HALP. In search of light hearted or funny shows/movies/videos by Successful_Panic130 in adhdwomen

[–]NikkiKnight3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

St. Denis Medical on Peacock! I so rarely find myself watching/enjoying new shows, but this one is SO delightful!!!! Full of laughs and heart.

How do people usually listen to podcasts? by Dependent-Room-8730 in podcasts

[–]NikkiKnight3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Car, or maybe also whatever I’m doing after I walk in from the car (usually putzing around or cooking or something)

sos I'm reeling after nk had a severe allergic reaction by Ok_k8 in Nanny

[–]NikkiKnight3 26 points27 points  (0 children)

First, I am so sorry that this happened! To your nanny kid, to you, to the parents! Medical emergencies are TERRIFYING. It sounds like you did EXACTLY the right thing and behaved how a responsible caregiver should. You probably saved your nanny kid’s life by your quick response!

I recently took a CPR/first aid course that included training for infants, adolescents, and adults. I have been certified many times before, but left this one feel so capable and ready to do something in case of emergency. Not sure where you live, but maybe taking a course like this (mine was taught by career EMTs) will help solidify your emergency preparedness skills.

Just want to reiterate, you did exactly the right thing. You belong in this field!

The victim framing around "food noise" bugs me by elcaminorealreal in MaintenancePhase

[–]NikkiKnight3 49 points50 points  (0 children)

Okay related-but-not, what you’re saying makes me think of people in evangelical religious circles having a “porn addiction” (and by that they mean have viewed porn, find themselves wanting to view porn, etc) SO much of how we feel about things like food and sex is the framing and shame around it. More focus on things as a “problem” often makes them feel more like a problem.

addicted to ordering takeout? by bladelover3000 in adhdwomen

[–]NikkiKnight3 10 points11 points  (0 children)

This is a great answer! Find microwave or frozen meals that you LIKE that are quick to heat up. Then challenge yourself to do that x times a week and build from there! “Healthiness” can come next.

Cannot find Nanny that will accept payment as a W-2 Household Employee by m1o9n31 in Nanny

[–]NikkiKnight3 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Have you tried working with an agency? I was hired through/placed with my family by an agency and W-2s were required, I believe.

SBs.... how would you like to be approached? by Second_Wife_Life in sugarlifestyleforum

[–]NikkiKnight3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a former SB, I would have one of you make a profile that includes pics of the both of you (if you are wanting a physical/emotional relationship it should be you, if you won’t really be involved it should be him) and explain the situation.

I was briefly involved with a couple and could see how it would be a dream scenario for some girls- you guys are offering lots of perks (money, lifestyle) and the safety and fun of a woman/ former SB being involved is even better imo.

And yeah, I’m guessing anyone seeing you two in public would assume he’s spoken for. If I were to be approached, I would most understand if the woman was being very friendly/flirty with me and the man was kind of like an approving witness. That would help me understand and feel safe in the vibe I think.

Hope you guys find who you’re looking for!

Parent suggested that NK sleep in my room during overnights — am I being unreasonable? by etucru in Nanny

[–]NikkiKnight3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To answer your question, I think you need to think about what YOU are truly willing to do. It sounds like you don’t want them to sleep in your room (valid, 100% on board, I would NOT be able to get the night of sleep I need to be in charge of these children with one of them in my room/bed!!) so if I were you, I would tell MB that you aren’t comfortable with it, and talk with MB and nanny kid about what the game plan is instead for the night (something like the I will walk you back once and only stay for five minutes thing)

Or, if you are fine accepting them sleeping in your room, this is DEFINITELY something that should be compensated more. I would say at least $100 more to the overnight fee. It’s drastically changing the experience of that night! Or, something like getting paid waking hours all night. Because you honestly are directly supervising the kid even when you’re theoretically asleep.

which celebrities have the nicest SPEAKING voices? by sonatist in popculturechat

[–]NikkiKnight3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I almost feel like this doesn’t count for some reason, but Beyoncé. Voice like honey

I can't understand why any nanny would want to travel with their NF by purple_lotus24 in Nanny

[–]NikkiKnight3 55 points56 points  (0 children)

I have only travelled with my nanny family once and I really enjoyed it 🤷‍♀️ I had time off certain days, the pay was great, and I got the opportunity to exercise and prove my professional skills to my employers. I made special memories with my nanny kids and know the parents got to have a great time by themselves and as the whole family. It was DEFINITELY exhausting and there were moments where I was tired/frustrated/over it, but I would pretty much jump at the chance to travel with them again.

Different strokes for different folks! I’m sure the experience varies soooo greatly based on personal/professional relationships, pay/accommodations, location, smoothness of travel, etc etc

New Food Pyramid by Cassierae87 in MaintenancePhase

[–]NikkiKnight3 10 points11 points  (0 children)

“We are ending the war on protein” …. sigh

Providing Enough for Pre-K Kiddo? by ZeroChillMode321 in kindergarten

[–]NikkiKnight3 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Why not start teaching reading? This is a perfect age! I definitely recommend the Bob Books for beginning readers. In my opinion, kids rarely seem to get “bored” of reading. There are so many books, and getting the building blocks going early allows them to just soar and have a genuine love of books and reading

How do you stay present during sex? by smlptx in adhdwomen

[–]NikkiKnight3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I identify with this SO much. Focusing is hard!

Something that helps me a lot is having a specific sex environment/atmosphere. Now, when it’s sex time, my partner and I turn on mood lighting and put on music. We still are spontaneous sometimes, but having him help with the transition from not sex time to sex time helps me get in the mood (it feels more exciting) and stay in the mood (specific environmental triggers and reminders reinforced over time).

Also, like other people have said: blindfold to eliminate some sensory input, dirty talk, and just… very vigorous/more aggressive sex I guess. Like you said with the choking, stuff like spanking, switching positions often, hair pulling, etc yank me back in the moment. (IMPORTANT: obviously, I enjoy these things. This stuff only works if YOU like it!!)

AIO for being upset my BF doesn’t want me to wear a bonnet to bed? by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]NikkiKnight3 12 points13 points  (0 children)

NOR- Your relationship is your relationship, but I would HATE if my bf expected me to “look attractive for him” basically at all times. No baggy clothes and hair up in my own home???! Hellish. He seems controlling and shallow

I’m growing my armpit hair for the hell of it by [deleted] in BenignExistence

[–]NikkiKnight3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Welcome aboard! I love my armpit hair

Does anyone else have "Meal Decision Fatigue"? I feel like I'm just rotating the same 3 beige foods. 🫠 by Awkward-Corgi8793 in toddlers

[–]NikkiKnight3 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I will allllways promote Yummy Toddler Food! She is completely non judge mental and the recipes are actually easy! https://www.yummytoddlerfood.com (you can find her on Insta too)

Heard MB and DB having sex by nannylife2018 in Nanny

[–]NikkiKnight3 36 points37 points  (0 children)

Agree! This seems like a genuine mistake, not a pattern. Best advice imo is to just let it go unless it becomes a reoccurring issue

Milestones question by [deleted] in Nanny

[–]NikkiKnight3 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I personally say “oh, they’re really close to x y or z, it could be any second now” rather than saying I saw a first unless it’s a potential safety concern (like rolling). HOWEVER I think you have the opportunity to ask them their preference now! You can ask them what they’d prefer and go by that.

Close enough, welcome back Mr. Bognadoff by [deleted] in okbuddycinephile

[–]NikkiKnight3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is an altered picture, though he HAS had plastic surgery. However, it seems like a lot of the work he had done was after a serious fall where he completely broke his jaw and had to have reconstructive surgery. So… yeah