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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To say the right thing at the right time, keep still most of the time. 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 GrandparentDo your adult children appreciate your advice? Jackie Kelleher writes about what a minefield giving advice to new parents can be, and why grandparents need to tread with caution. You don't need a windfall to build your grandchild's financial future. With a little creativity and consistency, most grandparents can find money they didn't know they had and put it to work for the people they love most. Read Creative Ways to Fund a Savings Account for Your Grandchild on the blog. Connecting with Your GrandchildrenHow do you keep young children busy when they visit? You don’t need to invest in a bunch of fancy toys. Read How Do I Keep My Grandchildren Entertained? A good non-fiction children’s book can take you and your grandchild on an unexpected adventure together. Read about “stumble upon learning” and why it can expand their world—and yours. Helping ParentsOn a recent episode of the Transformed by Birth podcast, DeeDee and host Britta Bushnell discussed how families can navigate the arrival of a new baby with greater understanding, clearer communication, and a shared commitment to building the village that every new family deserves. Find the episode here. If your grandchild is in the NICU, knowing how to help without overstepping is critical. We share real advice from NICU parents and grandparents about what support actually helps, when to visit, and how to manage your own emotions while being the support person your family needs in How Grandparents Can Support Parents During a NICU Stay. Gift IdeasWe All Play is a joyful celebration of playtime and the connection between children and the creatures who share our world. Author and indigenous artist Julie Flett includes a glossary of Cree words for the animals in the book, and her illustrations bring them to life. It’s fun to read out loud, and children love to repeat the simple text. Buy it now. Whether it’s a family dinner or a video chat, Conversation Cards for Kids will get even the quietest grandchild talking. From silly to deep, the questions in this quality pack will both entertain and help you learn more about each other. Check them out, along with the Funversation Cards, on Amazon. Does your grandchild have a birthday this month? Find the perfect gift for grandkids of all ages. 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!
Dear Reader, Last week I traveled to Chicago for a one-day summit on estrangement. While the city showed off with perfect weather and I met some incredible people, I can’t claim to have enjoyed the summit itself. It’s a heartbreaking topic, and the vast majority of attendees were parents who were estranged from their adult children. The room was filled with people desperate to find some new path towards reconciliation. My reason for going was simple: to be in the room with the leading...
As long as my grandchildren need and want me, I just want to be there with an open mind, open arms, and an open heart. ~Sharon Lovejoy 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 Trump Accounts opened for contributions on July 4, and grandparents...
Hello, Reader! I got a message from a grandmother-to-be (GTB) the other day asking for advice. Her daughter didn’t want a baby shower, and she didn’t like the idea of a “sip and sprinkle” after the baby was born. GTB also told me that her daughter had a very long baby registry, and she asked me what she should do. I wasn’t positive if she was more concerned about not being able to celebrate the baby, or about making sure the registry got filled. But here’s what I told her: “Respect her...