2. Con: Loss of personal freedom
With all of the happiness, grandparenting also comes with some challenges. For some of us, it might be easier than for others to overcome them, but we believe that you should be aware of all the aspects that you will have to deal with.
Of the pros and cons of grandparenting, we want to tell you more about the first con on our list. The loss of personal freedom is a big one, and it might be something that not many people think about at first.
It is true that having grandkids can be an amazing and transformative experience that will change how you see the world and how you interact with it, but what about your hobbies and your pastime activities?
Being a grandparent who chooses to spend time with the kids means being a grandparent who is ready to make some sort of sacrifice. Maybe you want to go somewhere this Christmas, but you also have to stay with your grandchildren. If you are not able to take them with you, you will need to stay at home with them.
Something like this can happen anytime, and you should be ready. If you think that you are able to manage a situation like this, great. But there are many other seniors who are not able to do it.
Putting your personal interests and hobbies aside is not for everyone, and when you are a grandparent, we think it is better to consider this.
