What’s new in the Wonderful World of Grandparenting?
A Parenting Book Grandparents Should Read
Looking for a book to help you understand your grandchildren's upbringing and improve your relationships with everyone in your life? Check out our review of "Good Inside", a parenting book with practical advice on raising children with an emphasis on connection over control. Dr. Becky Kennedy believes that understanding a child's emotions is key to creating a strong bond with them, and this approach can also benefit relationships with spouses, parents, and friends.
Navigating Cultural Differences
Learn how to respect family culture as a grandparent in our latest blog post. From navigating cultural differences to embracing new traditions, we discuss the importance of celebrating each family's unique customs and values. Being open, curious, and respectful can lead to a closer relationship with your grandchildren. Join us in embracing diversity and supporting our families as they create their own unique family culture.
Tips for Talking About Grandparent Boundaries
Learn how grandparents can maintain a good relationship with their grandchild's parents by respecting boundaries in our latest blog post. Despite the prevalence of headlines about grandparents overstepping, most do not intentionally ignore boundaries. By starting conversations about boundaries early, grandparents can build a supportive partnership with parents and enjoy the rewards of being a grandparent. Read on for tips on how to communicate effectively with your grandchild's parents.
The Ultimate List of Boundaries for Grandparents
What if a simple list of grandparent boundaries and rules could transform your relationship with your adult children from walking on eggshells to genuine partnership? This comprehensive guide shows exactly what to do and what to avoid, plus the conversation starters that make discussing boundaries feel natural instead of confrontational.
Unconditional Love by Jane Isay
Unconditional Love is a must read for all grandparents who want to ensure they are tending to the relationship with their grandchild’s parents. It will help you understand the complicated family dimensions that are created when a new baby arrives. Whether you have a strong and wonderful relationship with your child and their partner or not, Isay provides solid advice for forming the bond you wish to form with your grandchildren.
Who Picks Grandparent Nicknames?
Choosing a grandmother or grandfather nickname is just the first step in establishing a healthy habit of respect and communication between parents and grandparents. Read on to find out who should have veto power over grandparent nicknames and why.
New Parents Need Space
Learn the importance of respecting boundaries and giving new parents space in this must-read blog post for grandparents. Discover how one grandmother's overeagerness led to hurt feelings and a strained relationship, and get practical tips on how to avoid similar conflicts. Don't miss out on this advice to help you be a supportive grandparent and strengthen your relationship with your adult children.
6 Ways to Help Expectant Parents
Being a supportive, loving grandparent starts during the pregnancy. Now is the time to set up habits that will help you avoid common grandparent mistakes and become an integral part of your grandchild’s life. Read this post for six creative ways to help new parents even before the baby comes.
Are You Driving Your Kids Crazy?
Research and technology have advanced parenting practices, but grandparents often think the old ways are better. Find out how little indications of a lack of respect for a parent's choices add up and can cause a true falling out. Learn how to address parent-grandparent misunderstandings and ensure everyone is on the same team for your grandchild's early years.
The Grandest Love: Inspiring the Grandparent-Grandchild Connection
In "The Grandest Love," author Jerry Witkovsky challenges grandparents to approach their role intentionally and with purpose, providing an action plan for building strong connections with their grandchildren. This book draws on Witkovsky's 25 years of research into grandparenting and includes valuable chapters on rebuilding trust and achieving forgiveness in strained family relationships. If you're a grandparent looking to make a difference in the lives of your grandchildren, "The Grandest Love" is a must-read.
How You Can Help Establish Healthy Grandparent Boundaries
Learn how clear boundaries in families can help avoid conflicts and misunderstandings between new parents and grandparents in this blog post. Discover why communication is key to establishing healthy grandparent boundaries. Clear parent-grandparent boundaries will lead to a more rewarding time with your grandchildren. Start the conversation today and create the necessary boundaries for a happy and healthy family dynamic.
When Grandparents Don't Listen to Parents
Learn 8 effective ways to be a better listener as a grandparent in this informative blog post. Listening is a crucial part of creating strong bonds and preventing misunderstandings with your grandchild's parents. By being present and really listening, you can show respect and care for your children and their families while navigating changing dynamics within your family.