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My daughter has strict food rules for her children, and I just don't agree. I think my grandkids should be able to have some fun when they visit (ice cream, an occasional piece of candy, and soda -- if they wish). Is it bad that I go against her rules when they are over at our house? Could it really hurt their health?
I hear your disagreement and frustration. Nutrition and health are not the issue unless the grandkids have medical conditions that require special medical diets.
An occasional treat can teach realistic eating and moderation plus help prevent the denial, deprivation and then overeating cycle that read more...
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Today's Expert: 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 read more...
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Today's Expert: I'm taking care of my grandchildren during the day as my daughter just returned to work. The situation is supposed to be temporary until they can find daycare ... but I'm finding that I love my time alone with my grandkids. I don't want to disrupt her plan, but I don't think she needs to pay for daycare when I'm having so much fun! What do you suggest I do?
As a grandmother myself, I’d encourage you to tell your daughter how much you love spending time with your grandchildren. Why don’t you see if you can arrangement with your daughter to have your grandchildren go to daycare parttime, then the expense will be less and you'll have a couple days read more...
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