I'm 57 and helping raise my 6 grandchildren in a crowded multigenerational home. I thought my life would be easier by now.

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My husband and I moved in with my grandparents to save money. The temporary adjustment period was worth it.

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Four generations of a family moved in together. Their 'crazy dream' helps them save on childcare and elder care costs.

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Lily Telloyan's family
Lily and Alex Telloyan, center, moved in with Lily's parents and grandparents in 2024. Their son, Xander, was born in April 2025.

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My grandparents are 87 and 90 years old. They still babysit my 7 kids, and host an annual cousin sleepover every year.

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Lauren Brusie's grandparents (center) are very involved in their great-grandchildren's lives.

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My family took a weekend trip with my parents. They're still full-time caretakers to my younger siblings, so the time with my kids was priceless.

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The author's family with her parents in Vermont
The author, right, and her family went on a weekend trip with her parents, and it brought them all closer together.

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I'm a psychologist and grandmother of 6. Here are 6 ways grandparents can build better relationships with their kids and grandkids.

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Dale Atkins has six grandkids.

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My grandmother is 97. She's taught me to lean into what makes you happy, and that quality is better than quantity.

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The author's grandmother is now 97.

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My family lives nearly 2,000 miles away from my mom, but my kids are still close to their grandma

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The author's daughters reading with their grandmother on the Readeo app.
The author's family lives almost 2,000 miles from his mother, but his daughters stay close with her through regular FaceTime calls and reading together through the Readeo app.

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A week of taking care of my 8 and 2-year-old grandkids left me exhausted. It also taught me we all need a little grace.

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The author took care of her grandsons for a week.

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I wanted to be perfect like my grandmother. Then she asked me a question that changed my approach to life.

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The author's grandma was a perfectionist.

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