The best way to save money during the Christmas season is to buy one

present for the host parents. For that, think about something they have in

common. Do both of them enjoy coffee or wine? Do they like to cook or

entertain? You will definitely save money if you buy one gift for both your

host mom and your host dad.

 

Host parents know very well that au pairs do not make a lot of money, so

do not feel obligated to give your host parents a gift; especially if you do not

know what to do give. If you do have a lot of money to space, but would like to

give them something, opt for a homemade, unique gift. These would cost

either very little or nothing.

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Below are a few options for you to consider:

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1. DIY Wood Picture Transfer Ornament

 

2. Clay Handprint Ornament (Option 1 (you can select picture up at store, if

available), Option 2 (pack of 2 from Amazon)).

 

3. Homemade Treats (You can make a cookie, jam, dessert from your home

country)

 

4. Date Night Pass - Make and/or print a Date night Pass and give it to your host family. It will cost you nothing, and they will truly appreciate your giving.

 

5. Personalized Doormat. This one will not arrive before Christmas, but you can print a picture of it and say it that it being personalized for them. This might be a good option if you or your host family will be traveling for the holidays. (Option 1, Option 2, and Option 3

 

6. If your host family likes to cook this Mortar and Pestle set will be a nice gift. Just check the kitchen cabinets to make sure they do not have one already. This set is also 34% off.

 

7. If they are wine lovers or like to entertain, I bet they will love this electric wine opener. It is also 20% off.

 

8. This cold brew maker is the perfect gift for the coffee lover host family. 29% off.

 

9. Magnetic Dry Erase Fridge Calendar. If your host family already use a calendar, this might be a good gift for them. Be careful. You do not want them to think you consider them disorganized.

 

10. Even if they do not lose their keys often (Ops. I do), I find this the Tile key finder to be a useful gift. I also hear of parents putting in their kids backpacks and dog collars.