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Grandparents have a lot to offer their children and grandchildren! Proverbs 16:31 says, “Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained in a righteous life.” Those grays that we all try so hard to cover up are actually an outward sign of wisdom. When we are paying attention, time teaches us valuable lessons! The time grandparents spent in the trenches of young parenthood and not helping their children parent their kids has been an opportunity to gain insight and perspective.

5 of the Best Gifts Grandparents Have to Offer Their Grandchildren

Your adult children have just made THE big announcement you’ve been waiting for: you’re going to be a grandparent! You’ve probably been looking forward to this for some time and can’t wait to love on that little baby when they finally arrive. Maybe you’ve already begun thinking about what you want to be called, how you’re going to help with the baby, and all the adorable things you’ll buy for the nursery. There’s a lot to think about and plan for, but this is brand new territory with new roles and rules. While children haven’t necessarily changed over time (eat, sleep, play, poop), many things have. Parenting styles have emerged and evolved, and childcare practices have shifted based on science, research, and technology. Here’s a primer for modern grandparents to help you navigate your new role, your changing relationship with your child, and more.

The Dos and Don’ts of Grandparenting

Some expectant parents say that they aren't taking hospital visitors. Others say that the grandparents won't be allowed to visit their newborn grandchild for the first few weeks or even months. Many grandparents are confused and hurt by these decisions. Why would parents prevent grandparents from visiting their newborn grandchild?

Why Some New Parents Have Strict Rules for Grandparents Visiting Their Newborn

Editor's note: This article was originally published on January 24, 2020. It has since been updated. If you were lucky enough to spend time with your grandparents growing up, you likely have cherished memories. What you might not realize is that they were helping you develop skills to become a more secure and happier adult. From guiding children through stressful situations like bullying or divorce to providing extra love and care, grandparents play a crucial role in a child's well-being. Now, there's scientific evidence to back this up.

Children who spend time with grandparents are more secure and happier, studies reveal

The Atlantic

Produced by ElevenLabs and News Over Audio (NOA) using AI narration. Few generational stereotypes are more familiar to Americans than the overbearing mother needling her grown children to settle down and start a family. But it may be time to retire that cliché. A recent survey by Pew Research Center found that only 39 percent of registered U.S. voters say “society is better off if people make marriage and having children a priority,” and a majority say society is “just as well off if people have priorities other than marriage and children.” This followed earlier Pew research showing that most young adults feel little to no pressure from their parents to marry or have kids, and that most parents do not consider it “important” whether their kids do so.

Why Parents Don’t Mind If Their Kids Don’t Marry

Editor's note: This article was originally published on January 11, 2021. It has since been updated. When Priya Amin's 7-year-old son handed her a drawing, her first instinct was to respond with a standard reply of "ohh, that’s so cute!" However, when she took a closer look at the sketch, she was left at a loss for words as she realized it was a heartbreaking depiction of their interaction 10 minutes earlier. It showed a parent at work and a child looking on and asking "Mommy are you done?" The mother, seated before a laptop, responds "No," without looking back. "I actually looked at it, and it broke my heart," Amin told Good Morning America. "Well, it sort of warmed and broke my heart at the same time."

Working mom gets drawing of her from 7-year-old son that 'breaks her heart' but also hits close to home for parents

New York Post

An Aussie grandmother of eight has said she will buck the growing trend of the older generation helping out with child care, but her words have angered many.

Avril Moore, a writer, said while she enjoys being a grandmother, she was very quick to tell her three adult children she would not be available for child care.

Child care, in this instance, was all-day baby-sitting several days a week while the child’s parents were at work. In her opinion piece for the Age, she said it was often women over the age of 65 who stepped into this role.

“As parents, a good part of...

I won’t take care of my grandchildren — some call me selfish but I don’t care

La Grange, IL

When Becca and Jordan Itkowitz moved back to La Grange, Illinois, after three years in Denmark with their two sons, Evan, 8, and Max, 10, they experienced culture shock.

Soon after moving stateside in 2017, Becca received a call from school that Max had thrown a snowball during recess.

“Not at anyone, mind you,” Becca told The Post. “Just throwing a snowball because it’s fun and he’s a kid. I laughed and agreed to talk to him about American school rules and how snow can be perceived as a ‘weapon.'”



Max was also chastised for picking up a stick. “In Denmark, picking up...

