Grandparents can be peacemakers in our extended families, and many of our best efforts can start before the small issues become big ones.
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.
Wisdom on Buying Stuff for Grandkids
from Jay Payleitner: Giving things to our grandkids is a great way to bless and encourage them, but there are also things to avoid.
All in the Name: What Do Your Grandkids Call You?
NANA’S HOUSE by Teresa Kindred: Will you be Granny, Gigi, Mimi, or Nana? Or maybe even something really different, like “Baggy.”
Say “Yes” So You Can Say “No”
from Jay Payleitner: Being a grandparent who typically says “yes” makes it a little easier, when necessary, to say “no.”
One Grandma’s 3 “Secrets” of Success
When asked how she wanted to be remembered, one grandmother shared insights that make a good three-point summary of a grandparent’s role.
Where Do You Do Your Best Grandparenting?
from Jay Payleitner: Identify a special place to talk and dream with your grandchildren—eye to eye, shoulder to shoulder, heart to heart.
4 Meaningful Roles for Grandparents
Some informal research insights gleaned from adults who wrote stories and memories about their grandparents.
Many Grandparents Show Extraordinary Commitment
Faithfulness as a grandparent means doing what is necessary to help a child in need. And sometimes it brings us very difficult decisions.
Grandparenting Vision, Passion, and a Unique Role to Fulfill
There is a big, important, God-given role for us as grandparents, and it’s bigger than just our situation or our individual families.
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Grandparenting Vision, Passion, and a Unique Role to Fulfill
There is a big, important, God-given role for us as grandparents, and it’s bigger than just our situation or our individual families.
Grandparents Are Teachers Like No Others
Teach your grandkids about your own interests and abilities, and make use of other opportunities that arise when you’re together.
Grandparents: Use (and Create) Teachable Moments
We’re spending time with a grandchild, something out-of-the-ordinary happens, and we recognize it as a chance to share a bit of wisdom.
