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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We know that children need fun and play to learn and thrive, but I think we can, and should, be providing more. 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 GrandparentSocial media is full of claims that baby boomers are bad grandparents, and it’s hard to combat this image of generations that can’t get along. Found out why communication is the only way to bridge the generation gap, and how grandparents can lead the way to a closer relationship by starting the conversation in Are Boomers Bad Grandparents? Discover why trust—not experience—underpins great grandparenting. DeeDee shares practical wisdom for building stronger relationships with adult children and grandchildren on a recent episode of the Grand Tribe podcast. Connecting with Your GrandchildrenIt can be hard to know how to connect with step-grandchildren. If you are a step-grandparent, here are some tips for navigating expectations and family dynamics to become a part of your step-grandchild’s life. Welcoming your first grandchild is so exciting, but grandparents at a distance can miss out on bonding with our grandchild during the early months. Happily, there are ways to make sure your grandbaby knows you from birth, even if you can’t be there. Read 4 Ways to Connect with Baby from Afar for ideas. Helping ParentsStruggling with your daughter-in-law? You're not alone. Learn why making the first move toward a better relationship may be the most important gift you can give your family. A quarter of a million children a year end up in emergency rooms for toy-related injuries. The highest percentage of these injuries were in children ages 1-4. If you have young grandchildren, read What Grandparents Need to Know: Toy Safety. Gift IdeasHalloween excitement jumps from page to play in this Halloween activity book and building kit. Kids solve spooky Hidden Pictures puzzles, then grab 100 Plus-Plus pieces—including glow-in-the-dark blocks—to build their own creepy creatures and bring the fun to life. Order now for grandkids over 5. The best board games for the youngest grandchildren are cooperative, hands on, and help develop foundational skills. ‘Round the Mountain from Peaceable Kingdom checks all those boxes and includes sparkly gems, to boot! Order it from Amazon to add to your collection.
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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!
Hello, Reader! On one of my Instagram posts about showing up in whatever way you can, a mom commented that her parents measured whether they were showing up well by the number of visits they got. She pointed out that they were counting a metric that was often beyond anyone’s control. But what she said next was revealing: “The kids don’t measure it that way at all. What my six-year-old actually keeps track of is whether Grandpa remembered the name of the lizard.” This is such a perfect example...
Being grandparents sufficiently removes us from the responsibilities so that we can be friends. ~Allan Frome 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 Emotional complexity is a normal and important part of grandparenting, writes Jeff Segal in...
Your number one job as a grandparent is making sure your kids feel they are great parents. ~Kathy Buckworth 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 While readers of this newsletter are presumably grandparents, it’s likely that some of your...