Marriage and Family Review
Volume 47, Issue 6, 2011, Pages 383-396

Grandparenting in Chinese immigrant families (Article)

Xie X.* , Xia Y.
  • a Department of Family, Consumer, and Nutrition Sciences, Northern Illinois University, 1425 West Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb, IL 60115-2828, United States
  • b Department of Child, Youth, and Family Studies, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, NE, United States

Abstract

In light of the life course perspective, this semistructured interview study with 29 grandparents involved in the caregiving of their grandchildren in Chinese immigrant families revealed three major themes: intergenerational connectedness and continuity of cultural practices, role varieties and responsibilities, and adjustment and adaptation. Despite immigration, Chinese grandparents continued the tradition of providing care to grandchildren. Although the grandparent role entailed responsibilities and there were adjustments to make when living in the new place, overall, grandparents considered their caregiving experiences positive. Support to these grandparents, however, was needed at both family and community levels to ensure their stay in the United States and their continuous contribution to their adult children's lives. © Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.

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DOI: 10.1080/01494929.2011.594218
ISSN: 01494929
Cited by: 18
Original Language: English