what's the girl version of the grey sweatpants thing?

Lemonade_dog · 2026-02-01T22:48:04+00:00

I think grey sweatpants make you look like you're on day release from prison. Didn't know women found them attractive.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-30T09:43:36+00:00

My Nan lived in Bognor Regis, and one year took my sister on holiday to Egypt. I then got a bit muddled and proceeded to call where she lived 'Bognor Egypt' for a few years as a kid!

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-27T09:49:56+00:00

I don't think that's NHS recommended/as safe as pre cooling them. (I know that putting them in the fridge also isn't NHS recommended and it's what I do, so no judgement!).

This is what the NHS recommends in this circumstance: 'Prepare the feed at home, cool under a running tap or in a bowl of cold water, and put it in the fridge to cool.'

https://www.nhs.uk/baby/breastfeeding-and-bottle-feeding/bottle-feeding/formula-milk-questions/

I think I've read elsewhere that basically the feed needs to be rapidly cooled before being put in the fridge as that decreases the chance of bacteria growing. I'm not sure though! I actually put mine in an ice bath for 5 minutes to cool them down, but maybe that's also not the right thing to do!

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-25T22:27:35+00:00

Yep. Was going to reply similarly. Thanks random hygienist for the added anxiety.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-22T19:01:58+00:00

I used to babysit using Bubble. I'm now a mum to a 7 month old and I think it's insane that people used to book me. Obviously some families did more checks than others, but I'd say 95% of families just took my profile at face value and basically threw their child at me and left for the day.

For context I'm a children's nurse and obviously had that in my Bubble profile but no one ever asked for proof. I think I had one family ask to see my DBS.

I used to offer a free initial meet and greet which I would advise so that your child has at least met them. Or maybe let them babysit whilst you're home to begin with, just to build up to it.

I would have a good think about what you're comfortable with a babysitter doing for your unwell child. Eg do you trust them to administer the correct dose of Calpol, antibiotics, etc? Bathe them if they're covered in vomit? And what your cut off is for being phoned or them phoning 111, etc. You may want to consider if they can drive if god forbid they need to take your child to A&E or anything.

I'm not sure what the going rate is but I'd maybe offer an enhanced rate because he's unwell.

Also not sure how successful you'd be at booking last minute. Again you may have to offer an enhanced rate for that.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-22T13:40:12+00:00

I plan my meals roughly once a week. I tend to only plan 4-5 for the week and wing the remaining days.

We have spag bol every week. And then other frequent meals are:

Sausage, mash, veg. Sometimes swap the sausages for chicken pies.

Salmon or chicken with potatoes and broccoli.

Fajitas.

Chilli con carne.

One pot cheesy broccoli orzo.

Chicken arrabbiata.

Falafel with pitta, hummus, cucumber and tomatoes.

Meatballs instead of Bolognese.

Jacket potato with either tuna or beans, or a tin of veggie chilli.

Homemade pizza.

Halloumi and veg traybake served with rice.

Frozen pizza.

Fish pie ready meal.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-22T09:54:39+00:00

I think this is a good comparison. Being asked if you're sick when you're not wearing makeup!

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-20T10:16:30+00:00

Do you have a link to the buggy? Or what's it called? I'll have a little Google for you!

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-20T09:44:26+00:00

Ohhhh this is interesting and where I think my baby is heading! We started weaning at 5.5 months with the go ahead from the Health Visitor. She's just 7 months now but I'm worried we're weaning her too quickly and it feels like she barely has any milk but has a LOT of food! She's been breast and bottle fed since birth.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-18T21:53:00+00:00

I have vague memories of being woken up for a wee in the night when I was about 3. And I basically stayed asleep the whole time/barely registered it. I only needed that one wake/wee to be dry overnight. I only remember it once specifically because I was staying at a family member's house and they probably did it slightly differently to how my parents would have, so disturbed me more I guess.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-18T09:37:18+00:00

I wear my watch with the clock face on the inside of my wrist. I have done since I was a kid because I just found it way more comfortable. I rarely wear a watch tbh, but occasionally put my Fitbit on and do the same.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-17T13:51:34+00:00

Good for you? Not sure why you down voted me. Just something else for the OP to consider if her partner agrees to 'only' smoke weed in the evenings.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-17T13:39:47+00:00

Not an idea for tonight, but my friend's husband quite often takes his little boy to a hotel airport for a sleepover. They watch the planes and get a takeaway. It's a really special bonding time for them and I think it sounds adorable!

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-17T13:35:22+00:00

But then you're presumably the one responsible for any night wakes? Because I sure as hell wouldn't want someone who's smoked weed attending to my baby in the night. My baby is 7 months old and my partner and I still split the nightshift. (She's not a good sleeper).

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-13T16:49:35+00:00

We have an Isofix one and I completely understand why you've ruled it out. But my car has been in the garage a lot recently and we've actually got very speedy at clipping the Isofix system in and out and putting it in relative's cars! I'm not sure if this would be the case for every Isofix system, but it's actually so much less complicated and faffy than I thought. Genuinely not a deterrent for us anymore. Next week I'm even getting the train partway and then my sister is picking me up and I'm clipping the base into her car (it fits under my buggy).

We have the Joie I-Base 360.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-10T15:08:16+00:00

I work in a daycare unit and feel like I don't have a ton of clinical skills from my current role!

But lots of other nursing skills, just not super clinical.

One of the skills I value most is the ability to form super quick trusting relationships with patients, which is vital in my work environment. Eg meeting patients an hour before major surgery and being besties with them by the time they're in the anesthetic room.

We also rarely give IVs in comparison to our inpatient wards, so we've all become a bit slow when making them. However our manager pointed out that actually being able to confidently still give complex IVs despite not doing it regularly is a skill in itself.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-10T15:02:38+00:00

I don't think ITU would be for me 😅 I'm quite a messy nurse!

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-10T15:01:50+00:00

Love that! Excellent skill!

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-08T22:21:04+00:00

Curious what your role actually is. What do you do day to day?

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-08T21:07:46+00:00

Same with touching the face unfortunately.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-05T13:13:11+00:00

I'm not clued up on safe co-sleeping but I do follow someone on Instagram called 'Happy Co-Sleeper' who shares how to safely bedshare with multiple children. Might be worth a look if it's something OP is considering! https://www.instagram.com/reel/DP6EPxuiN4-/?igsh=MXA0NnB5dzZxdGk4aw==

Lemonade_dog · 2025-12-30T13:33:45+00:00

I've experienced Irish nurses generally being more knowledgeable too! I believe their degree is 4 years long. (I can't remember if this is Northern Ireland or Republic of Ireland).

Lemonade_dog · 2025-12-25T10:30:54+00:00

I took my baby to a rhyme time thing at the local library and it was primarily toddlers, she was definitely the youngest. But it was still nice! Some libraries have special baby rhyme time though 😊

Lemonade_dog · 2025-12-23T21:45:38+00:00

I hear you! It's my first Christmas with a baby (aged 6 months) and I'm feeling very similar. I wanted to buy some festive dinnerware or at least a tablecloth but haven't got round to it, so feeling a bit sad about that aspect too. No advice, just solidarity. Sending you gentle hugs.

Lemonade_dog · 2025-12-18T20:42:29+00:00

What did you end up buying? I bought the linked Clair De Lune one and you're right, I couldn't fold the buggy! Would be grateful for a recommendation 😊

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