When we have a deeper awareness of who our grandchildren are, it gives us much more confidence as grandparents.
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.
Ways to “Spoil” Your Grandkids for Valentine’s Day
With Valentine’s Day coming, it’s time to start thinking and planning for how to show love to your grandkids—to “spoil” them in a good way.
Grandparents, We Have a Significant Role to Play
Many of us will be grandparents for significant chunks of our lives, and we definitely shouldn’t take those years for granted.
“I knew I could always call Granddad”
Dr. Ken Canfield tells a story from his teen years, when his grandfather helped him out of a jam … kind of.
Why Grandparents Are Great Listeners
Our grandchildren know that we can usually give them all the time and attention they want.
Communicate Support to Your Grandkids’ Parents
We need to speak what’s on our heart plainly and with conviction. Sometimes saying it makes all the difference to our adult kids.
Tell Holiday Stories to Your Grandkids
by Carolynn Scully: We tell about the connections that holiday stories have made in us and hope they inspire the next generation.
One Meaningful Christmas Tradition with My Grandkids
Elaine McAllister describes a treasured holiday tradition that she shares with her grandchildren. Can you do something similar with yours?
Grandparents & Difficult Holidays: The Chairs Aren’t Really Empty
NANA’S HOUSE by Teresa Kindred: I hope you have good memories to fill your empty chairs, and I pray for those whose heart wounds are fresh.
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Ask The Expert
10 Activities to Do With Your Grandkids
Many of you are looking for more ways to make time with your grandkids rewarding and special. This list can challenge you to renew some good habits.
Grandparents: How Are You Modeling Values?
Children are natural observers, and they can learn powerful, lasting lessons from watching how we live and what we stand for.
Grandkids and Education: Ways We Can Be Team Players
There are numerous people involved in shaping each child, and we should consider ourselves important members of that team.
