A Grandson’s Prom Dress Horrifies His Grandmother
A devastated grandma confesses to advice columnist Amy Dickinson that her LGBTQ grandson makes her sick.
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4 Tips to Appreciate Your Grandkids’ Mom on Mother’s Day
On Mother’s Day, acknowledge your daughter or daughter-in-law for all the time and energy she’s put into nurturing your grandkids.
Read More »The Value of Sharing Family Stories with Grandchildren
The more children know about their family’s history, the stronger their sense of control over their lives, the higher their self-esteem, and the more successfully they believe their families function.
Read More »A Grandparenting Class Made Me Wiser and Safer
Grandparenting classes are crucial for new grandparents because standards of baby care have changed since we raised children. They also help us learn how to navigate the relationship with the new parents.
Read More »New Grandma’s Biggest Mistake
As new grandmas, we think our role is all about our new grandchild. We may not realize our children need our love, attention, and appreciation just as much as our grandchild. does
Read More »#2 Rule for Grandmas
When you express interest in understanding your children’s parenting style, you’ll demonstrate that you trust and respect them. By building mutual trust and respect you are strenghtening the connection between the generations.
Read More »#1 Rule for Grandmas
The #1 rule for grandmas is don’t give unsolicited advice. We can quickly get into trouble once we cross into that place of “just wanting to help.” Our adult children don’t appreciate our advice and often feel defensive when they hear it.
Read More »Stay Connected to Away-College Grandkids
Author Karen Rancourt, Ph.D. suggests how grandparents can have a presence in the lives of their away-at-college grandchildren without being intrusive or overbearing.
Read More »The Power of Friendship As We Age
According to research, if you have at least one person who understands you — a friend you feel you can tell anything — that’s enough to contribute to your feelings of well-being.
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