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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The persons hardest to convince they're at the retirement age are children at bedtime. 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 GrandparentToday’s the last day to get the Candlelight & Comfort Bundle, a collection of 15+ ebooks, printables, and seasonal living tools to help you embrace the slower pace of late fall. It’s filled with comfort food recipes, home rhythms and planning tools, journals, self-care pages, and more. You’ll receive everything instantly for just $25. New grandparents don’t realize how many minefields lay in the holiday season. A Grandparent’s Guide to Happy Holidays is full of advice and tools to make sure your holiday is joyful, not stressful. Get your copy now before you accidentally make a misstep. When grandparents give too many gifts, it is nearly always to show their love for their grandchildren. Gifts show how much we value our grandchildren, and how much we want to delight them. Find out how even these good motivations can result in problems for everyone involved. Connecting with Your GrandchildrenAre your grandkids coming to visit over the holidays? Read 10 Ways to Make Visits from Your Grandchildren Go Smoothly. Asking 'what are you thankful for?' around the table kills conversation faster than it starts it. Over on the blog, we share Thanksgiving conversation starters that work across the generations—because they invite stories, not one-word answers. Helping ParentsMeals with grandchildren, especially at the holidays, can be chaotic. Stress-free Holiday Meals with Grandkids: How Grandparents Can Cook Up Success will help you conquer some of the chaos! Are you a grandparent who wants to help new parents who may be suffering from postpartum depression or anxiety? Read how grandparents can help new parents who are going through perinatal depression or other mental health struggles. Gift IdeasAdvent calendars have come a long way from the colorful pictures of our childhoods. Today you can find a specialty advent calendar for everyone on your list, from the crafter to the scientist. See which one is perfect for your grandchild or their parents. Everyone loves to buy gifts for a new baby, but what about mom? These postpartum essentials show you want to nurture and care for her, as well. If you found this valuable, forward it to a friend! 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!
Dear Reader, What do you remember about your grandparents’ home? When I think back to my childhood, I remember the smells: eucalyptus trees, furniture polish, and my grandmother’s perfume. I remember the feeling of sinking into the down-filled cushions of the pink velvet couch. I remember the taste of vanilla yogurt and tea with honey. Their house wasn’t cozy, but it always felt like an adventure to be there. So many of our childhood memories revolve around the senses. Our grandchildren’s...
Grandparents can provide continuity and a sense of family tradition to a child’s life. ~ 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 as a Grandparent DeeDee recently appeared on the podcast Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark. She talks about...
Hello, Reader! Last week I shared how important it is to engage with our grandchildren with “kindness, patience and a sense of fun.” (If you missed that email, you can read it here.) Here’s the research conclusion again, with a bit more of what the study found: Overall, the children appreciated time and engagement from their grandparents more than material gifts or expensive treats. The children held normative expectations of what constituted ‘good grandparenting’ with kindness, patience and...