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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Hello again! Here’s what’s happening This Week in the Wonderful World of Grandparenting. 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 GrandparentOur grandchildren learn best by example. When we model generosity, they’ll learn what sharing truly is. Read Teaching Our Grandchildren to Share for unexpected ways to teach this important value. “The art of contemporary grandparenting requires mindfulness, intentionality, and navigating boundaries.” In a recent episode of the How To! podcast, Marilyn MacEntyre and Shirley Showalter, authors of The Mindful Grandparent, share the wisdom they’ve gained as elders to 12 grandchildren. Listen now. Connecting with Your GrandchildrenConnection Sparks is full of over 400 ways to truly connect with your grandchild, from before they are born through the teen years. It’s so much more than a list of activities—though those are there, too! The price goes up at the end of July--get yours now! If you love reading to your grandchildren, you’ll be pleased to know it’s one of the most important things you can do for a child. If you haven’t started yet, you’ll want to after reading Why You Should Read to Your Grandchildren. Helping ParentsSleep 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. What happens when new grandparents focus on the baby and forget about nurturing parents? Find out in 4 Ways to Show New Parents You Care. Gift IdeasThe perfect way to show tired new parents how much you care is to give them a gift that is says, “You matter to me.” The luxury gift boxes from Nurtured 9 make this easy! You can create a gift box to fit any budget. Right now, you can save 10% with code MORETHANGRAND. These colorful wooden stacking blocks have earned a permanent place on our coffee table, even when the grandkids aren’t here! Watch DeeDee playing with them in this short video. We want to help you be a Most Valuable Grandparent! Visit our shop to see all our resources. DeeDee Moore | Founder, 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!
"And at the end of the day, your feet should be dirty, your hair messy and your eyes sparkling."~Shanti 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! Making Summer Memories Get ready to soak up the season and create meaningful moments with your grandkids. Make summer...
Dear Reader, I don’t know about you, but when I was a new mom, I had three basic sources of parenting advice: our family doctor, a couple of books, and my mother. That’s where I turned when I wasn’t sure when to start solids, or whether I should worry about the baby’s fever. Thanks to the internet and social media, your grandchild’s parents have 24/7 access to up-to-date information on how to tackle every parenting choice. Whether it’s advice about breastfeeding, sleeping, discipline,...
You can do anything with children if only you play with them. ~Otto von Bismarck 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 Grandparents offer far more than babysitting and cookies. Read how these relationships create lasting benefits for...