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Why Grandparents Need to Know about Skin-to-Skin Contact After Birth

Learn about the benefits of skin-to-skin contact immediately after birth for both mother and baby. Medical professionals are recognizing the importance of bonding time between mother and baby and the immediate effects it has on a baby's physical, emotional, and social development. Find out why grandparents need to know about this and how they can help improve the health of both mother and baby by giving them space to bond without distraction.

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Grandparent Burnout

As a grandparent, you love caring for your grandchildren, but it can be exhausting. Discover how to avoid overcommitting, encourage delegation, and communicate your needs with your adult children to maintain a happy, healthy grandparent-grandchild relationship with these tips from Emily Morgan, host of The Grand Life: Wholehearted Grandparenting podcast.

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What’s Wrong with the Way We Did It?

Learn why being the best grandparent means accepting that old parenting ways aren't always the best. Child-rearing advice has changed dramatically over the years, and what was once considered best is now outdated. As grandparents, it's important to support our adult children and their parenting decisions, even if they differ from the way we raised our children. Read on!

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10 Ways to Help New Parents

Learn 10 practical ways of helping new parents, including how grandparents can offer meaningful support to new parents and build strong bonds with their new grandbaby. Discover the importance of asking first and respecting their wishes. From providing meals and household help to running errands and sending encouraging messages, this blog post has everything you need to know about helping new parents. Make sure you read the essential rules number 9 and 10!

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How You Can Help Establish Healthy Grandparent Boundaries

Learn how clear boundaries in families can help avoid conflicts and misunderstandings between new parents and grandparents in this blog post. Discover why communication is key to establishing healthy grandparent boundaries. Clear parent-grandparent boundaries will lead to a more rewarding time with your grandchildren. Start the conversation today and create the necessary boundaries for a happy and healthy family dynamic.

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What Grandparents Need to Know About Burn Prevention

Learn how to keep your grandchild safe from accidental burns during Burn Awareness Week. Get tips for the kitchen, bathroom, and other areas of the house, as well as outside. Don't let your grandchild experience the pain of a burn. Check out New Grandparent Essentials for more valuable safety tips. #NBAW

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Jambo Books: A New Source for Gifts for Grandchildren

Looking for diverse children's books? Read this review of Jambo Books, a subscription service that curates high-quality books starring children of color in a variety of situations. The books are carefully chosen and sorted by age, ethnicity, and theme, and the Jambo Book Club delivers two beautiful books each month. Grandparents can even create a customized bundle around their grandchild's interests.

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Are Baby Walkers Unsafe?

Learn about the dangers of baby walkers and why they are banned in Canada. Discover the numerous injuries that can occur, including burns and poisonings, and how walkers can delay motor and mental development. Get tips on how to talk to your adult children about the risks and make informed decisions as a grandparent.

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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.

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