"Finding reliable childcare is a tall task for many parents - and that's without taking into consideration the cost. And that cost is only rising - as previously reported by Business Insider, between 2023 and 2025, the average annual cost of childcare rose from $11,752 to $17,836, an increase of 51.8%. So when grandparents can step in, it can provide an enormous relief."
"However, it's not always that easy. For many, proximity is an issue. For others, differences in parenting philosophies can make the solution a tricky one. And some parents don't have the option of asking their own parents for support at all - some grandparents are not physically able, some are still working themselves, and some may simply not feel like it."
Childcare is frequently the largest child-rearing expense and costs have risen sharply, with the average annual cost increasing from $11,752 to $17,836 between 2023 and 2025. Grandparents stepping in can provide substantial financial and logistical relief. Many parents still struggle to find reliable care even before accounting for rising costs. Multiple barriers can limit grandparent involvement, including distance, differing parenting philosophies, health limitations, employment commitments, or lack of willingness. These factors mean grandparent help is not universally available or simple to implement, leaving many families without that option.
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