What’s new in the Wonderful World of Grandparenting?
The Best Picture Books About Starting School
Starting school is a big milestone for children, and it can be both scary and exciting! One of the best ways to help your grandchildren with the transition is sharing books about going to school. From funny to touching, there’s a first-day-of-school story for every grandchild here.
How Grandparents Can Help Grandkids be Kindergarten-Ready
Starting school is a huge milestone for a young child. As their grandparent, you can take small, intentional steps to help prepare your grandchild for their first year of kindergarten. Read on for simple tips to help your grandchild be ready for kindergarten!
Questions to Get Your Grandchildren Talking
Want to build a lasting bond with your grandchildren? Learn how asking the right questions now can help you become their trusted confidant for life. Discover conversation starters that work even over video chat!
What Grandparents Need to Know About Sleep Training
Sleep training methods have changed over the years. Learn about current sleep training methods and how grandparents can help during sleep training from sleep consultant Lauren Engler.
The Power of Storytelling During Visits with the Grandchildren
Family stories are more than fun- they help your grandkids in many ways. Read on for why family storytelling should be a tradition when your grandchildren visit!
Easy Crafts with Grandkids: Supplies Grandparents Need for the Ultimate Craft Bin
A well-stocked arts and crafts bin is a huge help in entertaining the grandkids when they visit. Find out what we suggest grandparents include and how to help kids’ creativity flow.
Feeding the Grandkids When They Visit
What to feed grandkids for dinner can be the hardest part of planning for their visits. Read our easy tips to make meals for grandkids enjoyable for grandparents, parents, and grandchildren.
Grand Advice: Grandparent Nicknames Cause Parent Dilemma
Grandparent nicknames can create conflict for a variety of reasons. Read our advice to a mom who doesn’t want both sets of grandparents to use the same names.
Fitness Tips for Grandparents: Workouts to Keep Up with Grandkids
Want to fully participate in adventures with your grandchildren rather than watching from the sidelines? Sheila of Grandma Moves offers practical fitness tips specifically designed for grandparents who want to build the strength, balance, and endurance needed to keep up with energetic little ones. Discover simple exercises you can incorporate into your routine to ensure you're ready for everything from playground catches to nature hikes—creating memories that will last a lifetime.
A Grandparent’s Gift: Staying Healthy for Your Grandchildren
Keeping up with the grandkids takes stamina, energy, and flexibility. Read on for how to be an active, involved grandparent by prioritizing your health and fitness.
Let’s Keep Our Grandkids Safe
Grandparents can make sure they know how to keep their grandkids safe in this round-up of blog posts on safety. National Safety Month is the perfect time to focus on how to keep your grandchildren safe.
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.