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11 Things Grandparents Should Never Do

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11 Things Grandparents Should Never Do

In: Toxic Grandparents 8 Min read

Even the most well-meaning grandparents sometimes overstep their bounds. That’s OK. Grandparenting isn’t an exact science and it involves a learning curve, just like parenting. But there are certain things that grandparents should never EVER do, no matter how well-meaning they are. Here are 11 of them. 1. Overrule the parents Have you ever been […]

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These 7 telltale signs of a narcissistic grandmother will help you identify and label narcissistic abuse in your family, and protect your kids from it.

7 Signs Your Kids Have a Narcissistic Grandmother

In: Narcissism, Toxic Grandparents 8 Min read

A narcissistic mother (or a toxic mother-in-law) controls, abuses, and manipulates her children. Why would she be any different as a grandmother? The following are 7 telltale signs of a difficult or narcissistic granny. Signs of a Narcissistic Grandmother 1. She Has No Respect. Respect for other people doesn’t come easy to her. She wants […]

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Why You Shouldn’t Accept Gifts from Your Toxic Mother-in-Law

In: Family Ties, Toxic Mother-in-Law 6 Min read

A gift is by definition a selfless offering. But when you’re dealing with a toxic mother-in-law, beware of gifts with long, wiry strings attached to them. You might be thinking: why would my mother-in-law give me gifts? She hates me! It’s precisely to hide that fact a toxic mother-in-law will give you gifts or offer […]

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Going No Contact with a Narcissistic Grandmother

In: Narcissism, Narcissistic Mother, Toxic Grandparents 11 Min read

Family is everything. How many times have you heard this phrase? Many times, I bet. As a culture, we idealize family. Family means closeness, love, support, loyalty, and a deep connection to our roots. When we say of a friend “She/he is like family to me,” we mean to say that they have entered our […]

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10 Ways a Narcissistic Grandmother Can Harm Your Children

In: Emotional Abuse, Narcissism, Toxic Grandparents 10 Min read

In fairy tales, a grandmother is a warm and fuzzy creature that acts as a mentor to the young protagonist. She is a silver-haired benefactress full of wisdom and kindness (think: fairy godmother). But what if your kids’ grandmother is more like the witch from “Hansel and Gretel?” You might be dealing with a “difficult” […]

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15 Signs of a Toxic Grandparent and How to Deal with Them

In: Difficult Parents, Most Popular Posts, Narcissistic Mother, Toxic Grandparents, Toxic Mother-in-Law 18 Min read

This blog post will help you recognize 15 warning signs of a toxic grandparent and deal with them with confidence and clarity. When you’re in a relationship with someone who mistreats you, it’s common to hear advice like “dump him immediately.” However, when it comes to an abusive family member, the response often shifts to […]

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