I'm Gen Z with baby boomer parents. They are more focused on my professional success than wanting grandchildren.

Wed, 07/31/2024 - 05:08

Sandrine Jacquot smiling and looking at the camera, she is sitting inside and has glasses on her head. A plant is behind her. — Sandrine Jacquot's parents aren't pressuring her to have kids.
Courtesy Sandrine Jacquot

I'm 23, and my parents are baby boomers.
They want me to be happy and successful, and aren't focused on whether I get married or have kids.
I feel lucky that they're not pressuring me to give them grandchildren anytime soon.

Every parent values different things for their children. My parents want me to work hard and succeed in whatever career path I choose as long as I'm happy.