Q&A
My daughter-in-law is too rough on my grandchildren during family visits. I don't approve at all. What can I do?
Whenever my children come to visit and bring their grandchildren, I'm saddened to see how strictly my daughter-in-law disciplines the kids. I have to really bite my tongue. I've tried talking with my son about this, but he's not very responsive. Do I ask them to not come over any more? Should I lay down my own "house rules"?
Try sitting down and chatting with both your daughter-in-law and son together. Share with them that you're not comfortable with the strict discipline you witness when they're visiting. Outline what you consider to be your house rules, and be sure to let them know that visiting Grandma and Grandpa is a special time ... and maybe these visits could be approached more liberally and without such harsh limitations.
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