Treats for the nursing staff at Sibley?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Isn't it a gift enough that they get to meet your baby?

Is this sarcasm?

I think the original post is sarcasm. Or are we now tipping dental hygienists and gifting cakes to the dude who takes my blood?? That’s…weird.

I always tip my hair stylist and dental hygienists.

[Anonymous]

I would never and have never tipped a dental hygienist. I just had a cleaning, no x rays,and a look see by the dentist for $375. NYC. More than enough paid.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I would never and have never tipped a dental hygienist. I just had a cleaning, no x rays,and a look see by the dentist for $375. NYC. More than enough paid.

Most of that goes to the dentist though.

[Anonymous]

Back on track.

I brought in cuties and a variety bag of mixed chocolates.
The oranges were a BIG hit. Sometimes staff didn’t want something while in the room or leaving. We left them there for the staff room. But if you brought in bunt cakes they might be stale by the time you leave

[Anonymous]

They don't want more treats and junk. Jeez.

[Anonymous]

I sent the staff (ICU floor) at the Orlando Hospital for Pediatrics Georgetown Cupcakes when my son was there for 10 days and in the hospital for five weeks. We were visiting from Bethesda. I think it was well received.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I am an RN though not L and D. Well, your generous spirit is kind. Please get out of the habit of saying that you would like to bring treats for educated, seasoned professional professionals

In case anybody thinks that I’m being touchy: does it sound right to your ears to say that you’d like to bring your divorce attorney and staff some “treats”? How about your colorectal surgeon, would you like to bring him some “treats”? How about your CPA? no?

It’s insidious so almost all of you reading this wont recognize the issue. What But it’s a little bit demeaning that the public wants to bring treats and — God forbid — tips to only certain professionals, who historically were women and not paid well.

I'm a lawyer and that's actually not uncommon at all. I also gave birth at Sibley and saw another couple giving their OB a nice bottle of wine as a thank you.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Back on track.

I brought in cuties and a variety bag of mixed chocolates.
The oranges were a BIG hit. Sometimes staff didn’t want something while in the room or leaving. We left them there for the staff room. But if you brought in bunt cakes they might be stale by the time you leave

I am the RN who got us off track. Sorry, I should have been more clear: we don’t want treat bags, because we are not 4 years old. That includes oranges, cake or any tidbits.

OP, what would be welcomed is a brief note sent to the unit after you check out, shouting out to the unit staff or individuals by name whp provided excellent care. I know you will be busy and exhausted so perhaps ask your partner to write a 3 sentence note and sign for both of you.

Hearing that I made someone’s experience better means something to me (and most people, I’d bet). With respect, a mandarin means very little. We are pros, and we buy our own fruit just like all the professionals reading this.

[Anonymous]

It’s a sweet gesture (definitely not expected) and the treats should be sealed. My little one is due on V-Day so I’m thinking of bringing in bags (2lbs.) of chocolates for the nurses.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Back on track.

I brought in cuties and a variety bag of mixed chocolates.
The oranges were a BIG hit. Sometimes staff didn’t want something while in the room or leaving. We left them there for the staff room. But if you brought in bunt cakes they might be stale by the time you leave

I am the RN who got us off track. Sorry, I should have been more clear: we don’t want treat bags, because we are not 4 years old. That includes oranges, cake or any tidbits.

OP, what would be welcomed is a brief note sent to the unit after you check out, shouting out to the unit staff or individuals by name whp provided excellent care. I know you will be busy and exhausted so perhaps ask your partner to write a 3 sentence note and sign for both of you.

Hearing that I made someone’s experience better means something to me (and most people, I’d bet). With respect, a mandarin means very little. We are pros, and we buy our own fruit just like all the professionals reading this.

My mother was a L&D nurse (40 years, now retired) and I recall her mentioning and being grateful even then when treats were brought in like a cake, flowers, and sometimes ordered food for the nurses. This was clearly pre-Covid but it always seemed appreciated and she would call out the thoughtfulness.

As a professional in a completely different industry, I would not be offended, I may not eat it or take one but, I would appreciate it and take it as the show of gratitude that it is meant to be.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Isn't it a gift enough that they get to meet your baby?

Is this sarcasm?

I think the original post is sarcasm. Or are we now tipping dental hygienists and gifting cakes to the dude who takes my blood?? That’s…weird.

I always tip my hair stylist and dental hygienists.

Really rude you don’t tip the admin assistant. Or the toilet cleaner, you think it’s easy cleaning your spray??

[Anonymous]

I’m not sure why the one RN has decided to speak for all RNs as to her take on this kind gesture. I am an RN and I work very hard to provide excellent patient care. When someone takes time to acknowledge me (or my team) with a kind gesture it is genuinely appreciated (never expected but appreciated). I would not read into this as being demeaning or beneath me, rather a show of kindness. I am very mindful of being polite and thanking others who help me or a loved one, whether it’s part of their job or just because they are being caring.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Are you the Nothing Bundt Cakes troll? The poster who suggests Bundtinis as a response to every thread? Kind of like the Norma Kamali troll?

There's also Penzey troll. Have you thought about bringing penzey spices? A big bowl with everything mixed in and they can just scoop what they want into baggies

[Anonymous]

Do they like not-sweet treats? Like if they forget their lunch do they like a granola bar or some crackers or cheez-its? Any suggestions on that front or is sweet the way to go?

[Anonymous]

I’m a nurse and when I worked in a hospital I always thought it was really nice when people brought in treats! I definitely brought in a few boxes of donuts for the l&d nurses after having my DD. I just wanted them to know I appreciated them.