Although I am at the beginning of my formal journey as an au pair, I come with a rich foundation of childcare experience gained through caring for children within my extended family and community. I’ve looked after infants, toddlers, and school-aged children, often being the one called upon to help when parents were busy or away.

My responsibilities have included:

Feeding babies and toddlers

Changing diapers and assisting with hygiene

Creating a bedtime routine with storytelling and songs

Helping with school homework and reading sessions

Planning creative activities like drawing, singing, and simple crafts

Taking children on walks, playing outdoor games, and riding bicycles

Most of all, I’ve learned how to be patient, playful, and attentive—meeting children at their level, listening to them, and making them feel safe and heard. These real life experiences have taught me how to handle daily challenges with empathy and calmness, which I believe are key qualities for any au pair.

Becoming an au pair abroad is a unique opportunity to step into a new culture with open eyes and an open heart. I am drawn to this path because it offers a rare blend of cultural learning, language improvement, and meaningful human connection — all through the heart of a family!

Living abroad means more than travel to me. It means forming real relationships, adapting to a new rhythm of life, and growing in ways that textbooks or classrooms can never teach. Having already lived briefly in the UK, I discovered how much I enjoy adjusting to a new environment. I never felt homesick — instead, I felt curious, motivated, and inspired.
As an au pair abroad, I will not only assist a family, but also become part of something bigger: a beautiful cultural exchange rooted in trust and mutual respect.