Hey everyone, I’m looking for some guidance on sugar dating norms, specifically around the initial meet and greet and how ppm (pay-per-meet) works afterward. I want to make sure I’m setting fair expectations without getting taken advantage of.
- Initial Meet & Greet: What’s the standard breakdown? I’m fine covering dinner, drinks, or any activities for the first meet. If we hit it off, is a ppm expected right away, or only if things progress (e.g., intimacy)? If we don’t vibe, is it reasonable to just cover the date costs without a ppm? $ amounts will be helpful
- Post-Initial Meet: Once a connection is made, does the ppm typically stay the same for casual dates (e.g., just dinner or outings)? Or does it increase for more involved dates, like those including intimacy? How do you navigate what’s fair?
I’ve had sugar babies quote $400 for the initial meet and $800-$1,000 for regular meets, excluding intimacy, plus extras like hotels. Honestly, that feels steep for a mediocre connection, and it’s turned me off. Personally, I think $500 ppm is reasonable for a solid meet after we’ve clicked, covering dinner, activities, and something special (including intimacy). Am I off-base here? What are your experiences with ppm rates and setting expectations in sugar dating? Any advice on negotiating or spotting red flags?