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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Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things. 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 GrandparentWhen you first heard your new grandchild's name, did your heart sink a little? You're not alone—many grandparents struggle with names they find too modern, old-fashioned, or weird. Discover why your initial reaction is normal and what never to say to the parents in What to Say When You Hate Your Grandbaby’s Name. Are you grandparenting from a distance? Learn proven strategies for connecting with your grandchildren in a self-paced course at Grandparents Academy. Register or find out more now. Connecting with Your GrandchildrenThe things we say to our grandchildren can have a lasting effect. Make sure you aren’t unintentionally making your grandchild feel insecure by reading It's Time To Stop Saying These 6 Phrases To Your Grandkids. Here's Why. Knowing where you are in the world, and where the people you love are, helps make sense of the universe. The ideas in this blog post about an exploration-themed care package shows your grandkids that you value exploration, while giving them something new to learn and do! Helping ParentsIf you are expecting your first grandchild, you’ve probably started visiting the Baby Gap website. Before you start your shopping, First-Time Grandparent Baby Registry Shopping Tips shares some important things to keep in mind. Do you know the reasons that many parents don’t want their child’s picture posted on the internet? Read What Grandparents Need to Know About Social Media Safety to learn that and more. Gift IdeasSee more ideas for fun in the kitchen with grandkids in our Amazon storefront!
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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!
Consider instead that along with being caretakers, we are role models, teachers, historians, storytellers, confidants, mentors, and most importantly, trusted examples of how to love and be loved. ~ Marianne Waggoner Day 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...
What a bargain grandchildren are! I give them my loose change, and they give me a million dollars' worth of pleasure.~ Gene Perret 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 DeeDee will be talking about "What Today's Parents Wish Every...
Dear Reader, Last week I had the extraordinary privilege of helping to take care of my nephew's twins for the better part of three days. It was completely unexpected: I was visiting my mother when one of my sisters sent out an SOS to the other four of us. The twins' daycare was closed for the week (a scheduled closure), and my nephew's mother-in-law had volunteered to take care of them. But she'd ended up in the ER with heart trouble and would be out of commission for at least a week. Their...