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Helping New Parents DeeDee Moore Helping New Parents DeeDee Moore

(Un)Helpful Grandparents: When Good Intentions Go Awry

Grandparents' good intentions can sometimes have unintended consequences for parents. Learn why parents complain about grandparents overstepping boundaries when they try to help. Avoid friction and resentment by understanding parent needs and respecting their boundaries. Gain insights from relatable stories and practical tips and find out what an outhouse has to do with grandparents being unhelpful.

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“Grandma’s House, Grandma’s Rules”

Discover why popular grandparenting quotes can lead you astray and harm your relationship with your grandchildren and their parents. Explore the problems behind sayings about grandparents like "Grandma's house, Grandma's rules," "Grandparenting is a do-over," "Grandparents and grandchildren get along so well because they have a common enemy," and "Spoil 'em and send 'em home."

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How to Throw a Meal-Prep Baby Shower

Grandparents can help new parents by organizing a meal-prep shower! This practical twist on a baby shower is a creative way to celebrate a new baby’s arrival and help parents at the same time. A meal-prep party is an especially thoughtful way to celebrate a 2nd or 3rd baby’s birth. Read on for how to plan a meal-prep baby shower for a new parent.

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10 Tiny Things You Need if You Take Your Grandkids Anywhere

What should a prepared grandparent keep in their purse or pocket? If you want to be prepared for any occasion, read our list of suggested items to have on hand when you take your grandchild anywhere. From small toys to emergency items, these 10 things should be in every grandparent’s bag of tricks.

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