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Boundary Setting

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Carolyn Hax: When Free Day Care Becomes a Family Burden
family1 month ago

Carolyn Hax: When Free Day Care Becomes a Family Burden

A woman expresses frustration over her neighbor's family relying on her for childcare and criticizing her for letting their daughter watch certain shows and eat snacks, leading her to consider ending the arrangement, but an advice columnist suggests setting clear boundaries and communicating that her home is a welcoming space with rules, rather than cutting off the relationship entirely.

Teen Babysitter Declines Repeat After Incident, Faces Criticism
society2 months ago

Teen Babysitter Declines Repeat After Incident, Faces Criticism

A teenage babysitter refused to babysit a neighbor's child again after the child caused damage to his Nintendo Switch and exhibited unruly behavior, citing the need to protect his own property and well-being. The neighbor was upset, calling him ungrateful, but many online supported the teen's decision, emphasizing the importance of boundaries and responsibility in babysitting situations.