The Joy and Wisdom of Grandparenting
Divorce: Here’s how grandparents can help BY KATHY KINSNER When we think about divorce, we often think about its negative impact on children, like the questions of custody and the profound change to family structure that children experience. But children can continue to thrive in the face of this change when their parents do not … Read more
Divorce: Here’s how grandparents can help BY KATHY KINSNER When we think about divorce, we often think about its negative impact on children, like the questions of custody and the profound change to family structure that children experience. But children can continue to thrive in the face of this change when their parents do not … Read more
Zero to Three What’s new? Gentle parenting BY KATHY KINSNER Every generation seems to approach parenting in a new way. You may have heard someone in the media, or possibly even in your own household, mention the latest trend of “gentle parenting.” If you were curious, or maybe even a little skeptical, read on. The … Read more
Literacy – Is your grandchild struggling with reading? Here’s what to look for BY Carolyn Brown, Ph.D. As a reading researcher, curriculum developer, and a grandparent, I have the joy of seeing literacy from two perspectives—professional and personal. In my work, I study how children learn to read and overcome struggles with reading. And, at … Read more
Step-grandparenting: building bonds in blended families BY NEIL TAFT Blended families are becoming more common, and with them comes the unique role of step-grandparenting. Unlike biological grandparents, step-grandparents don’t always share the automatic bond of birth or long history. Still, with patience, compassion, and genuine care, they can become cherished figures. The key is respecting … Read more
5 Tips for Grandfamilies Facing Mental Health Concerns BY JAIA LENT The U.S. is in a state of mental health emergency in child and adolescent mental health, and a national mental health crisis for Americans of all ages. However, there is one type of family that is particularly vulnerable to mental health concerns: grandfamilies. Grandfamilies, … Read more
A Grandchild’s Grief: When Grandparents Die No one reading this article will question that a grandparent’s life can profoundly influence a grandchild’s life. But how does the death of a grandparent affect a grandchild? According to Brian Yates, Ph.D. of American University, the death of a grandparent can have profound ramifications for a grandchild. In … Read more
