Tips for Grandmas

The Power of Praise

April 16, 2013
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Today’s parents are warned that excessive praise will make children praise dependent. But it’s important for grandparents to compliment our adult children on their parenting.

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Grandma Competition Is Universal

April 8, 2013
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A grandma friend confessed to me she struggles with a “jealousy issue” with the “other” grandma. I reassured her she was not alone – grandma competition is universal.

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10 Tips for Long-Distance Grandmas

March 7, 2013
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Half of all grandparents in America live more than 200 miles from their grandchildren. Here are some tips for long-distance grandmas from “The Grammie Guide.”

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Confessions of a Bossy Chef

February 5, 2013
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My husband says he married me because of my assertiveness in the kitchen. Now he gets irritated when I take control in the kitchen…and he should. I’m bossy in my kitchen.

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Grandparents and Grandchildren Share a Common Ally

January 21, 2013
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Your relationship with your grandchild is embedded in the relationship with your adult child and his spouse. They’re the gatekeepers to a successful relationship with your grandchildren.

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Stop, Look, and Listen Helps Grandmas Practice Empathy

January 2, 2013
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Remember when you were first learning to cross the street? Our moms told us to STOP, LOOK, and LISTEN. Those three words will also get us into the right mindset for showing empathy.

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Are You Guilty of Gift Giving Competition?

December 17, 2012
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Are you caught up in the gift giving frenzy this holiday season? Do you wonder whether the gifts you give your grandchildren will be as good as the “other” grandma’s?

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