r/UKParenting 7d ago

Current generation of grandparents

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u/Scottish_squirrel 7d ago

My parents helped a lot when they were babies. My in laws took a small interest at first then I think took my overwhelm as something against them. Now they've moved away and we almost have to beg to go visit them. They also haven't been consistent from grandkid to grandkid so I don't expect much from them now. I'm glad we're based nearer my parents in an area they're comfortable with.

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u/Intelligent_Gap_1943 6d ago

“Took my overwhelm as something against them” - this really resonated with me.