charlietangoteakettlebarbeque ·
25/03/2014 10:32
Hello Gransnet!
I have started a thread in Relationships but wanted to post one on here to get your perspective.
Myself, my DP and DS (aged 1.5) live with my mum. She is a long time divorced and was previously lonely living on her own. When she found out I was pregnant she couldn't wait to get us all moved in.
Living together is mutually beneficial - money wise. Neither of us could afford to live separately.
I guess sometimes it all gets too much for her as she doesn't really have her own space anymore. She has a large bedroom and toilet, however, our son is always screaming to get in there and of course she is (seemingly) happy to let him in. I try and keep him away as much as I can but its not always possible.
Can anyone tell me their experiences of living with their grown up child and grandchild(ren)?
How can I make life easier for my mum? She is happy go lucky most of the time but I have noticed that it can get too much sometimes. We had the in laws staying last weekend so I think she found that overbearing too
myself and DP do all of the cooking and most of the cleaning. We don't take the piss in regards to childcare, but like I said, DS loves his nana and is always screaming for her - how to put a stop to that!!??
Any advice, shared experiences and tips would be greatly appreciated! 