The article discusses a 76-year-old man concerned about his friend's overcommitment to childcare for her grandchildren. Despite her love for them, the extensive demands are exhausting given her physical limitations. Her son and daughter-in-law frequently rely on her for overnight and weekend care, seemingly prioritizing their leisure activities over her needs. The advice suggests that she should have open discussions about her limits and potentially reduce the frequency and duration of her childcare commitments, ensuring she can also pursue her own interests and maintain her health.
"She may want to start setting limits on how and how long she provides child care. Maybe overnights need to be phased out, or she might need to decline more."
"She can talk with her son and daughter-in-law about her desire to remain an active part of their lives while recognizing the ways her capacity is changing."
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