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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.
Why You Should Read to Your Grandchildren
Discover the magic of connecting with your grandchildren through reading to them. Learn why reading to children is the most important indicator of academic success and how it boosts their language, cognitive, social, and emotional development. Plus, find tips on how to read to your grandchild through video chat.
What Grandparents Need to Know About Social Media Safety
Learn about social media safety for grandparents and the potential social media dangers for their grandchildren. Sharing personal information, photos, and posting information about their grandchildren online can lead to identity theft and expose them to malicious individuals. To safeguard your grandchildren, read this post to know what to avoid.
4 Ways to Show New Parents You Care
When a baby arrives, grandparents naturally center all their attention on the new little one—but the exhausted, overwhelmed parents in the room need just as much love. These four simple gestures can strengthen your relationship with your adult children and make you the support person every new parent hopes for.
Can Grandparents Spoil Their Grandchildren?
Most grandparents talk about spoiling their grandchildren like it's a perk of the job. But there's a better goal—one that's more rewarding for you and far less complicated for the parents.
The Essential Questions: Essential Reading for Grandparents
Sharing family stories is one of the most important things grandparents can do. Children love to hear those stories, and the stories matter. Keating’s book, The Essential Questions, will help grandparents share those stories and connect with their grandchildren.
What to Expect as a New Grandparent
Looking for new grandparent advice? When you are thinking about what to expect when you’re going to be a grandparent, worries may not be at the top of your list. But most new grandparents have some fears about what to expect on the grandparent journey. Here’s some advice to help new grandparents get past their worries and experience all the joy in their new role.
Playing Outdoors with Your Grandkids
Playing outdoors in the early years can help our grandchildren develop resilience, improve their motor skills, and even keep them healthy. Grandparents can provide these outdoor playing benefits by providing spaces and experiences to encourage outdoor play. Read on for ideas to help your grandkids connect with nature.
Hospital Etiquette for Grandparents: What New Grandparents Need to Know
The moment your grandchild is born, your instinct is to drop everything and get there. Before you do, there are a few things you need to know about hospital etiquette, and they can set the tone for your whole relationship.
The Best Children’s Books About Love
Finding Valentine's books your grandchildren will actually request—without making you cringe at the sappiness—is harder than it should be. These picks pass the repeat-reading test with flying colors.
Why Grandparents Don’t Respect Boundaries
Understanding why some grandparents struggle with boundaries is the key to building stronger family relationships and ensuring everyone feels respected and heard. Read on for practical advice for both parents and grandparents.
The Other Grandparents
Learn why it's crucial to get along with the other grandparents in your grandchild's life in our latest blog post. Discover the benefits of maintaining a positive relationship, such as providing a sense of security for your grandchild and minimizing conflicts. Plus, we'll share tips on how to foster a friendly relationship with the other grandparents, even if you live far away. Don't let grandparenting become a competition - prioritize your grandchild's well-being and work together as a team. Read now to learn more!