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[quote=Anonymous]Some of it is overall societal environment. My grandparents generation were blue-collar workers and when reaching retirement age, did not have the money to travel, buy expensive gifts and were physically worn-out so babysitting grandchildren was not the norm. Another reason for actions/inactions of current generation of grandparents might be the prevalence of second marriages. Mixing families (including adult children with kids) is very difficult. Many grandparents are in a position where their current spouse may not be welcomed or accepted. It is awkward (and often unsuccessful) to try and develop relationships with adult children and grandkids. [/quote]
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