Build Stronger Bonds With Your Grandchildren

Expert guidance for modern grandparents navigating family dynamics, long-distance relationships, and generational differences.

Learn from Neil Taft, great-great grandfather with 80 years of wisdom and 400+ published articles.

Meet Neil Taft - Your Grandparenting Guide

As a great-great grandfather with nearly 80 years of life experience, Neil Taft brings authentic wisdom to modern grandparenting challenges. A professional public speaker, youth advocate, and retired youth minister, Neil has:

Published 400+ articles on grandparenting and family relationships
Authored two books: “Good To Great Grandparenting” and “Your Grandparent Rights”
Helped thousands of grandparents navigate complex family dynamics
Lived the journey across multiple generations of family connections

His philosophy: “Life is complicated, Family life is multiple of complicated, and extended Family life is exponentially complicated.”

His mission: Help you weather family storms while staying connected to your grandchildren.

THE BOOK

FROM THE AUTHOR

This Grandparenting book offers Tips and Activities for Grandparents and Grandkids and discusses the benefits of Grandparenting. At the same time, it doesn’t sidestep the challenges of Grandparenting in the 21st Century. Some of those challenges involve long-distance Grandparenting, raising Grandchildren, and even Grandparents adapting to new technology.

All of this will not only help you be a Good Grandparent but will enable you to become a Great Grandparent.

This book’s starting point is that “Life is complicated, Family life is multiple of complicated, and extended Family life is exponentially complicated.” This was the idea behind my second book, “Your Grandparent Rights.” Since these are very scarce, I offer you stories, techniques, and ideas to weather the family storms that may arise when it comes to staying connected to your Grandchildren.

Available on Amazon in Paperback and e-Book Editions

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When Holiday Traditions Collide

ByNeil Taft October 2, 2025 Guest Blogs

When holiday traditions shift, it can feel like rejection—but it’s really family evolution at work. Learn how grandparents can embrace new roles, adapt traditions, and keep connections strong...

Blogs

Why Grandchildren Need You More Than You Think

ByNeil Taft February 13, 2026 Blogs

Your grandchildren need you more than you realize. Research proves grandparents provide emotional stability, cultural continuity, and unconditional love in ways no one else can. Your presence shapes...

Blogs

Storytelling with Your Grandchildren

ByNeil Taft November 19, 2025 Blogs

Grandparents carry a lifetime of stories—moments filled with wisdom, humor, and love. Sharing these memories isn’t just reminiscing; it’s a powerful way to build connection and leave a lasting legacy...

Connect Meaningfully with Your Grandchildren Through Stories, Ideas, and Resources

At Great Grandparenting, we recognize your commitment as a GOOD grandparent, and our mission is to help you foster greatness. Join us in creating meaningful lasting connections with your grandchildren through the power of shared stories, ideas, and valuable resources.

In a world that’s ever-changing, our mission is clear: to guide you in fostering greatness through meaningful lasting connections with your grandchildren. We believe that every shared story, idea, and resource contributes to building a legacy of love, wisdom, and joy.

As a grandparent, you have a big role in supporting your children as they raise grandchildren.

Looking after grandchildren can be a rewarding yet challenging experience for grandparents.

Embracing the role of a grandparent is a life-altering experience, requiring a period of adjustment to this new chapter

Becoming Better Grandparents: Your Ultimate Goal

To empower you with insights, tips, and resources that will guide you in becoming an even better grandparent. Whether you’re a seasoned grandparent or just starting this remarkable journey, our platform is designed to support your growth, enrich your experiences, and help you leave a lasting legacy.

Common Grandparenting Questions

Here are answers to questions grandparents ask us most often.

How can grandparents stay connected to grandchildren?

Build meaningful connections through storytelling, respecting parents' boundaries, regular communication, and creating special traditions. Focus on quality time over quantity, and adapt to modern communication methods like video calls for long-distance relationships.

What are the biggest challenges grandparents face today?

Modern grandparents navigate long-distance relationships, adapting to new parenting styles, technology gaps, and sometimes raising grandchildren full-time. Success comes from respecting parents' rules while offering wisdom and support.

How do grandparents support their adult children as parents?

Honor their parenting choices, ask before offering advice, follow house rules consistently, and offer specific help rather than vague support. The key is building bridges through respect rather than criticism.

What makes a good grandparent great?

Great grandparents balance wisdom with respect, create lasting memories through storytelling, adapt to family evolution, and prioritize relationships over being right. They leave legacies of love, not conflict.

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