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Grandparent Estrangement: Resources That Can Help
Grandparent estrangement is one of the most painful things a family can go through. If you're living it, you don't have to navigate it alone. Here are the resources that can help.
Keep Your Grandkids Safe
Most childhood accidents are preventable, but only if you know what to watch for. These child safety tips for grandparents cover the most common causes of accidental injury in young children, and exactly what grandparents can do about each one.
Why It's So Hard to Bite Your Tongue as a Grandparent
Biting your tongue as a grandparent sounds simple: just don't say everything you’re thinking. But if it were that easy, nobody would need the advice. Here's why staying quiet can be so hard, and what helps make it easier.
Cooking with Your Grandchildren: A Guide for Toddlers and Preschoolers
The kitchen is one of the most powerful places to connect with your grandchildren (and one of the most memorable for them!). Here's how to make cooking together safe, fun, and age-appropriate from the very first visit.
The Maternal Grandmother Advantage: What Research Shows (and What It Means for You)
Research shows that maternal grandmothers are often closer to grandchildren, but the reason for the maternal grandmother advantage is more complex than plain genetics. Understanding why it exists changes what every grandparent can actually do about it.
How Much Time Should Grandparents Spend with Grandchildren?
How often should grandparents see their grandchildren? Is there even a right answer? Articles that give you a number are missing the point. The right answer depends on your family, and here's a practical framework for finding it.
Supporting New Parents Means Believing Them
When grandparents dismiss parents' concerns — even with the best intentions — it chips away at the trust that holds families together. Here's what supporting new parents actually looks like, and how to make sure you're doing it.
Everything You Need to Know About Grandparenting Classes
More grandparent classes exist than most people realize—and they're not all created equal. Here's a clear breakdown of every format and what each one actually covers, so you can choose the right one for you.
How to Make Your Home a Place Grandchildren Actually Want to Visit
Grandchildren who love coming to your house don't love it because of the toys. They love it because of how it feels to be there—and because their parents feel good about bringing them. Here's how to create a home that welcomes everyone.
Caring for a Toddler and a Newborn: A Grandparent's Guide
Caring for a toddler and a newborn is a shortcut to frazzled nerves for many a grandparent. These strategies make it not just manageable, but genuinely enjoyable—for everyone in the room.
What New Grandparents Worry About (And Why It's All Going to Be Okay)
Every new grandparent worries about this new role. The worries are different for everyone, but the underlying feeling that you're somehow behind, out of step, or about to say the wrong thing is nearly universal. Here's what grandparents worry about most, and why it’s a sign that you’re getting it right.
Babyproofing for Grandparents: Creating a Safe Haven for Your Grandchild
Your home was perfectly safe for your own children, but a lot has changed since then. This room-by-room guide helps grandparents get their homes ready quickly, confidently, and before anyone gets hurt.