What are some things grandparents should never do?
Give your input about a parent’s choice to work or stay home. It makes sense for some families to have one parent stay home, while others cover the ever-rising cost of childcare by having both parents work. Even if you have strong opinions about who is juggling what, you’d be very wise to keep them to yourself. Insist on outfits for the new baby.
Why are my grandparents so interested in my kids?
Grandpa already told the children that you would say he lied. You’ll be playing into his hand. Getting your children’s minds back could take a lot of time and effort. There’s a second reason your parents are interested in your kids.
How does it feel to have no grandchildren?
Well, now, with my own children, I have not been so fortunate. Both children are now in their 20’s but no relationships to speak of so no grandchildren and it makes me sad. Like my mother, I’d probably be ecstatic!
Are there grandparents in Your Daughter’s Life?
And in fact, your daughter is not without grandparents — she has your parents, with whom she presumably has a good relationship. I need to point out that I have only heard your side of the story, and life is always more complicated than any one view.
Why are there no grandchildren in my family?
Three of my kids are not into having kids and the fourth got married just a few years ago. It wasn’t certain at first that DIL could even have a child. So I resigned myself to not having any grandkids. As it turned out she got pregnant with twins and that has been a joy to me, the main (and perhaps the only) reason I do not want to move from here.
When do you know a grandparent is a problem?
So when a parent refuses to acknowledge any parenting missteps or regrets, it’s a red flag for a problematic grandparent. The same way they deny having made any mistakes as a parent, they will deny any lapses in judgment as a grandparent. I have a personal experience with a grandmother overfeeding the grandchild to the point of constipation.
Why do grandparents sometimes fight with their parents?
Grandparents and parents often don’t agree on what’s best, and you might not know how far apart your viewpoints are until you’re in the thick of it. Power struggles, undermining and fights are common. It’s a tricky position: Perhaps you depend on the grandparents for child-care help, but you also can’t micromanage the way they do things.
Can you depend on grandparents for child care?
Power struggles, undermining and fights are common. It’s a tricky position: Perhaps you depend on the grandparents for child-care help, but you also can’t micromanage the way they do things.