What’s new in the Wonderful World of Grandparenting?
Do You Need an Invitation to Visit Your Grandchildren?
Parents, do grandparents want to visit too much—or not enough? Grandparents, do you feel excluded from your grandchild’s life? We discuss who should issue invitations to see grandkids.
Grandparenting with Grace: Teaching Values While Respecting Religious Boundaries
Parents and grandparents often disagree about religion. It’s important for grandparents to respect parents’ wishes about how you talk about religion to the children, but it doesn’t mean you can’t pass on your values.
Dealing With an Upset Son- or Daughter-in-Law: Tips for Grandparents
Resolving conflicts with an upset daughter/son-in-law is vitally important. Maintaining a good relationship with your grandchild's parents starts with listening and understanding.
10 Social Media Accounts Grandparents Should Follow
By following the accounts that are aimed at parents, grandparents can keep up with what parents are seeing. This means that instead of having to ask why parents are doing something different from the way they did it, grandparents can just step in with support if needed. Read this post to find 10 Instagram accounts all grandparents should follow.
Sharing Grandchildren With An Ex: Tips for Navigating Strained Relationships
When you share grandchildren with an ex, it can be hard to navigate family events and obligations. Learn how to create harmony for the sake of your grandchild—and why it’s so important.
Are Boomers Bad Grandparents?
When baby boomers become grandparents, communication can break down. Learn how to bridge the generation gap with between parents and grandparents with open conversations, a desire to learn new parenting methods, and simply listening.
Daughter-in-Law Problems?
Do you have problems relating to your daughter-in-law? You aren’t alone. If you are hoping to create a better relationship with your daughter-in-law, read on for suggestions for ways to shift your perspective, learn to communicate better, and create a relationship based on mutual kindness and respect. Improving your relationship with a difficult daughter-in-law is worth the effort.
Your Grandchild’s Birth: Are You Invited?
As excited as they may be, grandparents should not assume they are welcome at the birth of their grandchild. Grandparents who are hoping to be present for their grandchild’s birth must first find out if parents want them there. Read on to find out what to do if you are invited to witness your grandchild’s birth, and what to do if you are not.
Why Boundaries Are Important
Discover why boundaries are important in relationships, especially for grandparents. Learn about setting boundaries with adult children and the importance of clarity in interactions. Explore insights about what happens when boundaries are crossed in this review of 'Set Boundaries, Find Peace' by Nedra Glover Tawwab.
When Grandparents Are Estranged from Their Grandchildren
Dealing with grandparent estrangement can be distressing and emotionally challenging. Learn about common reasons for estrangement, the impact it has on both grandparents and grandchildren, and find valuable resources for healing and reconciliation in this explanation of grandparent alienation.
Are You Guilty of Guilt Trips?
Are you a grandparent who uses guilt trips to get your way? Discover the destructive power of guilt manipulation in grandparent-parent relationships and learn how to break free from this cycle. Explore signs of guilt trips, the reasons behind them, and effective strategies to foster a healthier dynamic. Build stronger family connections with understanding, respect, and open dialogue.
The Power of a Positive Relationship with Your Daughter-in-Law
Learn how to build a strong relationship with your daughter-in-law and strengthen your role as a grandparent. Whether your daughter-in-law doesn’t want a relationship, or you want to make an already great relationship even better, these tips and daughter-in-law gift ideas will help you create a warm, solid relationship with your daughter-in-law and be more involved in your grandchild’s life.