What you do with your grandkids and the ways you invest in them will be remembered—so it’s important to be intentional and purposeful with them.
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.
2 Rules for Giving Advice to Our Grandkids’ Parents
As a grandparent, you can’t help but have desires and dreams for your grandkids. And if you’re anything like me, it’s tempting to get carried away and push your suggestions and opinions on their parents.
Grandparents Are Examples of Dignity and Strength
Stay strong and diligent at whatever stage of life you’re in. You can model what it means to age gracefully.
The Limitless Love of a Grandmother
The other day a lady asked me if I thought I would love my 7th grandchild as much as the first one. I laughed and assured her that I would.
3 Ways to Be a Step Ahead of Your Grandkids
I’m a firm believer that we grandparents need to be thinking a step ahead of our grandchildren to help them be their best. What does it mean to think a step ahead? Three things are part of this: First, we need to be aware of some general things about kids as they grow...
We Are Grandparenting Future Leaders
Our world is in great need of leadership. Are your grandchildren future leaders? I hope you view them that way, even if right now they’re spitting up on their clothes or throwing tantrums all the time.
Involved Grandparenting Is a Win-Win
When you observe grandmothers and grandfathers interacting with their grandchildren—listening, learning, and growing in love and respect for one another—it’s obvious. You can sense the power of this generational synergy.
Should You Move Closer to Your Grandkids?
There are good reasons to move closer to the grandkids, but sometimes there are equally good reasons not to. Every situation is unique …
Overcoming 5 Common Grandparent Barriers
There are so many rewards with grandparenting, and I’m always surprised to meet grandparents who have little to do with their grandchildren.
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