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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.
8 Children’s Books About Grandfathers
From a toolbox that teaches the value of hard work to a grandfather-grandson duo discovering the power of art, these books offer a celebration of the special relationship between grandfathers and grandchildren. Don't miss out on these quality picture books for grandfathers and grandchildren to share with each other.
First-Time Grandparent Baby Registry Shopping Tips
If you are expecting your first grandchild, you’ll want to read these tips for shopping for the best gifts for your new grandbaby and their parents.
Treating Grandkids Fairly: What Grandparents Should Consider
Treating grandchildren fairly is not always as easy as it sounds. In this edition of Grand Advice, we answer a grandmother who asks how to handle it when one grandchild is harder to buy for than others.
Supporting New Parents Through the First Few Weeks
Supporting new parents in the early weeks is a chance for new grandparents to show how much they can help. Here are some do’s and don’ts for grandparents who want to help new parents.
How Grandparents Can Help Ease Postpartum Depression or Anxiety
Grandparents can be a great support for parents suffering from postpartum depression or anxiety, but sometimes wonder how to help. In a conversation with Candy of Like A Sister Support, we share ways that parents have told us make things better instead of worse.
Postpartum Mental Health: Signs Grandparents Should Look For
Navigating postpartum mental health in a loved one – especially as a grandparent – can be hard. Learning how to spot red flags can make you more confident about helping new parents. Read on for valuable information on perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and how grandparents can help if they are worried.
8 Children’s Books About Grandmothers
These delightful picture books celebrate the grandmother-grandchild relationship. From recognizing grandma's magic to learning how love connects you, each of these books features a grandmother with a special relationship with her grandchild.
New Traditions to Start with Your Grandchildren
Even simple family traditions with grandchildren can be a special way for grandparents to build a close relationship. Learn why traditions are important and get inspired with our ideas for annual traditions with 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.
Grandmother Fears Parents’ Strict Rules are Hurting Their Relationship
Parents’ strict rules can be hard for grandparents to understand. In this edition of Grand Advice, we respond to a grandmother who is confused and hurt by her daughter’s rules about her grandson.
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.