Storytelling brings us unique opportunities to influence and connect with our grandkids–it gives them a sense of belonging and connection.
Connecting hearts,
Uniting generations
At the National Association for Grandparenting, we seek to validate and empower grandparents as they bond with future generations in meaningful ways and leave a lasting positive legacy.
Grandparents: Be a Source of Comfort in Trying Times
Recent events might have us asking, What’s this world coming to? But we can play a positive role in building up and preparing our grandkids.
Competing with the “Other” Grandparents
Jay Payleitner: Be grateful for all the positive role models in your grandkids’ lives, especially other grandparents.
Summer Fun Bingo with Your Grands
Pull your grandchild away from screens and enjoy a time-tested summer activity together. Maybe you’ll also teach a skill or expand a horizon.
Time Travel with Grandkids
NANA’S HOUSE by Teresa Kindred: Take a stroll down memory lane and invite your grandkids to join you. It’s something I try to do regularly.
From Boredom to Bonding: Summer Tips for Grandparents
This summer, we can find simple ways to have fun with our grandkids, strengthen bonds, and maybe even encourage creativity and learning.
What’s Great About Grandfathers
At Father’s Day, we recognize grandfathers for the many ways they make a difference, including three that might be less obvious.
Grandparenting with Grace During Conflicts Between Children and Grandchildren
It can be awkward when a grandchild is being defiant to his parent when you’re around. Here are 3 suggestions for handling it positively.
Summer Grandparenting: Have a Cousins’ Weekend
Grandparents: pick a time and gather the grandchildren together for a cousins’ weekend. It’s a great idea with some real benefits.
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Loving Grandkids: What We Were Designed For
Parents have a lot on their plates and can’t always take time to just enjoy their kids. That’s one more good reason God made grandparents.
2 Lessons I Learned While Staying with My Grandkids
An extended stay with five grandkids opened Dr. Ken’s eyes to the challenges of parenting and the reality of his grandchildren’s world.
A Word for Grandparents in the New Year: Hope
We can beam spoken and unspoken messages of hope that will help us build up our grandkids and will truly make a difference in their lives.
ESTRANGED GRANDPARENTS
When Grandparenting Doesn’t Go the Way You Wanted
NANA’S HOUSE by Teresa Kindred: What can we do when life’s challenges and circumstances keep us from spending time with our grandchildren?
Alienated Grandparents: You’re Not Alone
NANA’S HOUSE by Teresa Kindred: “Alienation” and “estrangement” can be nightmares for grandparents, and many are dealing with it right now.
3 Ways to Be a Persevering Grandparent
Grandchildren commonly remember strength and endurance in their grandparents. Here are three thoughts to help you stay positive through difficulties.
LONG-DISTANCE GRANDPARENTING
When Grandparenting Doesn’t Go the Way You Wanted
NANA’S HOUSE by Teresa Kindred: What can we do when life’s challenges and circumstances keep us from spending time with our grandchildren?
5 Holiday Tips for Connecting with Long-Distance Grandkids
From Kerry Byrne, PhD: Even from a distance, there are numerous ways to engage your grandchildren over the holidays … and beyond.
Some Good Things About Distance Between You & Your Grandkids
That special relationship depends on some distance and puts grandparents in a key position to influence their grandkids.
