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Applying for a job

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Teetime Wed 21-Mar-18 09:22:50

Hello chinesecrested that's a difficult one. If you are feeling you want something else in your day then you are entitled to do that. Its lovely to be able to look after the GCs but its not everything to everyone and they have a habit of growing up. Do what you feel is best for you. Hopefully you can find something where you can mesh things but don't get exhausted trying to do it all. smile

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midgey Wed 21-Mar-18 09:19:12

Tempted to say....shame eh?! Grandparents should feel they have to do childminding in my opinion. Of course we like to help out but don’t curtail your life.

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Chinesecrested Wed 21-Mar-18 08:31:47

Hi everyone, I'm a 66 year old grandmother of 2 children, a boy of 5 and a girl of 22 months. I've been retired since 2011. Luckily I get on very well with my ddil and I help a lot with the children. I have them on alternate Fridays and see them two or three times a week as well. I'm available if my ddil needs to go to doctor, dentist, and I go in to listen to the children read in school. However, I'm applying for employment. My partner works, so does my son and the lodger, and the house feels empty during the day. What would other grandparents do in this situation? My ddil won't be happy if I'm no longer available to help out, especially as her own mother works long hours.

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