‘Danish Secret to Happy Kids’ reveals tips to make children more independent — and it doesn’t involve homework

Business Insider

"For Love & Money" answers your relationship and money questions. This week, a reader is giving their real estate to their adult children.

I gave my land to my adult kids, and my husband is furious that his kids aren't getting it. What should I do?

Insider

While being an only child has its perks, it also means my parents depend on me to take care of them as they get older. It can be a lot.

As an only child, caring for my aging parents solo is a burden — but it's forced me to get better at asking for help

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Emily Standley Allard

If you’ve ever wondered why your partner or mate was so gosh darn easy to love, or on the flip side impossible to love at times, their sun sign could give you some important clues! I’ve definitely been in relationships that have tested my patience to the limits and other ones that have been a smooth sailing ride. The answers just may be in the stars! Read on to discover the zodiac signs according to Astrology.com that are the easiest to the hardest to love.

The Zodiac Signs Ranked Easiest to Hardest to Love

The US Sun

BEING a parent isn't everyone's cup of tea, and one mom said she's fed up with the daily routine. The fed-up mom revealed that she was even considering divorce and calling it quits. She opened up about her parenting struggles in a post. "I just don’t like motherhood anymore," she...

I’m a stay-at-home mom but motherhood is a drag – my kids’ tantrums ruin anything fun and I think about divorce daily

It’s important to give your elderly parents support. Here are things to get your elderly parents to make their life comfortable. Things To Get Your Elderly Parents To Make Their Life Comfortable. As you and your family get older, looking after your aging parents will become a natural part...

Things To Get Your Elderly Parents To Make Their Life Comfortable

Children can begin learning and participating in household duties as young as 2. While handling the tasks yourself may be easier and less time-consuming, involving your children in the home can bring a sense of joy and togetherness, helping them gain confidence, a sense of accountability, and a deeper connection to their family members.

How to Teach Your Children to Be Household Helpers

Philadelphia, MO

NewsNinja

In February 1957, Philadelphia was enveloped by a devastating enigma that had tormented the metropolis for years. Referred to as the "Boy in the Box," the incident involving a young boy's discovery in a paper container has confounded detectives and fans of true crime. Even after many attempts to reveal the facts, the boy's name and the events leading to his demise still elude discovery.

The Mysterious Case of the Boy in the Box

The Ultimate Stay-at-Home Dad, By Shannon Carpenter. A practical guide for modern-day parenting geared toward stay-at-home dads, offering advice on everything from learning to cook and clean with children to dealing with mental health and relationships, with the easygoing perspective that dads can use their natural talents to parent any way that they choose.

Books For Parents

Distractify

Kam Laurente (@kamlaurente) has a bone to pick with parents who are unable to tell their kids no, and try to placate them at other people's birthday parties.Her viral rant on "birthday etiquette" racked up 232,000 views from the first day it went up on TikTok. Here's what she had to say."One of my biggest pet peeves is when a child doesn't understand that someone else's birthday is not about them," she says, pointing her finger into the camera as a baby's leg can be seen entering the frame of her video. She then begins to talk about a birthday...

“Someone Else's Birthday Is Not About You” — Mom Slams Parents Who Won’t Teach Kids Birthday Etiquette

North Carolina State

Town Talks

As North Carolina continues to attract new residents, understanding the rights and obligations of both tenants and landlords becomes increasingly important. Here’s what you need to know about landlord entry and tenant rights in the state.

Can landlords enter at any time, or is it trespassing? Here are the rules in North Carolina

Florida State

Tami Shadduck says her husband has sleep apnea and snores. She started sleeping in the spare room, and having separate beds is helpful.

My husband and I have been sleeping in separate rooms for 4 years. I've never slept better, and our intimacy hasn't suffered.

Books can help generate useful discussions with grieving children, regardless of why they are mourning. Focusing on stories instead of labels or problems draws children out and fosters empathy. Children benefit from "competency islands," places of refuge in an ocean of vulnerability and uncertainty. Bad things inevitably happen to many...

Thoughts on Children in Bereavement

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4 Ways to Have Less Conflict When Co-Parenting with Grandparents

When my daughter was first born, we were faced with the dilemma of one parent resigning their career position, hiring daycare, or looking into an alternative....

4 Ways to Have Less Conflict When Co-Parenting with Grandparents

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