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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 GrandparentDid you know you can buy individual sections of New Grandparent Essentials if you don’t feel you need the whole thing? Maybe Baby Care & Safety is all you need to get up to speed on modern recommendations to keep your grandchild safe and healthy! Have you subscribed to the Cool Grandpa Podcast? Greg Payne has a variety of guests who talk about the impact grandfathers have on their families. Check out his recent episodes here. Connecting with Your GrandchildrenWhether you are a music lover or not, music is an incredible way to connect with your grandchildren. Read 5 Ways to Connect with Your Grandchildren Using Music. Writing down your stories for your grandchildren is a gift that will last for generations. Here are five ways to record your legacy. Helping ParentsSometimes it feels like parents’ rules are sucking the joy out of being a grandparent. If that sounds familiar, you’ll want to read our latest blog post: Do Parents Have Too Many Boundaries for Grandparents? If you have grandchildren ages 3-5 and want to foster school readiness, build confidence, and ease both parents’ and kids’ anxiety, this is for you. Primary Focus’ Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten course is BACK—and it’s even better this time around! Gift IdeasThis marble run set kept DeeDee’s granddaughter entranced for over an hour at a time when she was three. It’s still a favorite toy for all three grandkids! Does your grandchildren have trouble transitioning when it’s time to go home or wrap up an activity? This countdown timer really helps them visualize how much time they have left! Looking for ideas for what to buy for your grandchildren or their parents? Visit our Amazon Shop! 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!
Hello, Reader! Thank you to all of you who responded to the email last week about grandparenting styles. Many of you felt that you fell into more than one category, and Jo Ann even pointed out that you may be different things to different grandchildren, especially if some grandchildren live close by and others far away. And thank you to those of you who suggested topics you want to learn more about. I’ve kept a list and hope to touch on all of them, either here or on the blog. I’ll start with...
A mother becomes a true grandmother the day she stops noticing the terrible things her children do because she is so enchanted with the wonderful things her grandchildren do. ~Lois Wyse 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...
Dear Reader, If you search for “grandparent roles” or “grandparenting styles” on the internet, you are likely taken to an article that list five different styles of grandparenting: They are: 1. The “formal” grandparents who operate in the background of the lives of their children and grandchildren, but enjoy regular visits. 2. The “fun seeker” grandparents who tap into their inner childto play and entertain their grandchildren. 3. The “surrogate parent” grandparents who have taken on the...