Of course they should. We as parents are NOT entitles to a babysitter.
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Yes you should pay her if you don’t like it find a babysitter that you don’t know and pay them
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You obviously don’t value your grandma’s time… maybe you should emulate your well behaved child
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If it wasn’t for her you would be paying double 💁
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Well I’m about grandma and I babysit for free and I’m be sure if your grandma didn’t need it she wouldn’t ask she’s probably on a fixed income and kids have to eat,drink,snacks and I’m sure she stays at her home not yours so just pay it it’s cheaper than a stranger babysitting and plus you can trust grandma to be kind to yourkids
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Yes. She raised her kids its not her job to watch yours. Shes not asking for much.
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If you were just going out to dinner and she watched your kid, no. But as a regular job - absolutely. Because it is a job and you’d have to pay anyone else. Someone you trust that loves your child is doing it, and a hell of a lot cheaper.
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We should get paid just like someone else.takes a lot of time and effort to watch young children at our ages.
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I ADORE my grand babies, but bbsitting is a lot of hard work and responsibility, no matter how easy your child is. I don’t think you realize that her even being willing to commit to this on a weekly basis is huge!! Trust me, she is worth it. And the offer is more than reasonable. And she loves them!!
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I say why not pay family they’re helping you out so ain’t you supposed to help them out just saying
Entitled is what he sounds like. 65 is nothing and I’m sure she still pays for things out of her own pocket. Do you at least send him with food and snacks? I know when my family watched my daughter, they didn’t want$. I would buy them food or other things to show them my appreciation. You sound very unappreciated and entitled .
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Yes, they should get paid. They’re working when they babysit. HELLO!!! How stingy & uncaring are you!!!
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There’s no nice way of saying this but you sound like an ahole. So just bc she’s related to u she should be committed to watch your son weekly without any compensation. And your livid?? R u kidding me?? Lmao what a joke
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- its your grandma meaning its that little boys great grandma so shes done watching kids
- Yes you pay a daycare why not pay her
Im talking from experience I would pay my grandma 200 a month to watch my daughter now we have an agreement where if she needs anything i pay for it as she is sick and my whole family pitches in to help watch her so i can work full time
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I pay my mom 300 a month, gives her a little extra money and it gives me piece of mind
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I think it is only fair she be compensated for her time. Though she is grandma and loves her grandbaby i am sure that the small amount of money she is gettin helps her out and the safety and peace of mind knowing your baby is with someone you know and trust should be beneficial to you. If she is watching him around 12 hours per week shes only making around $5 an hour which is an amazing price for quality trusted childcare 
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That’s nothing … poor granny
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My mother watches my children and doesnt ask for a penny, nor does my brother or dad or cousins or grandparents. They enjoy it and even get upset if I ask to keep the kids home that night. That sucks your family doesnt see it as a loving, bonding, ‘happy to have them’ kind of time and rather ‘I’m not babysitting for nothing’. I wish you had some more support but if she demanding it, it’s best to pay it, try to compromise a price or find someone else 
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Shame on you for being “LIVID” . pay her and be thankful that it’s only $65 .
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It’s all a personal choice. If someone wants to be paid then you pay em or move on… right? 
Years ago I would pay my Mom when she babysat & I was working in her business; No problem, if I was making money she would too. If I was going out, then she was babysitting as Gma & DN get paid.
Well…I can understand both sides, I never left my kids with any relative for more than a few hours, I always paid someone,else when I worked. Sometimes, their Father would take care for a weekend and give me a break. So I guess if I had to pay a relative I would. If they want a visit with the kids, then it should be a visit.
It’s not her child. Plus, that’s way cheaper than if your kid was in daycare. I don’t care her age, she’s done raised her kids. Doesn’t mean she has to raise yours too 
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You should feel lucky that shes willing to do it at all and espcially for that cheap if you took your child anywhere else they would charge you a lot more than that
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You should pay Her. Does She help him learn stuff, play with him, do crafts within, make food for him? This is the best babysitter because you know that he is safe. Pay her. She’s saving you money, stress and worrying.
It’s a job to watch a child. No one owes you anything…
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$65 is a lot cheaper than a week of daycare. I would count my blessings if I were you.
