As we reflect on tragedies around us, it’s appropriate to ask ourselves lots of “What if …?” questions, and maybe even make some “seize the day” commitments. What would that look like? I think of grandparents like Diane …
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.
Important Conversations: 3 Keys for Grandparents
As a parent and grandparent, I’m big on open communication in our family and extended family. With our adult children and their spouses, it’s so easy for misunderstandings to creep in, which can then lead to confusion, hurt feelings, bitterness, and worse. And most of us know that any amount of discord can get in the way of our opportunities and effectiveness as grandparents.
I encourage a proactive approach…
Grandparenting: Magical Connections & Very Real Benefits
“Grandparents … so easy to operate, even a child can do it.” Is that true for you? This highlights two aspects of grandparenting that we should celebrate and make the most of …
Grandparenting with HEART in the New Year
Did you make grandparenting resolutions for the new year? It makes sense if we want to do our best in that role.
Grandparents and Health: Be Your Best So You Can Give Your Best
Grandkids are better off when they have grandparents in their lives, and so the older generation needs the health & energy to keep up with the younger one.
3 Reasons Grandparents Can Be Reconcilers
We grandparents are the patriarchs and matriarchs in our families, so it’s up to us to do everything in our power to live at peace with family members.
4 Storytelling Tips for Grandparents
Grandparents are natural storytellers, and our stories have a bigger purpose than simply entertaining the grandkids.
Everyday Ways You Are Leaving a Legacy
It i a good thing to examine the legacy or memories our grandchildren will hold of us, their grandparents.
One Powerful Thought: Grandkids Are a Gift!
We asked grandparents to describe their feelings as a grandparent. Overwhelmingly, the most common word they chose was “blessed.”
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