"I think this is more controversial or unique than I thought it was, but my take is basically: If you're watching my kid, you can do it your way,"
"My baby has three sets of grandparents. They all do things very differently. As long as you're not crossing an explicit boundary that I've set that has to do with safety, I will not be complaining."
"My mother-in-law gave my baby button batteries in a container as a toy even though I was staunchly, 'Do it your way.' My mother-in-law lost those privileges real quick. I'm the same and you know what? People have fun watching my kid! Fully stocked village over here! As a babysitter for many families, this is what I want to hear! I don't want to be worried that I'm doing something wrong. My goal is to just keep that baby alive."
Some parents adopt a relaxed approach that lets grandparents and babysitters use their own routines as long as explicit safety boundaries are respected. Examples include allowing occasional late bedtimes, permitting screen time at grandparents' houses, and sharing photos while babysitting. Responses range from gratitude for flexible help to alarm when safety rules are violated, such as offering button batteries as toys leading to revoked privileges. Professional and informal caregivers express relief when not micromanaged. Tension exists between valuing caregiver autonomy for bonding and maintaining consistent rules for safety and behavior.
Read at TODAY.com
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