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.

Find the Smile for Every Grandchild

Find the smile for each grandchild through prayerful exercises and practical ideas to reconnect across ages and renew joy in your grandparenting.

Grandnannying: Making the Most of Time with Grandkids

Are you a regular caregiver for your grandkids? Discover essential grandnannying tips to maximize your time with them with fun, teachable activities.

Seeds of Faith: A Grandmother’s Undeniable Influence

Practical tips to nurture grandchildren’s spiritual growth. Pray, plan purposeful visits, read Bible stories, and use technology to plant seeds of faith.

Grandparents Day: Connection, Gratitude, and Joy

Celebrate Grandparents Day with connection, gratitude, & joy — attitudes and ideas to deepen your bond with grandchildren, whether near or far.

Every Grandparent Needs a “Folder for Show”

Create a “FOR SHOW” smartphone album of 10 grandkid photos to share or enjoy yourself – simple photo-organization tips for proud grandparents.

Back to School: A Curriculum for Grandparents

Back to School for Grandparents: tips for learning your grandkids’ interests, staying connected, and supporting them throughout the school year.

Lightly Seasoned: A Grandparent’s Guide to Speaking with Grace

Grandparent communication tips: Learn how to speak with grace, listen first, and share wisdom respectfully with adult children and grandchildren.

Top 10 Tips for Long-Distance Grandparenting

Connect with your grandkids no matter the distance. Use video calls, thoughtful gifts, apps and activities to maintain a close bond.

One Way to Unleash Grandchildren’s Imaginations

Create a DIY art corner for your grandkids or find a similar way to spark their creativity and hands on learning while also strengthening your bond.

Grandparents: Step Up with Purpose, Presence and Love

As grandparents, we can step up to support our grandchildren through the challenges of life—being involved, creating safety, and modeling integrity.

The Joy of Grandparent Gifting: 3 Tips

Retail therapy is real for grandparents. It’s a rush to buy things for our grandkids, and we need wisdom and creativity.

The Silent Grief of the Grandparent Generation

As the birth rate declines, some older adults face the heartbreaking possibility of never becoming grandparents. Here are some positive reminders.

5 Tips for Knowing & Understanding Your Grandchild

The first step to helping grandchildren reach their potential is getting to know them better — understanding their interests, dreams, and challenges.

Grandparenting in a Crazy World: Having a Positive Influence

How can grandparents positively influence their grandkids in today’s chaotic world? We do have an important role to play; we can make a difference.

Wisdom for Grandparents for their Inheritance and Legacy

Estate planning is a significant part of your role as a grandparent. Wisdom there can be a big blessing to your children and grandchildren.

Staying Connected: Grandparenting from Far Away

NANA’S HOUSE: Do your grandkids live far away? Teresa Kindred offers reminders & creative tips to make the most of long-distance grandparenting challenges.