What’s new in the Wonderful World of Grandparenting?
Preserve Precious Memories with a Photo Book
Preserving memories is part of a grandparent’s legacy. Pinhole Press makes it easy to preserve precious memories and build a lasting record of your family’s special moments. Read on to find out why we recommend Pinhole Press for making photo books to save your holiday photos, as well as clear instructions for how to make a photo book with Pinhole Press.
Why Grandparents Matter
Learn how to become a valuable grandparent and create a mutually beneficial relationship with your grandchild. Discover why being a valuable grandparent is so important and how you can be the best grandparent possible by showing interest in your grandchild's life.
The Secret to Being a Better Grandparent
Discover the secret to becoming a better grandparent! Learn how to tap into your personal grandparent superpower with our fun quiz and use it to navigate boundaries, maintain loving relationships, and create a lifetime of memories with your grandchildren. Read on to unlock valuable insights and become the best grandparent you can be.
Grandmother Showers: YAY! or NO WAY! ?
Learn when it's appropriate to throw a grandmother shower and when it's not. Discover guidelines for proper etiquette and thoughtful celebration of a new grandchild. Find out how to plan a low-key affair, including guidance on gifts for new grandmas. Read our latest post to get inspired for your upcoming celebration of a new grandma!
Who Picks Grandparent Nicknames?
Choosing a grandmother or grandfather nickname is just the first step in establishing a healthy habit of respect and communication between parents and grandparents. Read on to find out who should have veto power over grandparent nicknames and why.
What if You Don’t Love Your Grandchild?
When the reality of being a grandparent doesn’t live up to expectations, you may feel there is something “wrong” with you. Explore the complex feelings that grandchildren can inspire, and ways to create a connection with your grandchild if you find you just don’t feel that rush of emotion you expected.
How to Preserve Family Memories
We take for granted how many stories about our ancestors are just living in our memories. As grandparents, it is part of our duty to pass down these stories. Helping our grandchildren know their history helps them know themselves and helps the history live on. Read on for a solution that preserves your family history for the next generations.
Passing On Your Faith
Discover how grandparents can navigate differences in faith and values with their adult children and grandchildren in this blog post by Emily Morgan, host of The Grand Life: Wholehearted Grandparenting podcast. With insights drawn from interviews with grandparents of different religious traditions, Emily shares practical tips for respectfully sharing your beliefs and creating meaningful connections with your grandchildren.
Welcome to the Grandparent’s Club
Welcome to the Grandparents’ Club! This tongue-in-cheek blog post provides new grandparents with everything they need to know to become a valued member of this privileged club. From eligibility to benefits, privileges to rules and structure, we’ve covered it! Don't skip the new member orientation to avoid hurt feelings, misunderstandings, and drama. Read on to find out more.
How to Make Baby's First Christmas Special
Make your grandbaby's first Christmas extra special with these fun ideas! From starting traditions to baby’s first Christmas gift ideas, we share ways to include your little one in the holiday celebrations. Make sure to also celebrate your adult child's first Christmas as a parent!
Preserving Your Memories
Learn how grandparents can preserve their memories and leave a lasting legacy for their grandchildren with a written record. In this blog post, discover five creative ways to record your family history, from starting an informal journal to sending emails to your grandchild's future self. Don't let your stories fade away—start recording them now!
A Grandparent’s Legacy
Explore the importance of creating a deliberate legacy for your own grandchildren, considering the impact of your actions, words, and attitudes on their values and beliefs. Grandparents will enjoy this thoughtful exploration of the intergenerational impact of family and legacy.