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NOW CLOSED Calling all UK grandparents: please take a survey for GNHQ - you could win a £50 voucher

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Gally Thu 19-Sept-13 12:18:39

Have completed the survey.
I wouldn't want to be a new parent today. Parenting obviously evolves over time; we had our problems, our parents and grandparents certainly had theirs and so on but having been there, done that and got the T-shirt I am now quite content to sit on the side lines and watch from a safe distance wink

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AnneMaria Thu 19-Sept-13 11:49:35

I don't think I want to feel sorry for the parents of today. I think we all have our worries and concerns and even if they change the fact is they still exist for everyone. Technological advancements are a fact of life and it is important to recognise that. A 4 or 5 year old who is starting school doesn't need a mobile phone but they do need to know about gadgets and it is in their interest to be able to access and use them - where appropriate.

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kate1947 Thu 19-Sept-13 10:27:53

I think the main area of difference is the technology, and the worrying mobile phones with internet access, I believe in keeping childhood as innocent as possible, they grow up soon enough!
My Grandchildren are 1 and 3 years old, so it isn't a problem yet.

I feel sorry for the parent today, they have worries of a different kind

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KatGransnet (GNHQ) Thu 19-Sept-13 08:57:09

As you may know - we have a new book coming out in October on how to survive grandparenting in the 21st century. To mark its release we're looking in to the main areas of difference between how you brought up your own children and how they in turn are bringing up theirs.

Are there any similarities or differences that have surprised you? Do you think being a 21st century grandparent is full unexpected challenges?

We'd love to hear your views, please do take a few minutes to complete this survey, and all respondents who submit their email address will be added into a draw for a £50 Amazon voucher.

The survey is open to all UK gransnetters who have at least one child and at least one grandchild.

Here's the link again: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/GNsurveySept13

Thanks again and good luck with the prize draw

GNHQ

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