US EditionAsking Eric: When gentle reminders create tension in family dynamics
- A recent text has caused tension between a person and their daughter-in-law, leading to restricted communication with the grandkids.
- The person feels excluded from family events, such as not being invited to a baby shower, which adds to their feelings of being snubbed.
- The advice given suggests having a face-to-face conversation with the son and daughter-in-law to address the issues.
- The person acknowledges their feelings of exclusion are valid and should be discussed with their fiancé for support.
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Asking Eric: I told my grandkids how to respond to me, and it made their mom mad
Dear Eric: For the past 10 years we have always “been there” for our grandchildren (now 18 and 16) and my son and daughter-in-law.In the past two years, things have changed. We have sent the grandkids cards, asked them to various events, and sent weekly texts. Most go unanswered, as if they are entitled. So, I recently sent them a text and gently reminded them to 1. respond when spoken to, 2. respond when they receive a text, 3. acknowledge card…
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Usa newsAsking Eric: “Helicopter” mom keeps grandkids from grandparents
Dear Eric: For the past 10 years we have always “been there” for our grandchildren (now 18 and 16) and my son and daughter-in-law. In the past two years, things have changed. We have sent the grandkids cards, asked them to various events, and sent weekly texts. Most go unanswered, as if they are entitled. So, I recently sent them a text and gently reminded them to 1. respond when spoken to, 2. respond when they receive a text, 3. acknowledge car…
Asking Eric: Messages to grandchildren go unanswered
Dear Eric: For the past 10 years we have always “been there” for our grandchildren (now 18 and 16) and my son and daughter-in-law. In the past two years, things have changed. We have sent the grandkids cards, asked them to various events, and sent weekly texts. Most go unanswered, as if they are entitled. So, I recently sent them a text and gently reminded them to 1. respond when spoken to, 2. respond when they receive a text, 3. acknowledge car…
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