Having a personal mobile phone with a suitable German mobile plan is one of the most important practical topics at the beginning of …

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Can’t Sleep? How to Improve Your Day-Night Rhythm

Struggling to fall asleep or waking up tired even after a full night in bed is often a sign that your day-night rhythm is out of bal…

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Liability Insurance for Au Pairs in Germany

No Au Pair is immune to everyday accidents.

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Christmas Gift Ideas for Your Host Family

Having a Christmas gift for your host family is usually expected, but it does not need to be expensive or complicated. What truly ma…

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Make Your Own Snowflakes: A Cozy Christmas Craft for Au Pairs and Host Family Kids

There is something quietly magical about winter afternoons in December.

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Paper Plate Santa Craft for Au Pairs and Host Family Kids

The paper plate Santa craft is a simple, festive activity that Au Pairs can enjoy with host family children during the Christmas sea…

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Best Christmas Crafts for Au Pairs and Kids: Santa Stones

Hand-painted Santa stones are one of the simplest and most charming Christmas crafts an Au Pair can enjoy with their host children.

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Why Honesty Matters Long Before an Au Pair Lands in Germany

When Sofia filled out her Au Pair application, she imagined the same things most young women do. She pictured quiet German mornings …

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What is Saint Martin’s Day and how Au Pairs can celebrate it in Germany?

Every year on November 11th, towns and villages across Germany light up with colorful paper lanterns, cheerful songs, and smiling ch…

For au pairs

Make Your Own Halloween Hat at Home

If you’re an Au Pair living in Germany or Austria, Halloween is the perfect time to bring a bit of creativity, laughter, and cultura…

For au pairs

Online German Classes For Au Pairs – Overview & Recommendation

Learning German is your key to a smooth, happy, and confident start.