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Children need love, especially when they do not deserve it. 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 GrandparentWhat is body autonomy and how does it protect your grandchildren? Read this post to find out why and how to support your grandchildren's right to say no to unwanted physical contact. Adopting a philosophy of “slow living” can be hard in our fast-paced world, but it can be a powerful model to our grandchildren. Find out more about how and why it’s beneficial to slow down. Connecting with Your GrandchildrenHave you ever thought about moving so you can be closer to your grandchildren? Learn key considerations, communication tips, and alternatives for staying connected inShould Grandparents Move Closer to Grandchildren? Benefits, Challenges, and How to Decide. Running out of time doesn't mean settling for gifts your grandchildren will forget by New Year's. We share last-minute gift ideas that take minutes to arrange, but create year-round connection instead of clutter in Last-Minute Holiday Gifts That Build Connection. Helping ParentsNavigating digital media is one of the biggest stressors of modern parenting, and in some families, parents say grandparents are making those struggles even harder. Read Parents set limits. Grandparents hand over the iPad. Welcome to the new family feudon Yahoo Life. Understanding parents' approach to raising your grandchildren makes it easier to support them. We cover some of the most popular philosophies in What Grandparents Need to Know About Popular Parenting Methods. Gift IdeasSmall children are still learning about the magic of the changing seasons. Cozy up with a cup of cocoa and read one of these picture books about winter to your grandchild. By popular demand, here are the links to our gift guides for your convenience. Thank you so much for your support by using our affiliate links! The Best Gifts for Preschoolers The Best Gifts for Kids Ages 5-10 The Best Gifts for Grandparents The Best Gifts for New Parents If you found this valuable, forward it to a friend! More Than Grand LLC | morethangrand.com |
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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, When my oldest children were in elementary school, my husband was stationed in North Carolina. Rather than living on the military base, we lived near a rural town, surrounded by pine forests and tobacco fields. I loved that our children were growing up in a place where the pace of life was slow, where they could roam and play as I had as a child, and where the people were hard working and family-focused. It seemed idyllic. Until one day at the community pool, when I overheard a...
Shall we make a new rule of life from tonight: always to try to be a little kinder than is necessary?~ J.M. Barrie 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 Wondering how to be a better grandparent? The answer might be closer than you think....
Hello, Reader! Ah, February! The month we make a concerted effort to let people know that we love them! Also: the month that retailers tempt us with a zillion heart-shaped things that our grandchildren DO NOT NEED! They don’t need another stuffed animal. They don’t need heart-covered PJ’s. They just need to know that you love them, and there are far better ways to tell them than giving them gifts for every occasion. The best way is to give them your time and attention, and I shared some ways...