#grandparents

#grandparents

Living close to grandparents can be beneficial with mutual respect for boundaries.

Grandparents often significantly contribute financially to their grandchildren, averaging $4,000 annually, which can impact their retirement savings.

Jo Storm believes caring for her grandchildren is a privilege, not a job, highlighting the value of family support over financial compensation.

Summer brings out the vital role of grandparents as essential unpaid workers helping families during holiday seasons.

Phyllis and her husband embrace the challenges of raising their teenage grandsons in their 70s with love and dedication.

Having a good relationship with grandparents is beneficial for children's well-being, but it's crucial for parents and grandparents to get along.

The well-being of children can be negatively impacted if they are exposed to toxic relationships with grandparents.

Children benefit from healthy relationships with grandparents who prioritize good relationships within the family.

Resentment from children due to not encouraging a relationship with a toxic grandparent is possible.

Navigating family dynamics is complex, but it's possible to foster healthy relationships between kids and grandparents even amidst parental conflicts.

Importance of setting boundaries between a new parent and an enthusiastic grandparent.

Hosts share personal updates reflecting their lives and parenting challenges.

Modern parenting techniques differ significantly from those used 15-20 years ago and grandparents often overlook these changes.

Parents struggling with childcare often rely on paid help instead of family.

Grandparents cannot provide full-time childcare without altering family dynamics.

Maintaining healthy boundaries with family prevents conflicts over childcare duties.