What’s new in the Wonderful World of Grandparenting?
A Parenting Book Grandparents Should Read
Looking for a book to help you understand your grandchildren's upbringing and improve your relationships with everyone in your life? Check out our review of "Good Inside", a parenting book with practical advice on raising children with an emphasis on connection over control. Dr. Becky Kennedy believes that understanding a child's emotions is key to creating a strong bond with them, and this approach can also benefit relationships with spouses, parents, and friends.
Celebrating Your Grandbaby's First Holiday Season
Get ready to celebrate your grandchild's first holiday season with these essential tips and ideas for new grandparents. From managing expectations to holiday safety, we share what grandparents need to know to make the holiday special for your little one and avoid common holiday pitfalls.
Should Grandparents Say “Good Job!”?
Learn why saying "Good job!" to children may not be the best way to offer positive feedback, according to researcher and lecturer Alfie Kohn. Discover the negative effects it can have on a child's self-worth and explore alternative ways to offer feedback that won't undermine their development. Read to the end to discover the loophole we believe exists for grandparents!
What Grandparents Need to Know about Safe Sleep
Learn how grandparents can help prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) in this informative blog post. With October being SIDS awareness month, it’s important to know about safe sleep habits, including putting babies on their backs to sleep, avoiding suffocation hazards in the crib, and ensuring a smoke and vape-free environment. With one in three infant deaths caused by unsafe sleep areas, every grandparent has a role to play in keeping babies safe.
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!
What Grandparents Need to Know about Car Seat Safety
Learn about the latest car seat guidelines to keep your grandchild safe in the car. From proper installation to choosing the right seat, this post covers everything you need to know to protect your grandbaby. With tips on how to avoid common mistakes and resources for finding a certified technician, you can ensure your grandchild is safe and secure every time they ride in your car.
The Ultimate List of Boundaries for Grandparents
While every family is different, our list of boundaries for grandparents can help foster healthy relationships between grandparents and parents. Learn what grandparents should and shouldn't do when it comes to giving advice, posting pictures on social media, and more. Remember, having clear and respectful communication is key to maintaining healthy family boundaries.
When Grandma Takes Over
Grandparents need to find the delicate balance of helping out without shutting out either parent. Read on to find out how grandparents can help new parents and still make sure parents benefit from the early days of bonding with their new baby.
What Immunizations Do Grandparents Need?
Learn why immunizations are crucial for grandparents expecting a new grandchild in this blog post. Your healthcare provider is the best source to find out what immunizations grandparents need, but have the conversation as soon as possible to allow ample time for building immunity. Read on to find out how grandparents can keep their grandchild safe from preventable illnesses.
What Grandparents Need to Know about Body Image
Learn how even positive comments about your grandchild's body can send the wrong message and impact their self-esteem. In this blog post, discover why body image matters in young children, how grandparents can help foster a positive body image, and practical tips to encourage kids to focus on what their bodies can do, not how they look. With insights backed by research, this post provides valuable advice to ensure your grandchild grows up with a healthy body image and sense of self-worth.
What Grandparents Need to Know about Gender Neutral Parenting
Learn why grandparents should be familiar with gender-neutral parenting and how it aims to raise children without enforcing traditional gender roles on them. This parenting style does not seek to raise a genderless child, but rather one who has the freedom to develop skills and traits that will best serve them as an individual. Grandparents can support gender-neutral parenting in a variety of ways—read on to find out more!