discuss Is It a Good Idea to Live Next to Your Parents After Marriage?

[theearner]

I love my parents dearly and strongly prefer the idea of living close to them after marriage for several reasons. It would bring them comfort, ensuring they never feel lonely or neglected.

By living nearby, I can assist them with daily tasks such as shopping, giving them a ride to town, or simply providing some company.
What do you think about this idea? Let’s discuss.

 

[Kross]

I think this is rather upsurd. You should not be sentimental when it comes to making decisions that can affect destinies and human relations. Caring for your parent is not bad, but it will not be bad if you can pay a maid to assist them in certain areas where necessary while you can be paying a visit occasionally. You need to enjoy your marriage to the fullest and not box-in your wife. However, you need to give her the opportunity make the decision.

 

[Dr. A]

There is no hard and fast rule as to where one should relocate post marriage. It is entirely dependent on the nature of both parents and the couple. Some people live nearby but are useless and some despite being faraway actually cater for the needs of their parents via various means. Some parents can be demanding and therefore living nearby may be stressful to the couple, hence a lot of factors needs to be considered when deciding what's best for the couple.

 

[Fidelia1]

I think it's not a bad idea. I'd love to see my kids around when I'm old. It however the decision of the couple to make. Personally, I see nothing wrong in leaving with my parents especially if we all are compatible and can live without much stress