It’s becoming quite a trend—nanny-related affairs. Lately, we’ve seen numerous high-profile men whose marriages crumbled because of their questionable choices involving the babysitter. Seriously, do names like Jake Thompson and Mark Robinson ring a bell? Remember how it went for the likes of Chris Evans when he got cozy with his kids’ nanny? It’s infuriating when I hear these stories, especially since cheating is bad enough, but doing it with someone you trust to care for your kids? Come on.
As a mom, I’ve always tried to resist the stereotype that suggests hiring only unattractive nannies. I thought, “I trust my husband and my marriage is solid, so what’s the harm?” Then I hired a moderately attractive nanny, Sophie, who took it upon herself to try on my clothes and lounge around in my bed, all because my husband complimented her one time. While my husband found it amusing, his lack of interest in her was evident, and Sophie was soon out the door. This experience made me realize that it’s not just about trust; it’s also about the young babysitter who might misinterpret a compliment as something more.
So, ladies, it’s crucial to understand this nanny-related cheating epidemic and how to keep it from invading your home. First off, steer clear of hiring a super attractive nanny. Your husband might adore you, and your relationship could be the envy of others, but do you really want someone with a stunning figure hanging around all day? I’m not saying your nanny has to be unattractive, but maybe someone with a little less confidence would be better.
Once you’ve found a nanny who resembles Joan Cusack’s character in “Sixteen Candles,” here are some additional tips to keep your husband from thinking about the babysitter in the wrong way:
- Ensure the nanny is in charge of bathing the kids—not your husband.
- Avoid mentioning “threesome” or “three-way” when discussing plans with your nanny.
- Ask your nanny to shop for children’s toys, not adult ones.
- Invite your nanny over during those evenings when your husband feels like being silly—he’ll seem way less appealing after a few minutes of his antics.
- When asking the nanny to stay over, clarify that it doesn’t mean sharing a bed.
- Politely make it clear that “we’re going out tonight” doesn’t include her.
- During interviews, inquire about her hobbies, not her favorite intimate positions.
- Avoid hiring nannies whose resumes feature bikini shots.
- If your nanny finds your husband’s jokes funny, remind her that laughter fades quickly after the 73rd telling.
- Reinforce that her uniform includes a bra—it’s a job requirement!
- If she requests to leave early for a tanning session, propose she stays late instead.
- Skip hiring nannies from schools known for producing attractive graduates, like those in Florida.
- Don’t marry a guy like Jake Thompson.
- Avoid tying the knot with someone who’s a jerk.
- Last but not least, don’t take your nanny along on that crucial family vacation meant to save your marriage. Two is company, but three can lead to disaster.
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In summary, maintaining a healthy relationship while managing household help can be tricky, but with the right approach, you can keep your marriage strong and the nanny situation secure.