April 11, 2005
Grandparenting Time
My daughter-in-law has a new 4 week old baby and a 6 year old not yet in school. Fortunately they live within a few miles from me and I work a 5-11 pm shift. I began to sense that she was feeling depressed that she wasn't able to get time to do necessary things . A little afraid of hurting her feelings I decided to take the bull by the horns and offered 2-3 hours of my day to come out and spend time with the kids so she could do something she needed to do, whether it be showering, running an errand or just getting some extra naptime. She knows now she'll get some time for those things and I get bonding time with the kids. If the baby's sleeping I play with the oldest. I know this won't last forever but cleaning house isn't near as much fun or rewarding. MamawKC
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By 1miraclebaby (Guest Post)
04/17/2005
What a saint!!! I live 12 hours from my mom and there are days when I would dearly love a long, hot bath! I am so thankful for my son, but there are times when I just need a break! I'm sure that your daughter-in-law is very grateful for all you do. Your grandchildren will adore you as well!
By (Guest Post)
04/13/2005
ENJOY them...they grow up SOOOOO FAST!
By Donna (Guest Post)
04/12/2005
You seem like a dream come true! What a wonderful mother-in-law you are!
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04/12/2005
What a great lady you are! ( Do you want to adopt another daughter?I have 2 kids! LOL)
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04/11/2005
I love it when my mom and mother-in-law offer to take the kids for a few hours!!! I have learned that with a 5yr old, a 4yr old, a 2yr old and one on the way that mommy sometimes needs a break!!!!!
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