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How often do you see GC 1 hour away?

(105 Posts)
Jaxjacky Fri 08-Oct-21 09:28:23

Not sure if this helps, but when ours were young they lived 10 minutes away, we’d see them roughly once a month.

JackyB Fri 08-Oct-21 09:04:50

Either way, there have been many threads along these lines. The general consensus is that it is not a competition and the frequency of visits can vary according to lifestyle, health, personalities and expectations of all concerned.

The answer, as with most things in life, is to talk about it, and, if this suits you, perhaps to agree on a system of regular visits, but be flexible, and remember that they grow up quickly and very soon sleepovers or outings with the grandparents may be included.

Some parents are very wary of handing over their children. Some grandparents can be very irresponsible. It has all been covered on Gransnet.

Whilst the grandchildren are tiny and visits include all 3 generations, it may be prudent for the grandparents to stay in the background and let the little ones get to know the and let the come forward when they are ready.

This is probably more than the OP is asking, so I'll shut up now.

Whether you are the parent or the grandparent, aim to be open about everything and make firm decisions.

There is no single answer.

FannyCornforth Fri 08-Oct-21 05:21:44

Hello
How often do you see your own grandchildren? Is this what you are concerned about; not seeing them as often as you would like?
Or are you speaking as a parent?
As BlueBelle says, a bit of context would be helpful.

BlueBelle Fri 08-Oct-21 05:17:32

Are you a new poster nurseryrhyme I haven’t noticed your name before ?
Maybe tell us what’s behind your question it seems very specific

Nurseryrhyme Fri 08-Oct-21 03:57:48

I hope this is an appropriate place to ask but I'm interested to know from those of you who live approximately an hour away from your grandkids, how often do you see them and for how long? Particularly interested to hear from those who's grandchildren are still little tots.