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Obsolete grandma

(29 Posts)
merlotgran Sun 09-Jun-13 10:38:07

Don't give up. Keep the communication going even in a small way. They probably don't 'need' you at the moment at don't realise you are feeling left out. It's good you have a life of your own and good friends so stay cheerful and look forward, not back.

Humbertbear Sun 09-Jun-13 10:29:43

This is so sad and I really feel for you. I don't know how to resolve this situation other than by trying to explain it to your daughter. Have you thought of becoming an adoptive granny to another family? Lots of people out there dont have a granny and would welcome one.

j08 Sun 09-Jun-13 10:19:09

I was going to say, "give up on it", but I guess it must be hard if it's your only daughter. My elder DD is a bit like this but I'm lucky enough to have a younger one who likes hanging out with her mum. I'm not sure there is much you can do to be honest. Perhaps tell her how you feel? She might not realise.

Elenkalubleton Sun 09-Jun-13 10:01:49

I feel not needed or involved with my daughter any more am sad,Grandaughter 15 and dosnt stay any more got used to that,have lots of hobbies friends etc but miss daily phone calls and chat with daughter she works part time,but never rings to see how I am.its me who always contacts her.i invited myself on shopping trip with daughter and Grandaughter and just felt like a spare part.i do sometimes go and stay overnight,and its ok,but i honestly seem to get on better with my son in law.any advice would be appreciated.