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[quote=Anonymous]Agreeing with everyone recommending being direct and firm. Obviously, be as kind as possible, but be direct. I have a similar dynamic but w/ my father. He is frail and unsteady but refuses to acknoweldge his limitations. I was extremely uncomfortable having him hold our babies or try to move anywhere. So I just had to lay down some rules. He could never carry a baby anywhere, was never left alone w/ a baby (though we didn't say that - we just made sure someone else always was close by), and I told him very directly that I just wasn't comfortable that he could catch a squirming baby if need be. it's really tough to do, but you just keep the welfare of your child in the forefront of your mind. It's your job to protect the baby. If Grandma isn't safe and/or won't take necessary precautions, then Grandma doesn't get to be alone with the baby. Good luck. Glad to hear that your husband agrees with you - that's at least half the battle![/quote]
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