Tag Page GenerationalShift

This generation of grandparents sucks

I’ve been struggling with something that just doesn’t sit right with me.Growing up, I watched grandparents dive in and help raise their grandkids. It wasn’t even a question—they were just there whenever they could be. But somehow, things have changed. Now, many grandparents say they “owe nothing” to the next generation.It’s confusing. Generation A helped Generation B with their grandkids. But now Generation B has become grandparents, and they tell Generation C that we're on our own. Even if they’re healthy, retired, and have the time, helping is treated like a favor instead of a given.When did this cultural shift happen? How did we move from "family sticks together" to "you're on your own"? I'm genuinely trying to understand if this change is fair—or just sad.Have you noticed this too? Why do you think it changed?#FamilyDynamics #GenerationalShift #ParentingSupport #ModernFamily #Grandparenting #Parenting