Grandparent dynamics can feel like walking a tightrope—love and tension intertwined. What might seem like undermining is often simply a different generation's well-intentioned approach to family and child-rearing. The key isn't to build walls, but to construct bridges of understanding.
Open, honest communication becomes your most powerful tool. Clearly articulate your parenting values, expectations, and boundaries. Create space for respectful dialogue that honors both their experience and your role as primary caregivers. Remember, most grandparents come from a place of love, even when their methods feel misaligned.
Approach these conversations with grace—seek to understand as much as to be understood. Establish clear, kind boundaries that protect your parenting approach while preserving the precious relationship between grandparents and grandchildren.
Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/
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Parenting Matters Now with Dr. Roger Smith
Navigating the Delicate Landscape of Grandparent Relationships | Episode 298
Grandparent dynamics can feel like walking a tightrope—love and tension intertwined. What might seem like undermining is often simply a different generation's well-intentioned approach to family and child-rearing. The key isn't to build walls, but to construct bridges of understanding.Open, honest communication becomes your most powerful tool. Clearly articulate your parenting values, expectations, and boundaries. Create space for respectful dialogue that honors both their experience and your role as primary caregivers. Remember, most grandparents come from a place of love, even when their methods feel misaligned.Approach these conversations with grace—seek to understand as much as to be understood. Establish clear, kind boundaries that protect your parenting approach while preserving the precious relationship between grandparents and grandchildren.Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/This has been a production of ThePodcastUpload.com
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- 23 Dec 2024
Grandparent dynamics can feel like walking a tightrope—love and tension intertwined. What might seem like undermining is often simply a different generation's well-intentioned approach to family and child-rearing. The key isn't to build walls, but to construct bridges of understanding.Open, honest communication becomes your most powerful tool. Clearly articulate your parenting values, expectations, and boundaries. Create space for respectful dialogue that honors both their experience and your role as primary caregivers. Remember, most grandparents come from a place of love, even when their methods feel misaligned.Approach these conversations with grace—seek to understand as much as to be understood. Establish clear, kind boundaries that protect your parenting approach while preserving the precious relationship between grandparents and grandchildren.Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/This has been a production of ThePodcastUpload.com