New mom is horrified to find that her mother-in-law let her newborn sleep in a Boppy overnight, with no food for 7 hours straight!
Gazala also added, “Generational perspectives heavily influence parenting conflicts, as older generations often rely on outdated practices they believe to be effective. Modern parenting approaches are rooted in scientific research and guidelines, which may be seen as unnecessary or overly cautious to older caregivers/grandparents.”
According to our expert, such a clash can create tension, especially when grandparents perceive new practices as a critique of their parenting or a threat to their parental authority. Gazala also stressed that adherence to safe sleep practices is important so as to prevent risks and accidental suffocation.
Lastly, she concluded, “In order to convey this urgency to the older caregivers, parents need to communicate assertively, equipping themselves with evidence-based information, and have collaborative conversations with them. These modern safety practices need to be viewed as necessary precautions rather than criticisms to foster better understanding.”Well, looks like the grandma needs to amp up her caregiving education and adapt to the changing times, instead of putting the baby at risk.
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