What on Earth is an Upside-down Hug?

5 days ago
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A simple, silly ritual like an Upside-Down Hug can create lifelong memories. Grandparents who build unique traditions give their grandkids…

Grandparents Preparing Families for Dementia

1 week ago

Grandparents Preparing Families for Dementia Dementia is a word that can stir fear, confusion, and uncertainty for many families. Yet…

Telling the Grandchildren

2 weeks ago

Telling your grandchildren you have cancer changes you forever. Their quiet strength, their brave faces, their whispered “We’ve got you”…

Staying Mentally Sharp as You Age

4 weeks ago

Staying mentally sharp as you age is about more than preventing decline, it’s about living with purpose, curiosity, and confidence.…

Grandparents 11th Commandment

1 month ago

With a warm smile and wisdom that comes from years of family memories, Neil reminds us why respecting and supporting…

A Grandfather’s Wisdom for a New Generation

2 months ago

In a world of quick texts and fleeting likes, one grandfather reminds us what truly lasts — love, wisdom, and…

Grandparenting as Reductive Art

2 months ago

Just as a sculptor does not force the wood or stone into something unnatural, a wise grandparent does not try…

The Weight and Wonder of Being the Sole Grandparent

2 months ago

Being the only grandparent in a child’s life is both a privilege and a profound responsibility. It’s not about replacing…

Grandparents and the Mother of Their Grandchildren

2 months ago

When grandparents and the mother of their grandchildren, married or separated, work together with respect and kindness, children thrive in…

When Holiday Traditions Collide

3 months ago

When holiday traditions shift, it can feel like rejection—but it’s really family evolution at work. Learn how grandparents can embrace…