Bridging the Generation Gap
Different values, communication styles, and life experiences can make it challenging for younger and older family members to relate to each other. But there’s a powerful, often underappreciated force that can bridge that divide: grandparents.
Co-Parenting with Adult Children
While it can be deeply rewarding to witness your adult children raising their own kids, it can also bring unexpected challenges—especially when your parenting philosophies differ or when boundaries are not clearly understood or respected.
Talking to Grandkids About Money, Gratitude, and Giving
Talking to Grandkids About Money, Gratitude, and Giving Grandparents understand that money significantly influences a child’s values, decisions, and relationships. While schools cover financial mechanics, instilling gratitude and generosity often starts at home, where grandparents can have a significant impact. Here are some ways grandparents can initiate meaningful discussions about money, gratitude, and giving with […]
The Squishy Stuff: Spoiling & Gift Giving
I’m tackling two of the squishiest parts of grandparenting: Spoiling Grandkids and Gift Giving. These subjects aren’t easy because there’s no one-size-fits-all answer.
Your Grandparenting Legacy
If you choose to lean into the Grandparenting journey with intention, your legacy will be a powerful one. The more you connect, listen, and love, the deeper the roots you plant in your grandchildren’s hearts.
Helping Our Grandkids Grow Morally and Spiritually
I believe it is important to consider how we share our values with our Grandkids. It is right on target to think that there is a theme of finesse when it comes to us being our best at this Grandparenting deal.
The Importance Of Reading To And With Your Grandchildren
I tell this story to reinvigorate you to zero in on the importance of reading with your Grandchildren. I like to have them tell me about their books, and I always share what I read with them when appropriate. I don’t preach; I share when those teaching moments present themselves.
THE ELEPHANT(S) IN THE ROOM
As time passes and there is trouble in paradise you understandably want to defend your own child but at what cost? The common denominator in these two critical junctures of Grandparenting is emotions.
Don’t Ever Forget the Parents
This involves recognizing the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the modern world and finding innovative ways to connect with and support grandchildren while respecting the evolving dynamics of family relationships.
New Grandparents
Many Grandparents are unaware at the time, but it is also a consideration as to which side of the Maternal/Paternal spectrum you occupy. This entire article is about observation.