"As the saying goes, it doesn't hurt to ask. I know it's not quite as simple as that, though. My kids are quite a bit younger than your daughter, but I already struggle to imagine a future when the roles are reversed and I have to ask them for, well, anything. I'd imagine the whole thing feels awkward and complicated for you."
"From your description, your request isn't just reasonable - it's a good idea. You're helping your daughter's family out with something as valuable as frequent and reliable free childcare, and this arrangement would help you out - and give you more time with your loved ones. However, asking someone to let you live in their house, inevitably shaking up their routines and family structures, is something they will likely need time to discuss and think through."
A grandmother provides unpaid childcare three to four days per week and rents a small senior-living apartment. She leaves at 5 a.m. to reach her daughter's home and feels unhappy in her current living situation. Moving in with her daughter could save money, offer convenient childcare, and increase time with family. The arrangement is reasonable given the value of frequent, reliable free childcare and potential mutual benefits. Moving in will alter household routines and family structures, so the daughter and family may need time to discuss and might decline the request.
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