Grandparents overstepping boundaries

Modern parents don't need meddling grandparents who disrespect their parenting! But how do you deal with toxic grandparents who overstep boundaries? Know the signs of toxic grandparents and don't be afraid of setting boundaries with grandparents who undermine your parenting.

This blog post helps you recognize and navigate 15 warning signs of a toxic grandparent and deal with them with confidence and clarity.

"Having a relationship with your grandchildren is a privilege, not a right."

Toxic grandparents may engage in behaviors that leave a grandchild feeling hurt, trapped, or burnt out (such as disregarding boundaries, micromanaging, punishing, or expressing jealousy of other relationships). Dealing with a toxic grandparent involves setting clear boundaries; engaging in self-care; practicing acceptance; reinforcing progress; or, in some cases, ending the relationship altogether.

Toxic people, boundaries, saying no, healthy boundaries

When someone oversteps your boundaries, they're letting you know what you wanted didn't matter and what someone else wanted did. The edge of disrespect happens when someone elses feelings are chosen over yours.

We all want our kids to spend time with their grandparents, but sometimes it can create conflict. We're sharing how to set boundaries without ruffling anyone's feathers! #rulesforgrandparents #healthyboundaries #grandparents