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Well whoever asked this question might actually feel like a pretty shitty mom / grand daughter. Have any of you looked at the âge of the grandma ? 62 ? Did any of you thought she was a young mom ? Responsible enough to have a job for few hours ? And maybe not making enough money to feed herself ? Have any of you thought about a kind comment or even a slightly not insulting one ? Not saying she’s right in any way but she’s asking for experience, she’s asking to see what other people do. She never ask to be mom shamed 
If it makes you mad then maybe you should find someone else to watch your child
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I am very fortunate that I have my parents to help watch my 4 kids at no charge while my husband and I work fulltime. However I know they don’t have to watch my kids because my kids are my husband and my responsibility, so I help watch my handicap brother so they can go out and enjoy their lives too, I’ve bought them a trip to Hawaii, buy them gifts all the time and take them out to eat and take them traveling with my husband, my kids and once a year… My parents never asked for anything and loves having g my kids over their house all the time…
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Yes, pay the elderly lady. She deserves it.
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What would be the point of working then? My mother would love to watch my kids that much a week
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I watch both our GrandBabies while mom and dad work! That’s to help them money wise and because who trust their baby in daycare now of days! I am a stay at home mom still at 42 just had a baby 1 n half ago n our first grandbaby one of them I watch is 1 So it’s not something I specially staying home not working to watch GrandBabies! Still home with our youngest ones! N I’d rather have my GrandBabies here with me and her uncles and auntie then someone don’t know can’t trust! Let’s our son n daughter work not worrying of their babies! So they can do jobs right n stay focused! If I didn’t have a baby same year had our first grand child n went back to work then I probably would not watch them as much! Love my Baby our last born n GrandBabies growing up together, close they are all very close no matter what age! From 28-1 it’s a beautiful thing! 
Can all u guys do math? You are bashing this woman for working 12 hours a week and paying her own grandmother?
Wow someone sounds entitled!! She doesnt HAVE to watch YOUR kid!! He/she can go to daycare and you can private pay a licensed provider 
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Yes, she’s on a fixed income! Your not! Can you live on what she gets? Think about it!
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I would love to know what this lady thinks now
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How much do you make? Do you supply all food drinks snacks and entertainment? Does she really need the money? I would not personally take money to watch my grandbaby
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Ummmm… she should absolutely be paid. She already put her time in raising kids. She is doing you a favor by making it easy for you.
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Shit i pay my mom in Starbucks 
Anyone who is not the child’s parent should be paid for watching said child. Period.
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That money probably goes to food for meals and snacks for the child for the week.
You’re not making enough. Money is already tight- you need to discuss this with her.
I’m 62 have a 9 n 6 yr old to watch every day…I dont charge my daughter
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You should be happy a stranger isn’t watching your child. I’m sure your grandma isn’t made of money. Daycare isn’t free or cheap. If you can’t pay her that at least give her something… that is the least you can do.
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I thought this group was supposed to be positive and not to put others down! Like damn she was asking for advice and some of the shit you guys say are down right wrong…glad i dont ask for advice on her…and if she asked to watch him then no dont pay her. I think 65 dollars a week is ridiculous…family watches for free i havent paid anyone in my daughter family to watch her.
Take them to child care and see what they charge, she should have some money for what she is doing and not feel like being used
Omg!!! How dare u… I paid my mom 100 a day to watch my 1year old and she probably takes care of her better than I do… no stranger would take care of ur child like a mom or grandma… they are the best babysitter. Stop being ungrateful to her… she is doing u a favor plus no one will do it for less money and if they do believe that they won’t take care of him like she does… 
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I personally think it shouldn’t be demanded. You know you help family out. But if you ever get paid a little extra give her some a little. That’s what I think. But my family always demanded it so I just didnt work. I didnt get paid enough to pay Bill’s and pay them
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My sister paid her nanny 1400 a month. When she quit I came out to help and got nothing which sucked big time because I could’ve made money if I stayed home. Pay your grandma if you can.
