Memories from my childhood remind me that I have opportunities today to leave those kinds of lasting impressions on my children and grandchildren. Here are four ways granddads (and grandmas) can do that …
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.
5 Ways to Help Out With a New Grandbaby
Here are some things you can do for the new parents without being pushy or overstepping boundaries. by Teresa Bell Kindred
We Can’t Have It Both Ways: Grandkids & the Halftime Show
by Teresa Bell Kindred My oldest granddaughter is 14 and very into pop culture. She spent the weekend at my house and wanted to make sure she got home in time to watch the Super Bowl with her parents and siblings. She wasn’t interested in the football game, just the...
Seize Every Opportunity with Your Grandkids
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 …
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 …
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.
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