Grandparents Need to Respect Parents’ Food Choices
Many grandparents are in a quandary about their role in the lives of their grandchildren. The days are long gone when grandparents were the source of all knowledge.
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The Delicate Balance of Disciplining Grandchildren
Of the things that grandparents and parents argue about, discipline is a big one. How do grandparents handle the delicate balance of disciplining grandchildren?
Read More »Creative Ways to Skype With Grandchildren
Connecting with grandchildren is a challenge for long-distance grandmothers. Combining old traditions and new technology helps bridge the miles.
Read More »10 Tips for Improving Mother-Daughter Communication
Over the past year my daughter and I have gotten motivated to do some conscious work on understanding each other’s perspectives. Here are a few tips we’ve learned.
Read More »Being the “Other” Grandma Is No Fun
I’ve heard many grandmas say they sometimes feel a need to compete with the “other” grandma for the best presents or the coolest vacation or the best storyteller.
Read More »When Grandchildren Visit
Is your grandchild coming to visit? To ensure an enjoyable experience it’s a good idea to plan some age-appropriate activities that you’ll all remember with fondness.
Read More »Tea for Flu: A Few Favorite Home Remedies
I’ve received three favorite home remedies for helping me get over my cold and cough: anti-flu tea, cough syrup made with Jello and lemon ginger tea.
Read More »Show Appreciation to the Mother of Your Grandchildren
This Mother’s Day write or tell your daughter or daughter-in-law what a wonderful job she’s doing raising your grandchildren. Express your gratitude, thanks, and appreciation to her in a genuine way and be specific.
Read More »Grandparents Need Permission for Plans and Emergencies
Grandparents need to clear plans with their grandchildren’s parents before they tell their grandchildren. Be sure to get an Emergency Medical Consent Form when you’re in charge.
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