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You sound entitled. It’s your grandma, which means she didn’t birth your child, but your parent. So you need to check with the local daycare how much they charge vs what grandma is asking for, I guarantee grandma is cheaper. Oh by the way do you provide food, diapers etc, does she have to cook said food? MY point is if she cooks and has to wash them up that’s water, gas, and electricity all that goes up for everyone in your home her allowance for usage is calculated by the utility companies so extra ppl costs extra just do the right thing by her, NOT HER CHILD NOT HER JOB.
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Wow… so you want to get paid but want her to do for NOTHING… You self ENTITLED cheap skate… She’s working for you… taking on YOUR responsibility and denying herself her time… which she’s earned… Family aren’t there just for you… you’d have to pay ANYONE else… Why should family do it for what love… free… you’re earning for your TIME… I’m sure she only asked BECAUSE she needs it… Otherwise she’d not ask… HOW selfish some people are when asking family to care for their children…
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Yes, she should be paid!
Put your kid in daycare.
You won’t complain about what your grandma is asking 
She is helping you out. You should help her out.
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Try daycare and see what it cost you .plus so many things can happen to them .At least he is with someone who loves him.
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Sorry but that’s less than $22 a day, cheap as chips! If Grandma feeds your son and takes him places she’s basically covering her costs and if I’m guessing correctly Grandma is no doubt a pensioner so not made of money.
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Can you get subsidy to pay her if money is tight?
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I watched my nephew at $35/day from 3pm to 1030pm. I think you should pay her. Now for random date nights or if my kids want a sleep over of course no payment would ever be accepted but when I’m doing it 3 days a week, feeding, entertaining, bathing, teaching and rearranging my day so you can work… Money definitely comes into play
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She is committing to be available for those hours…for you. She is caring for your child…for you. She is asking for the money…for you, so you learn to appreciate when people go out of their way to help you. You need to give her a big hug and apologize for confusing her with a servant, put on earth to make your life easier. What have you done for her lately? Besides bitch about $65? Call her and see when you can pick up your birthday present? Do you cut her grass? Wash her car? Why do you think she should provide daycare for free? Because you are such a gift from the heavens dropped down to make her life so extra-special? Come on…
Yes I think that rate grandma is asking is very generous toward you. Also a little extra for her is good for her and your child is looked after.
yes if its an on going thing
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Yes, Grandma should be paid to watch the kid while you work.
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Of course you should pay her. You would have to pay daycare or anyone who would watch him.
I’m a little bitter on this subject because my father in law wants us to pay him $20 a day and use our car to take him to school and pick him up. Yet when I have vacation and don’t have to work, or if we want date night or want to have a night off, they offer to watch without payment. I feel like if I’m working, you want to charge me but if I want a day off it’s free? Confused much
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Well I don’t think your mom signed up to raise another child for free… she kinda already did her job with you
If you don’t want to pay someone you trust then pay a daycare
Sheesh rude
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Grandmothers are the best baby sitters you can find… She deserve the money… She could go out to work but she would rather work for her Grandchild… Pay her out look for another place for your child while you work… It’s just fare
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pay her he is safe and secure and i am sure she is there for you at anytime
So entitled aren’t we!?
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Take you’re kid to day care. Jess getting the best possible care with your family, and you want that for free, but you’ll pay a stranger to watch your kid, and not be mad about it… let that sink in…
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I pay my mum to watch my boys whilst my husband and I work and honestly I’d never have it any other way, I’m taking time away from her own life to watch my babes just so I can save a bit of cash and have peace of mind… you should absolutely pay nanny
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How much would you “pay” for peace of mind? He’s with someone who loves and cares for him and he is safe…I don’t mean to be rude but your “livid” equates to being very selfish…I’d pay her double!
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🤷 man I would of loved that option if I had it and wouldn’t complain one bit I payed my husband grandma 200$ a week that was way cheaper then childcare for my two boys and there are easy kids too for me it’s like this I don’t pay my sister or my mom to watch my kids if I go out on a date with my husband we only go on a few dates a year but your grandma is doing this weekly for you I mean it’s only fair
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I suppose you work for nothing? Your mum probably needs the money.
That’s less than we pay for my stepson. His grandmother watches him for two hours before school, takes him to karate once or twice a week, and he spends one night a week with her. She does his homework sometimes, even with us telling her not to do it. I think a month its about $400 but that covers the cost of gas and food and if she wants to do something special with him.
