Today, instead of writing about fund things to do with your grandkids, I need suggestions from you.
I had all three girls yesterday for the full day. Jordyn, 5, has been in daycare but will start kindergarten in about 5 weeks and I wanted her to have some summer fun before she starts. It was a hot day and our projects for the day; (1) make cake balls; (2) decorate balloons with stickers; and (3) make no-sew tutus for the 2 little girls were done by 10:00am!
How can 2 sisters who love each other so much fight like cats and dogs!
Then, the squabbling started. Ashley is 8 and Jordyn is 5 and they seem to be in a constant state of competition. I have tried everything that I know and nothing seems to work.
Please share ideas and strategies that you have tried!
I have the same problem except I have my two granddaughters all the time. I do think I get to involved because the argueing can be desturbing to me. I’m thinking counseling and maybe some parenting (or grandparenting) classes will help me find better ways to handle arguements. I have a second chance at being a “parent” I figure its worth it.
I don’t think that there is much that grandparents can do other than (1) Staying out of it and letting them work it out, which may require that you go into another room (2) Changing the venue by going to the park, grocery store, etc. (3) Putting your foot down really hard.
It’s upsetting when you plan a lovely time for your grands and they are cranky or insist on picking on each other. But, as much as we hate to admit it, our grandchildren aren’t perfect. These problems will occur from time to time.