Grandparents are not always endearing and tender. There are also manipulative and conflictive ones that can create discomfort and family confrontations.

The appropriate attitude of grandparents in the family scenario would depend on knowing how to set limits. A grandchild who has a grandparent who focuses only on himself suffers the consequences. Parents can follow some guidelines to ensure that the role of grandparents is balanced in order to ensure a safe and respectful space for the child, says Montse Díaz, a psychologist in Madrid.