The Grandparent Boundaries Battle No One Warned Me About (and How I’m Surviving It!)

Parenting is hard enough... but throw in boundary-pushing grandparents and it’s a whole new level! 😅 Here’s how I’m trying to keep my sanity while keeping my kids safe: 🔹 Get specific with boundaries. I literally write out what’s okay and what’s not (like, “please text before taking our toddler out!”). It feels awkward, but it’s the only way my parents know I’m serious. 🔹 Prep for visits like a pro. I leave out snacks, sunscreen, water—basically, a survival kit. I learned the hard way after my mom whisked my son out the door without a word. 🙈 🔹 Follow up with texts. If I don’t get a response, I keep texting. I used to feel pushy, but now I know it’s about my kid’s safety, not my parents’ feelings. 🔹 Trust my gut. If something feels off, I speak up—even if it means an awkward convo. (Confession: I once let something slide and my son ended up in a boot for 5 days. Never again!) 🔹 Don’t be afraid to say NO to unsupervised visits if you’re not comfortable. It’s not easy, but our kids come first. Anyone else dealing with tricky grandparent boundaries? How do you handle it? ParentingRealTalk #FamilyBoundaries #MomLife #ParentingRealTalk #FamilyBoundaries #MomLife #Parenting