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!
TWWWG: May 24
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You can do anything with children if only you play with them. 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 GrandparentGrandparents offer far more than babysitting and cookies. Read how these relationships create lasting benefits for children, parents, and grandparents themselves in Why Grandparents Are Important on the More Than Grand blog. We’ve frequently recommended Charles Duhigg’s book Supercommunicators. If you don’t want to invest the time or money in the book, get a free, quick lesson on How to Become a Supercommunicator in this episode of the 3 in 30 podcast. Connecting with Your Grandchildren“What did you do today?” is rarely going to get a conversation going with a three-year-old. Read Questions to Get Your Grandchildren Talking for tips and tools to make those Facetime or dinnertime talks more rewarding. Before you send that letter or birthday card, make sure to read From Plain to Priceless: How to Send Mail Your Grandkids Will Treasure on TheLongDistanceGrandparent.com. Helping ParentsIt’s almost that time: summer vacation and the beginning of the grandchildren visiting season. What do grandparents need to do to get ready for these precious visitors? One of the best ways is to help new parents by renting baby equipment to minimize what they need to bring with them when they visit. Want to cut down on family drama? Upworthy shares DeeDee’s suggestions for questions you should ask before giving advice. Gift IdeasWith summer on the horizon, The KeepGoing Travel First Aid Kit for Kids is a must have for families on the go! It’s got everything needed for small emergencies—keep one in your car and the mini in your purse or backpack! Does your grandchild have a June birthday? You’ll find the best gift ideas for all grandchildren of all ages on our Gifts for Grandchildren page! Watch for next Saturday’s TWWWG, a special edition full of resources for summer visits and activities! 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!
"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,...
Hello, Reader! My Instagram DMs are full of pleas from parents who need help handling a specific situation with their child’s grandparents. The other day, I got this one: “Any tips for a nana who when I discuss feeding with her says “you don’t want a fat baby” over and over. Baby is 7 weeks old. I can’t be the only one with a mom who is hyper focused on weight and attaches value to it right? I don’t want her commenting on my daughter’s weight the way she does mine (still does, likes to pat my...