That’s fair! Give her some money lol.
If she’s not doing it because she wants too then abso friggen lutely. She’s old and doesn’t have the energy.
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When I was little, my grandparents took care of my sister and I everyday. We would get on and off the school bus at their house. They also watched us for a few hours on Friday or Saturday night so our parents could go out on a date together. My grandparents provided breakfast every morning before school and lunch too during the summer. I’m not sure how much my parents paid my grandparents, but I know they did on a weekly basis. I am 51 years old and my grandparents are now gone, but I will tell you they were the best “daycare ever!” I have many fond memories of them and miss them very much!
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Yes we pay my mom to watch ours it’s the least you could do just cause it’s family doesn’t mean you can take advantage
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If she is watching consistently I would have asked in advance what she felt is fair. $22/day is a great rate covers food and if they plan an activity. She probably loves the time with your son but maybe she either needs the money or is using it towards him anyways.
I had to pay rent and child care to my mom. She didn’t make my kids I did.
Pay her children are a whole different story when momma isn’t around trust me I have a few
Why would you rather pay a stranger than your own family?! I’d give her more than she asks if u have it
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I pay my dad 250 a week. To help watch my kids, however for a date night occasionally he will watch them for free. Now I will add he’s never once asked me out right for money, but has asked me for gas or to buy food. I’m currently on a vacation for a week as we speak and I paid my dad 1000$ to watch them(3 girls ages 14,12,10) the entire week including pick up and drop off to school lunches food cleaning up after them cooking. Again he never asked but they are my kids and it’s no one else job but mine to pay for them. You’re mother is older and needs the money. Same as my dad and she’s the same age. If it’s a problem you can go find an outside daycare and pay min 40 per day. Seems like your just paying for food for your child to be there.
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Honestly she cut you a deal. $65 a week is like peanuts when it comes to childcare. Don’t be selfish and pay her she’s already raised her kids she doesn’t have to raise yours
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Yes, you should pay them
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Is she taking time out of her day to help you? Commute and provide while you’re away? Then yes. If you would have to pay a stranger then why not family. It’s not an obligation to have free child care
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If not happy with $65 a week put them in daycare problem solved 
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Apparently I’m the odd ball out on this one… our family helps each other out and we don’t pay each other ever… blood is blood its paid in love and hugs and kisses and the Joy’s of seeing them grow up and knowing they are safe my grandma and great grandma watched me my great grandma watched my mom and aunt my grandma and mom watched my daughter when I needed them… and now I dont my husband and I make our schedules work together so they are with one of us at all times now every once in a while him mom will watch them but we never pay… we dont really have the funds for it either maybe that’s why it’s never been a problem for us
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I personally would do it for free anytime with my grand babies is a blessing it’s like it’s not like it’s an inconvenience and it helps family out at the same time
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$65, be grateful that’s all you have to pay.
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If you dont want to pay the $65, take him to daycare and pay twice that, you should be grateful she’s willing to help out.
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And does she feed him ?
Women who believe family owes em free anything kill me. Be an adult. Daycare isnt free. You sound really pitiful.
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Be thankful she is able and willing tonwatch your child? And for so cheap! Imagine what you’d be paying for daycare?! Keep in mind, she doesnt HAVE to do anything for you.
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That’s less than minimum wage. Stop bitching and stop using your grandma. Pay her or find other arrangements 
U should be thankful that you have a family member willing to help you at all u need to GROW Up
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Yes!!! It is selfish not to pay her. She could not watch him and do other things with her time and you could pay someone who actually DEMANDS $600 a month!! This makes me so mad!! Appreciate and respect her!! She is not expected to watch your child nor is she expected to for free. Get off that high horse!!
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You should feel relieved that Family is watching your child.Give her a little spending money once a week it won’t hurt and in return the child is being raised with alot of Love which is priceless
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My family would do it for free because spending time with my daughter is what they look forward to but I probably would still offer a little something or take my family member to lunch or dinner and pay for it if they didn’t want to take money. They are taking time out their day (even if they want to) to help me out so the lease i can do is that.
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