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Grandparent.....(ugh)
Asked by A.F. from Seattle
on October 17, 2008
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My issue, which I know a lot of other parents struggle with, is our childrens grandparents. Both my parents and my husbands parents are divorce and remarried all but o...
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- We have the same problem. My dad just isn't interested in his two granddaughters and neither is he interested in my nephews or nieces. He just isn't a kid person and...
- Hi A., I'm 45 yo and I'm a mom of 5 years old. It is not the love, it is the energy. All our grand-parents are 5000 miles or 10 000 miles away. This is one of the reas...
- You and your husband do need time together, but it is not your parents' responsibility to provide it. If they want to spend time with the kids, great! But if not, th...
Would like Suggestions for Traveling Cross Country by Plane with 9 Month Old
Asked by B.J. from Washington DC
on September 19, 2008
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Hello Ladies,
Long time reader, 1st time requester (and very excited to read the responses). Next month we will be taking my 8 month old daughter from Baltimore to Lo...
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- My son and I traveled alone to South Africa when he was 9 mo. old and have flown domestically a handful of times. These would be my recommendations: 1)Take the trave...
- My suggestion is to take the infant seat/stroller combo (yes, I know it's bulky). You can check the infant seat base with luggage (just put in a labeled trash bag.) I...
- Hi B., We just flew for the first time with our 18 month old daughter. My suggestions are bring LOTS of snacks The "treats" we brought for me daughter really helped ...
My Son Cries Whenever Grandpa Comes Over
Asked by K.C. from Rochester
on July 2, 2008
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My eight-month-old son cries whenever he sees Grandpa. He loves Grandma--he's just fine being held by her or sitting in her lap, and he does well if I leave him with ...
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- I went through the exact same thing with my daughter. She loved Grandma but would cry and never go by grandpa. We were thinking maybe she was afraid of his facial ha...
- When my daughter was little, she was afraid of people with grey hair and men with facial hair. Does he have either of those? If so, I would expose her to more of wha...
- My 8 month old has a similar reaction to my dad. He sees him about once a week and the same thing--comes on too strong. My little one is just starting to develop str...
Need Advice on Dealing with Caring for Elderly Grandparents in Home
Asked by B.A. from Jonesboro
on March 25, 2008
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I have been the primary care giver for a number of years, recently grandpa's health has taken a big decline. I want to upgrade their house to make it easier on them a...
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- Your grandparents may not be able to take care of what happens outside their home. It is only natural for them to want control over what goes on inside of their house...
- I too have been int he same situation where I had taken care of my father for 8 years. There were good times and bad times but you have to stick with them. Many time...
- I heard from a psychologist that elder people (it also applies to differently-abled persons) usually refuse to get voluntary help from someone. Offering your help make...
Niece Not Allowed to See Grandpa
Asked by A.P. from Lafayette
on March 14, 2008
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I recently found out that my neice (2 1/2) is not allowed around my father. To quickly ease everyone's minds, he has not abused her in anyway.
My father, who has not...
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- I'm sure this is frustrating, but at the same time you don't have to let it be frustrating to you. You are doing your part to invite and be a part of your families' li...
- I think I'd probably make it clear to both parties that I expect adult behaviour at the birthday party and that, if each is incapable of doing so, they are welcome to ...
- It's difficult when family members are not forgiving of childhood hurts. Your sister is hurt because your Dad was not an active part of your childhood and does not se...
Crying Around People
Asked by A.K. from Atlanta
on December 24, 2006
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Hey everyone. My son usually only cries around his grandpa, which I still don't understand. But lately its been with a lot of people. I get that he recognizes that the...
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- My son is 2 and he's been that way since he was little too. He's grown out of it somewhat now it just takes a little time for him to get used to someone then he's fine...
- Definitely ask grandpa to take it slow, back off and let your son initiate any contact with him. If your son feels he has more control it may make for less tears. ...
- Hi. I don't really have any advice, just reassurance. My 2 yr old daughter also did this when she was a baby. I think it was my dad's beard. He is kind of a big gu...
Grandpa Acts Weird Towrds Daughter
Asked by J.H. from Iowa City
on November 29, 2006
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Hi i have an 11 month old daughter and since she was 3 months old i have been scared that her grandpa my father in law could do something to her. When she was 3 months...
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- I think that you have a right to be concerned. When you take your daughter to visit him ask him to stay in the room and not take her elsewhere in the house. Don't le...
- Your right to have those feelings. I think you should have a talk w/ your father inlaw / Grampa. I'd also make sure your husband is present when you talk to Grampa. ...
- I would be very concerned. You're father-n-law's behavior and comments are totally unappropriate. You're husband of course is going to take his dad's side, that's natu...
Need Advice on Doing the Right Thing
Asked by T.H. from Decatur
on August 29, 2006
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I have been having alot of family issues about my daughter.There is not a short way to say this.My mother never took very good care of me as a child and I will even sa...
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- T., WOW ! I read this thread when you first posted and thought I would come back to it later, as it hit me hard !! First let me say ! YOU are wonderful person. ...
- While it is very sad that cancer claimed your mother's life, you have a little life you have to shape and form. It's very wise of you to put your daughter first and t...
- T., You are doing the right thing. I am so sorry for your loss. But your daughter is the most important person and keeping her safed and loved is your most importan...
Opinions Needed for Grandpa That Wants to Take My Son Deer Hunting with Him
Asked by C.L. from Minneapolis
on September 18, 2007
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My parents live up in northern Wisconsin. We may be going up there this weekend and my dad wants to take my five y.o. son deer hunting with him. He said he would jus...
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- I talked to one of my co-workers who comes from a hunting family. Her gut is that 5 is too early. So much could happen. Kids are unpredictable, no matter how well-b...
- My dad and brother are both big hunters, so I know how you feel. My dad is really looking forward to taking his grandson hunting, but even he thinks it is best to wai...
- I think what it has boiled down to (from what I have read), is whether you were brought up around the whole "hunting" thing. I grew up in Northern Minnesota (as far n...
Uninvolved Grandparents...
Asked by M.S. from San Antonio
on August 31, 2008
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I am seeking advice about my dad...and I think I know the answer but my emotions are so tangled at the moment it is hard to think clearly about it.
Growing up I h...
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- TALK to him. he may not have any idea that you have these expectations and that he is not fulfilling them. you can't expect him to know what your thinking and wantin...
- Dear M., I am very sorry that I did not see this when you posted, but I still feel I have to respond even though your request is several weeks old. I, too, was e...
- I am very sorry for what you are going through and would like to put my own spin on things. I lost my dad right after my son, his first grandson, was born...he had can...
