Spilling the Tea About Being a Black Au Pair

Au-what? If you're black you've probably had this conversation with your family. There's a uniqueness, a culture, an exclusive experience we live being black. There is no exception when it comes to au pairing. This meaning your host family always being curious about your ever-changing hair and also hearing the occasional "you're so dark" comment.

What do I do with my hair?

Can I walk around in a bonnet?

How racist are they... really?

If au pairing has ever piqued your curiosity, and you're black, there are some questions that you may have.

I may have the answers. In this video, I try my best to address some questions/concerns around being a black au pair and share some of my own experiences.