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BY JAIA PETERSON LENT Spring Break! For children these words may bring excitement – a break from the school routine, a family vacation or even a chance to spend time
BY TERRY CRALLE, RN, MS Sleep is critical for every family member—young and old alike. Sufficient sleep is foundational for good health and optimum functioning, and it’s mandatory for proper
By Cathy Livingstone | Every grandmother is unique. So why shouldn’t your “grandma name” reflect your personal style? This fun quiz will help you choose a grandma name that fits you
So, you’re going to be a grandparent! The first image that comes to mind is that angelic little bundle wrapped in pink or blue gazing up at you. A new
By Susan Reynolds | Anything. That’s what most of us say we would do to help our children attain their heart’s desire or alleviate their heartache. But few would even
The Issue: Ever wish you could tell parents or grandparents what changes you would like them to make? Seriously? How would that really work? Well, we decided to turn
By Jan Parish, M.Ed. | Reading a good book together is one of the most cherished gifts a grandparent can give a grandchild. A quality storybook is one that is
Grandparents Day And The Delivery Of A New Grandchild! By Pat Manfrede I just became a grandmother on the day after my 54th birthday. It was the most amazing feeling.
By Jack Levine, Founder 4 Generations Institute, Director of GRANDPartners for GRANDParents Program Sunday September 8th is Grandparents Day. I invite you to share a few minutes with me reflecting
Promoting the healthy development of your grandbaby’s back and neck By Esther Gokhale World-renowned back pain expert and posture guru Esther Gokhale is founder of the Gokhale Method
Baby gear for Nana and Papa’s house By Colleen Sell When my children were babies and toddlers, a visit to or sleepover at Grandma and Grandpa’s house meant bringing
Outdoor activities you can enjoy with grand babies and tots this summer By “The Grammies” of The Grammie Guide: Activities and Answers for Grandparenting Today A grandchild’s days from birth
How to host a perfect party for a new grandmother By Heather Pieczonka Baby showers for new grandmothers are gaining popularity among modern mimis. Never mind that they’re a
Anne Lamott, “the people’s author,” gets real about being a new grandmother and mothering a teen parent By Colleen Sell “A grandchild is like a fine jewel set in an
The Issue: Expectations about The Role of Grandparents “When you stop expecting people to be perfect, you can like them for who they are.” (Donald Miller) Sometime, somewhere, someone is going
Ready, Set, Baby! The Watch and Learn Guide to Your Baby’s First Year Maureen Connolly, Author and Producer Open Air Publishing Reviewed by Lori Bitter Raising my children
The Issue: We both laughed, when we read a comment by author Hope Edleman (Mother of My Mother), “Grandparents are just as likely to be sources of conflict as pillars
Being a grandmother is one of life’s most important roles, and many women can feel unprepared to take it on. New Age Nanas: Being a Grandmother in the 21st Century
By Doreen Rosenthal and Susan Moore More than 2,100 blended families are formed in the United States every day (according to thebondedfamily.com). That means a large percentage of the