Learning the Boundaries of Communication
Of all the challenges we grandmas face, the biggest seems to be around communication with our adult children. Communication takes sensitivity, empathy, patience and a lot of practice.
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Engaging with Your Tech-savvy Grandkids
When it comes to technology, the new mantra for grandparents should be: if you can’t beat ’em, join ’em. If we want to be a part of our grandchildren’s lives, we have to learn technology.
Read More »Are Your Children or Grandchildren More Tech-Addicted?
Most parents try their best to set rules and limits about the use of tech devices for their children but they also realize they’re not setting a very good example with their own use.
Read More »The Benefits of Expressing Gratitude
People who acknowledge the goodness in their lives are generally healthier, happier, have stronger immune systems, and enjoy higher levels of the happy hormone dopamine.
Read More »What Do You Want to Preserve for Your Grandchildren?
Listen to my podcast with author/psychologist Dr. Stephanie Brown describe how the drive for speed is an addiction impacting our culture and our relationships with our grandchildren.
Read More »Listen to the New GaGa Sisterhood Podcasts
Listen to the GaGa Sisterhood podcasts, “Conversations with Modern Grandmas” with Christine Crosby, founder of GRAND Magazine and Dr. Karen Rancourt, advice columnist of “Ask Dr. Gramma Karen.”
Read More »What Grandmas Want from Moms
We grandmas are not trying to take over your role as parents. We just want to be part of the team and support you in all the hard work you do to raise the grandchildren.
Read More »How to Calm Conflict Over Grandchildren
If you have a challenging relationship with your daughter-in-law, here are a few tips from Honey Good on how to improve your relationship.
Read More »What Moms Want from Grandparents
I surveyed over 50 moms and asked them what they want from the grandparents. Most of their poignant responses fell into two categories: they want respect and empathy.
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