Summer holiday childcare dilemma

A 7 year old cant be left on her own if I understand this is the case. Are the other grandparents nearby? CAn they help? A friend? Neighbour?
I can understand how you feel but if you are at your limit you really can’t especially if you have the other two children twice a week through the holidays. Is the younger child going to school st present? Problem is when school breaks up.
How sad your sister is not well enough to be able to help her daughter but as we all know it’s the parents responsibility to find a solution. I hope they can.

Can understand your desire to help Flaxwoven but please recognise your limitations. Just because your niece and her husband aren't getting along doesn't excuse either of them of their parental responsibilities and both should be equally responsible for looking into childcare arrangements and not relying on you.

Don't be torn. You have your limits and you are clear about them. You are not super woman. You can't help everyone. They really do need to sort out their problems themselves.

I do understand though, as have had to make similar decisions and know they aren't easy but do what is right for you then try to ensure the children are being cared for properly. You can only be used as a prop if you allow it.

If you suspect there is child neglect then you do have a duty to report it. Not easy I know when it is family but as a last resort.

Have they looked into local childminders? Very sad for this little girl but your health and well being must come first. If you overstretch yourselves you may find you can’t look after your grandchildren.

Thanks for your replies. I feel so guilty but must stand firm otherwise I'll be seen as a walkover. I'm an easy going person who avoids conflict, that's the trouble! No, 7 year old has mum in the house who is working full-time at home like so many families, but the child is lonely and these days you can't send them out to play in the street as in the past.