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Mother/daughter fall out

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LinziCc Wed 08-Jul-26 16:25:32

I am heartbroken. My daughter has changed in her attitude to me. I am divorced,retired and live on my own. She has said I can only see my 3 beloved grandchildren once a month.
In a text, her husband said I make her sad.
We have had no falling out or arguments, in fact I used to visit three times a week. My very being seems to annoy her. I know it’s her call, but I miss them so much. Any help please?

Judy54 Wed 08-Jul-26 16:40:27

Difficult to know how to help. Can you think of any reason why your Daughter's attitude towards you has changed or why her Husband says you make her feel sad? It does seem very strange if there has been no fall out or arguments. How do you feel is the best way to try and take this forward?

fancythat Wed 08-Jul-26 16:59:55

Have you been too pushy?

3 times a week seems like a lot to me.

fancythat Wed 08-Jul-26 17:00:19

Well, unless everyone is 100% with that happening. As some families are.

fancythat Wed 08-Jul-26 17:00:56

Maybe she just needs a break and some space.

Cossy Wed 08-Jul-26 17:41:40

I think I’d be inclined to be a little worried about coercive control from her husband.

Or that your daughter is becoming depressed or anxious.

Saying, in a text, from her husband, “that you make her sad” makes no sense to me.

Why is he sending you a text?

Is there a way you can discretely contact her and arrange to meet in a neutral setting and over a cuppa ask her very gently why this has happened?

How old are said GC?

Would it be possible to see them in your home?

Please can you tell us a little more?

Is she your only child?

Btw Fancythat when my DM was widowed I visited her at least three times a week and our adult children did as well. When both my parents were alive and healthy and our children were little I’d take them round to visit frequently, it’s not at all unusual, especially if they live very close, my parents only lived 6 roads away from us. thanks