The joys of intergenerational cohabitation.
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We’re nearing the end of our monthslong spell living with my parents, which is bittersweet. On the one hand, everyone will miss the closeness we’ve fostered since May. My girls will miss those daily snuggles from grandma and the games of “grandpa monster.” On the other, I won’t miss the running commentary on my coffee consumption. I asked my husband what’s been the hardest for him about living with his in-laws, and his immediate response was, “Overhearing the news.” I refer to my mother as “the queen of darkness,” because she cannot resist announcing every depressing headline over breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. |
Which is why my husband and I identified with this warm and honest piece by Christen Madrazo, about what it’s been like for her — and her husband — to move back in with her parents during the pandemic. As Christen so thoughtfully puts it, “Figuring out marriage while parenting is hard. Figuring out marriage while parenting in front of a live audience of in-laws is even harder.” |
On the relationship front, we also have a piece by Danielle Campoamor about the toll the pandemic has taken on many relationships. Though it’s too soon to know the long-term effects, about 20 percent of couples reported fighting more since lockdown began, according to one poll. |
Also this week, we have a fascinating piece by Jill Waldbieser about how loud our children actually are (apparently, as loud as vacuum cleaners), and how to get them to turn it down several notches. Christina Caron, our NYT Parenting staff reporter, has an extremely helpful explainer about how to tell if your kid’s coughs are allergies, colds or coronavirus (a fun game we’ll all be playing for months to come). And finally, we have a guide from Erika R. Cheng, Ph.D., and Tracey A. Wilkinson, M.D., who are both assistant professors of pediatrics at the Indiana University School of Medicine, about how to choose the pediatrician that’s right for you and your family. |
THIS WEEK IN NYT PARENTING |
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| Parenting can be a grind. Let’s celebrate the tiny victories. |
My 4-year-old who recently dropped her nap fell asleep today trying to find Waldo. I spent the quiet time watching the Taylor Swift documentary on Netflix. Best book ever!— Ellen Oliver, New York City |
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