HBN Tips & Advice
With our years of experience we gathered many tips and tools to share with you.
For Au Pairs who are just starting the Program or for those who are thinking of joining the program. Also join our Instagram to stay up to date.
Accommodating Your New Au Pair 101
Accommodating an Au Pair in the Netherlands for the first three months can be a beautiful yet gripping experience, both for your family and for the Au Pair. We hear
New Dates First Aid Course
You might be familiar with our upcoming First Aid Course sessions, organized in collaboration with our partner HET (EHBO TRAININGEN). These sessions, lasting 2.5 hours and conducted in English, cover
How to Keep Your Family Healthy This Winter
As magical as winter can be, it also comes with unwanted illness. Hectic schedules and cold weather make it harder for us to take care of ourselves. Here are some
Hear From an Au Pair: What to Expect in Your First Weeks in the Netherlands
How will I meet people? Will my host kids like me? Dutch people are very direct! Will I understand their English accent? I know you have millions of questions about
Hear From an Au Pair: How to Meet People During your Au Pair Year
One of my main concerns when I was thinking about becoming an au pair was “How would I meet new people?” It turned out to be much easier than I
5 Ways to Overcome Culture Shock and Homesickness in the Netherlands
Moving to a new country is the adventure of a lifetime! But it can also come with some unexpected twists, like culture shock or homesickness. When this happens it’s important
Be an Au Pair in the Netherlands with HBN
There is so much to discover in the Netherlands! A small country but full of art and history. If you are wondering why you should spend your year as an