What’s new in the Wonderful World of Grandparenting?
Celebrating Your Grandchild's First Birthday
Is your grandchild’s first birthday coming up? This momentous occasion calls for celebration! Whether or not you will be able to be there in person, there are ways for grandparents to add to the joy of the day. Read our grandparent’s guide to celebrating a first birthday for gift ideas for your grandson's or granddaughter's first birthday, as well as meaningful ways to preserve the day’s memories.
Tips & Tricks for Facetime with Babies
Discover the ultimate guide to bonding with your grandbaby through Zoom or video chat in this must-read blog post for new long-distance grandparents. With expert tips and advice, you'll learn how to make FaceTime with babies a rewarding experience. While nothing beats in-person visits, video chats with FaceTime, Skype and Zoom are a powerful tool for fostering a strong bond and helping your grandchild recognize and love you. Learn how to make FaceTime with babies work for you!
Mother’s Day Gifts for New Grandmas
Looking for a Mother’s Day gift for a new grandmother? Here are our favorite gift ideas for their first Mother’s Day as a grandmother.
Are You Prepared for Emergencies?
Learn why safety and emergency preparedness is crucial for grandparents, and how to take steps to be ready in case of an accident or emergency. Read my personal story of a close call with a grandchild and why I urge you to be ready if you encounter an emergency. Gain peace of mind knowing you're prepared for any situation and set an example for your family by prioritizing safety and preparedness.
Helping Your Grandkids Handle Stress: A Mindfulness Care Package
Looking for creative gifts to send your grandchildren? Why not send them a care package that will start them on a path to mindfulness. These fun gift ideas will entertain your grandchildren and help them learn to regulate their emotions. Mindfulness has been proven to benefit children, so why not get them started with the care package ideas in this blog post?
Intentional Grandparenting: What It Is and Why It Matters
Learn how to be an intentional grandparent and create deeper, more meaningful relationships with your grandchildren. Intentional grandparents approach the role thoughtfully, considering how they want to impact their grandchild's life. Discover the benefits of intentional grandparenting and get started with tips and resources for setting your intentions and building strong relationships with your grandkids.
Meal-Prep Party: How to Shower New Parents with Meals
Grandparents can help new parents by organizing a meal-prep shower! This practical twist on a baby shower is a creative way to celebrate a new baby’s arrival and help parents at the same time. A meal-prep party is an especially thoughtful way to celebrate a 2nd or 3rd baby’s birth. Read on for how to plan a meal-prep baby shower for a new parent.
The Power of a Positive Relationship with Your Daughter-in-Law
A positive relationship with your daughter-in-law isn't just nice to have—it's key to your experience as a grandparent. Whether you're struggling to connect or looking to strengthen an already positive bond, these practical strategies will help you build a relationship that endures.
The Dangers of Grandparent Overconfidence
Discover the dangers of overconfidence for new grandparents. Meet three new grandparents, Kathy, Cindy, and Jim, whose individual experiences and intuition may lead them astray. Learn about the problems that can arise if grandparents are overconfident in their abilities. Read on to gain a better understanding of how to avoid these potential pitfalls and build a stronger bond with your grandkids.
A Virtual Trip to the Zoo
If you are looking for a great care package idea for your grandkids, read on! Creating a virtual trip to the zoo is easy with some fun things to send to your grandchildren. See what we included in this zoo-themed care package for grandchildren and get inspired to create one for your own grandchildren.
The Pivots of Grandparenting
Discover the unexpected twists and turns of being a full-time grandparent in this heartfelt blog post. The author shares her experience of adjusting her grandparenting expectations as circumstances changed. If you're a grandparent or soon-to-be one, you'll appreciate the author's candid reflections on the joys and challenges of grandparenting. Read on for insights on how to pivot and adapt to changing situations as a grandparent.
The Best Board Books for Babies
Looking for the best board books for babies? Reading with your grandchild is not just an enjoyable activity, it also helps them learn about language and the world around them. But not every board book is designed for new babies! In this blog post, we share some of the best board books for babies. Start building your grandbaby's bookshelf with these outstanding books for babies!