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Am I selfish for wanting less regular childcare for my grandchildren?

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YvesA · 25/07/2026 00:48

I watch my grandchildren one day sometimes 2 days a week , they are 4 and 2 year old twins . I’m finding it exhausting , my hip hurts and my back aches . It takes 2 days to recover . I love them and want to enjoy them but frankly I’m finding it really hard . I know they will not be this age for long but I kinda just want a more free retirement with occasional babysitting instead of childcare , what do I do ? Am I being selfish ?

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GOODCAT · 25/07/2026 10:49

You are not being selfish. You need to have a conversation.

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