We cover topics that matter to grandparents - and parents - such as concrete ways to help new parents, understanding new trends in child care, and meaningful ways to connect the generations. The resources and products we offer foster open communication, encourage healthy boundaries, and equip new grandparents with the tools they need to become a supportive partner to their grandchild's parents. Sign up for our newsletter to find out why grandparenting isn't about spoiling the grandkids anymore. Parents welcome!
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It is only in the heart that one can see rightly. What is essential is invisible to the eye. Each Saturday, we send you a roundup of articles and resources that will help you be a better grandparent. We may receive a commission for purchases made through affiliate links in this email. This is an easy and much appreciated way for you to support More Than Grand! Growing as a GrandparentIn today's blended families, the role of step-grandparents can be complex—and sometimes challenging. Through real stories and expert guidance, we explore how families navigate these relationships inAre Step-Grandparents Really Grandparents? A Guide for Modern Families. You probably know your new grandbaby needs tummy time. But do you really understand why? Pediatric physical therapist Trevor Carlson explains why it’s so important in Why Babies Need Tummy Time: A Guide for New Grandparents. Connecting with Your GrandchildrenGetting your grandchildren outside is incredibly important. We share ways to embrace the outdoors with your grandkids—just in time for Earth Day. If you want to impart a sense of wonder in your grandchildren, your home library needs Camp Granny by Sharon Lovejoy. Building on the legacy of her own grandmother, Lovejoy provides simple, inexpensive ideas for tapping into your grandchild’s curiosity and creativity. Helping ParentsWhen grandparents dismiss parents' concerns—even with the best intentions—it chips away at the trust that holds families together. Read what supporting new parents actually looks like, and how to make sure you're doing it. Sleep training is a hot topic in the parenting world. Learn about several sleep training methods and how grandparents can help support parents in What Grandparents Need to Know About Sleep Training. Gift IdeasMother’s Day is May 10. Find a special gift for the mothers of your grandchildren on our webpage with gifts for new parents. New moms especially love the thoughtfully curated gift boxes from Nurtured9, designed to support mothers during pregnancy and postpartum period. What about grandma? We love the idea of one of these picture books about grandmothers as a gift for a special grandmother. See our recommendations for everything from baby gear to books: Visit our Amazon Shop! Don't like how your name shows up in the salutation? Need to change your email address? Update your profile More Than Grand LLC | morethangrand.com |
Calling all new grandparents! (and parents, too!)
We cover topics that matter to grandparents - and parents - such as concrete ways to help new parents, understanding new trends in child care, and meaningful ways to connect the generations. The resources and products we offer foster open communication, encourage healthy boundaries, and equip new grandparents with the tools they need to become a supportive partner to their grandchild's parents. Sign up for our newsletter to find out why grandparenting isn't about spoiling the grandkids anymore. Parents welcome!
If becoming a grandmother was only a matter of choice, I should advise every one of you straight away to become one.~ Hannah Whithall Smith Each Saturday, we send you a roundup of articles and resources that will help you be a better grandparent. We may receive a commission for purchases made through affiliate links in this email. This is an easy and much appreciated way for you to support More Than Grand! Growing as a Grandparent Every new grandparent worries about this new role. The worries...
Dear Reader, I got an email a few days ago from a new grandmother who was struggling with an unexpected dynamic since her granddaughter was born: her younger daughter was jealous of the time she was spending with the baby. Knowing that her mom FaceTimed at a certain time each day, this daughter would routinely call during that time and be upset when she didn’t pick up. Sibling rivalry doesn’t disappear when our children become adults. When one of your children has a baby, your other children...
The latest from the More Than Grand blog is up on the website! What New Grandparents Worry About (And Why It's All Going to Be Okay) Published on March 17, 2026 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. Do you remember finding out you...