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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Grandparenting is not about ability; it is about availability. 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 GrandparentRichard Eyre, parenting and grandparenting expert, has a new book: THE GRANDPARENTING BLUEPRINT: How to Teach your Grandchildren Life's Most Important Lessons. Preorder now and use code EYREFRIEND for a 40% discount. Many grandparents focus on staying physically active and mentally sharp, while emotional fatigue quietly builds in the background. Read Gentle Ways Grandparents Can Support Emotional Well-Being to make sure you don’t ignore it. Connecting with Your GrandchildrenNot all toys are created equal, and grandparents are in a perfect position to give grandchildren the ones that actually matter. Learn how Montessori toys support real development, which toys to skip, and how activities beat almost everything you can buy. Looking for meaningful ways to show your grandchildren how much you love them?These seven simple yet powerful gestures will help you create lasting bonds and show your grandchildren just how special they are to you. Helping ParentsSometime a title needs no explanation. Read 13 Behaviors of Well-Intentioned Grandparents That Are Totally Inappropriate and Should Never Be Displayed in Front of Their Grandkids Reading a parenting book might be the best thing you do for your relationship with your adult children. See our review of Good Inside by Dr. Becky Kennedy to find out why. Gift IdeasThis Pound & Tap Bench combines two favorite toddler toys: a ball pounding toy and a xylophone. It’s just one of the finds on our list of the best Montessori toys for grandchildren. Mightly is a mom-founded clothing brand that makes the kind of clothes they want for their own kids: clothes that can handle any kind of adventure, are safe for people and planet, and won't break the bank. Make sure to check out the sample sale for amazing deals on organic cotton clothes for your grands! Shop now with code SAVEWITHDEEDEE for 15% off. Looking for more ways to connect with your grandchild? Check out Connections Sparks in our 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 |
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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!
Let us be grateful to people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.~ Marcel Proust 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 Food allergies are far more common—and more serious—than when you were raising...
If you want to see what children can do, you must stop giving them things.~ Norman Douglas 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 Did you know that the casual comments we make about dieting or our bodies have a big impact on our grandchild’s...
Hello, Reader! When I want to find out what parents are saying to one another about grandparents, I lurk online in places where parents are. Reddit parenting forums and TikTok provide a wealth of ideas for new content. One day, on a thread about how out of touch today’s grandparents are, I read a comment from a new mom. I don’t remember where I read it, but I remember the exact words: “My mom didn’t even know what a wake window was!” I could clearly hear the scorn and disbelief in that mom’s...