A Guide to Setting Grandparent Boundaries

Consistency is key when it comes to raising children, so it's important that grandparents understand — and follow — your rules. Let them know if the kids have to finish dinner before getting dessert, what they can watch on TV, and how many books to read before bedtime. This way your child can't pull the "but Grandma lets me do it!" card. But be prepared for the fact that grandparents do like to bend the rules!