Tales from the Sandwich Generation
Grandmas in the Sandwich Generation face joys and challenges at opposite ends of the life cycle spectrum.
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Eye of My Heart Sees All, Tells All About Grandmotherhood
It’s all there—every thought, feeling, or reaction you’ve ever had about being a grandmother—packed into Eye of My Heart, a new compilation of stories by 27 grandmothers, and it will get you thinking about your role as a grandma.
Read More »More on Phoning Your Mother
Judging from Dr. Laura’s comment on my original post, it sounds like she must get a lot of complaints from men who feel envious of the bond that women have with their mothers. I agree with Dr. Laura that it’s not a good idea for wives to share marital intimacies and problems with their mothers.
Read More »Don’t Forget to Phone Your Mother
Many women phone their moms daily and many wish they still had that opportunity. Those of us who still can call our mothers are blessed.
Read More »My Granddaughter Reinforces the Rules
Grandchildren remind us to follow rules for safe driving and hand washing
Read More »Grandparenting Class Aims to Enlighten New Grandparents
Lucille Packard Children’s Hospital Grandparents Seminar updates grandparents-to-be on the latest obstetric and pediatric practices.
Read More »First Grandmother Sacrifices Independence for Granddaughters
Should you have to give up your life to be a grandmother?
Read More »Does Teaching Sign Language Delay Speech?
Research indicates that signing eases a child’s frustration when she can’t speak. Ultimately, we must trust that each child will develop at her own rate and in her own style.
Read More »Making a Difference in the World
GaGa Sisterhood March 2009 meeting: How one family was inspired to make a difference after volunteering with Save the Children.
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