TWWWG: September 14


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.

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Growing as a Grandparent

Did 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 Grandchildren

Whether 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 Parents

Sometimes 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 Ideas

This 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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