Homesickness and Au Pairs
Imagine going half way around the world for one year away from your family and friends and everything you’ve ever know. Most of us can’t imagine being in that situation. So, I think it’s important to try and recognize the fact that Au Pairs from Au Paire Care are giving up their lives to start a new life with your family, but it doesn’t mean they won’t miss back home.
Recently our Au Pair’s sisters had babies. She is very close to her family and not being able to see the babies has been a bit difficult. However, one of the gifts Au Paire Care gave her upon her arrival to our family was a webcam. We wanted her to be able to see and talk with her family as much as she wants, at no cost. This has been a great way for her to stay involved in her family life, even though she is thousands of miles away. Keep in mind that au pairs are humans too and though they are with you, they still miss their home and their family.
You should do whatever you can do to keep them happy and not homesick. If they are homesick, they might not pay attention to their tasks or might do it in a wrong manner. It is recommended to let them talk with their family over phone or internet for couple of times in week. Make sure you are aware with the time when they talk with family so that you won’t disturb them or ask them to do some work. Don’t push them for weekends if they want to connect with their family rather than going out with you.
We have encouraged her to go back home and visit to see the babies and enjoy spending time with her family. I believe that once she has the chance to go back home and visit, she will also be reminded of the happy life she has in the US. And come back refreshed! This will also create a stronger bond among us as she will also understand that we care for her and same would be expected from her.
I believe it’s important to remain as supportive as possible because it will only make all of our lives better. If you don’t understand their situations and emotions, things might become difficult for you which no one would like and then you might have to go for au pair rematch from Au Paire Care.
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