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We've Hosted 4 Au Pairs. Here's the Honest Truth
We've hosted four au pairs over the years, and in this episode we tell the honest truth about what it's really like to invite one into your home. Our former au pair Judith lived with us for two years, flew back from Spain to surprise our boys, and the reveal went viral with millions of views. She sits down with us to talk through the good, the hard, and the parts nobody warns you about, whether you're a parent thinking about hiring an au pair or a nanny, or a young person wondering if becoming an au pair is right for you.
If you're weighing the au pair program, you'll hear how the matching process actually works, what it costs, the difference between an au pair and a nanny, the horror stories to watch out for, and how to know if it's the right fit for your family. And if you're thinking about becoming an au pair yourself, Judith shares exactly what she was scared of, what surprised her, and the advice that made her take the leap.
This is a real conversation about opening your home, building trust, and how someone who starts as a stranger can become family for life.
If your family loves stories like this, subscribe and come along with us. New episodes help families bring God closer to the center of their homes.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Judith reacts to the viral video
01:04 The au pair who became family
03:32 Judith’s dream to come to America
06:22 Her mom prayed for this family
08:39 Trusting an 18-year-old with three boys
10:41 She was never just hired help
14:20 When Judith first felt at home
24:24 Boundaries and empathy
28:49 The nightly routine that mattered
31:32 What changed when God became central
35:39 Parenting so kids want to come back
37:52 Letting kids be who they are
38:48 The story behind the viral video
40:52 Why the video touched millions
45:33 Advice for taking the leap
47:40 Final thoughts
CONNECT WITH US
Instagram: @ourhouse.faith
Take our free 4-minute family assessment: [link]
Follow Judith: [Judith's IG handle]
As for our house, we will serve the Lord, and we pray you will too.
#aupair #nanny #aupairlife #hostfamily #christianfamily #parenting #faithathome #ourhouse
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By Jason Smylie and Malia SmylieWe've hosted four au pairs over the years, and in this episode we tell the honest truth about what it's really like to invite one into your home. Our former au pair Judith lived with us for two years, flew back from Spain to surprise our boys, and the reveal went viral with millions of views. She sits down with us to talk through the good, the hard, and the parts nobody warns you about, whether you're a parent thinking about hiring an au pair or a nanny, or a young person wondering if becoming an au pair is right for you.
If you're weighing the au pair program, you'll hear how the matching process actually works, what it costs, the difference between an au pair and a nanny, the horror stories to watch out for, and how to know if it's the right fit for your family. And if you're thinking about becoming an au pair yourself, Judith shares exactly what she was scared of, what surprised her, and the advice that made her take the leap.
This is a real conversation about opening your home, building trust, and how someone who starts as a stranger can become family for life.
If your family loves stories like this, subscribe and come along with us. New episodes help families bring God closer to the center of their homes.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Judith reacts to the viral video
01:04 The au pair who became family
03:32 Judith’s dream to come to America
06:22 Her mom prayed for this family
08:39 Trusting an 18-year-old with three boys
10:41 She was never just hired help
14:20 When Judith first felt at home
24:24 Boundaries and empathy
28:49 The nightly routine that mattered
31:32 What changed when God became central
35:39 Parenting so kids want to come back
37:52 Letting kids be who they are
38:48 The story behind the viral video
40:52 Why the video touched millions
45:33 Advice for taking the leap
47:40 Final thoughts
CONNECT WITH US
Instagram: @ourhouse.faith
Take our free 4-minute family assessment: [link]
Follow Judith: [Judith's IG handle]
As for our house, we will serve the Lord, and we pray you will too.
#aupair #nanny #aupairlife #hostfamily #christianfamily #parenting #faithathome #ourhouse