| Fun Ideas & Tips For Grandparents and their Grandchildren

Etiquette 101 this Holiday Season

Nov 20, 2022 | Experts Corner

a few tips and reminders can only be helpful!

Ah, the winter holiday season, time for ugly-sweater wearing, high calorie intakes (!!), party hosting, and fumbling for the proper greeting. We do love this time of year, even when holiday etiquette can get confusing. As we juggle the influx of invites, family reunions, festivities, cultural traditions, and gifting decisions, we often must stop and think, “am I doing this right?” Whichever way you spread holiday cheer, we figure a good goal would be to master these must-know, expert-recommended etiquette standards that you can share with the entire family (subtly) this holiday season!*

Do You Live Your Most Authentic Life?

Nov 6, 2022 | Special Features by Leslie & Kay, founders

an exclusive feature from Kay & Leslie, founders grandparentslink.com

As we age, we often tend to forget just who and what we are. That’s so sad, since we are more vital than ever — to our families and to ourselves and to our friends. This is not our last act, but the beginning of new and interesting experiences, and that’s why it’s so very important to do a little self-examination occasionally. A little check on the system never hurt anyone.

Be the Best Babysitting Grandparent Ever!

Oct 23, 2022 | Experts Corner

Who doesn’t absolutely adore those precious moments as grandparents where we are passed the baton from our children to spend time with our grandchildren one on one?! However, sometimes we don’t think of every little detail that might make those parents feel more comfortable leaving their little ones. In finding the perfect balance between delighting our grandchildren and pleasing their parents, we are put to the challenge. Here are 5 tips to be the best babysitting grandparent… EVER!

Connecting with Teenage Grandchildren

Oct 9, 2022 | Experts Corner

When your grandchildren were toddlers, they lit up your world, and when they were kids, they wanted to spend hours and hours at your house with you. Now that they’ve grown up into teenagers it can be tougher to connect. While teens can be a little harder to converse with, often preferring their peers to their elders, it’s not impossible. You just have to find some one-on-one time and a little common ground.

5 Reasons You’re Always Hungry

Sep 4, 2022 | Health & Well-Being

You’re driving along on your way to do errands, or work, maybe to the gym, or to pick up the grandkids and—bam, it hits you—that overwhelming gnawing hunger. The next thing you know, you’re pulling into a drive through and ordering up a storm. Isn’t it fascinating (and frustrating) how the “I have to eat now!” feeling can hit even if you’ve been making good nutrition a top priority? Experts are discovering that when you eat, what your food tastes like, and even how much you drink can have a major impact on how often hunger pangs strike.

Leading nutritionists were asked to share the five most common reasons all of us are frequently famished, as well as their top tips for maximizing satisfaction and keeping hunger at bay.

The Biggest No-No’s of Family Relationships

Aug 21, 2022 | Special Features by Leslie & Kay, founders

a special feature by Kay & Leslie, founders grandparentslink.com

There’s nothing like family. The people we’re related to by blood and marriage are expected to be our closest allies, our greatest sources of love and support. Too often, however, our interactions with family are filled with misunderstanding and resentment, bickering and badgering. Those we should know and be known by best, end up feeling like adversaries or strangers. Here are some tips on ways to keep your family dynamics and relationships healthier and happier!

8 Ways to Really Show You are “Grand”

Aug 7, 2022 | Experts Corner

Muses of being a grandparent and what you can do often calls for some deliberate thinking!
Being a knock-your-socks-off grandma or grandpa is fun, sure – but it also takes time and effort. Here’s some tips we’ve caught along the way to help you show off exactly how grand you are!*

The Power of Calm

Jul 24, 2022 | Experts Corner

an exclusive feature by Bonnie Compton*

Be the change you wish to see.
~Mahatma Gandhi

How many times have you told someone Please calm down? Perhaps your child, grandchild or partner. Have you ever been told to calm down when you were upset? How did it make you feel? I bet not good!

The Beast of Burden- How Not to Hold Grudges

Jun 26, 2022 | Special Features by Leslie & Kay, founders

a special feature from Kay & Leslie, Founders grandparentslink.com

A family feud. A cold war with a neighbor. A workplace injustice. It might feel right to hold on to your sense of being wronged—but you may end up with more than your share of the suffering. Here’s how to move forward:*

Simple Changes That Make A Difference

Jun 12, 2022 | Latest & Greatest

Who isn’t concerned about the ever-present dangers of our fragile planet? Combating climate change can be a daunting challenge; those personal small fixes around the house can make a big difference.

How to be the ‘Grand’parent You Dreamed of Becoming

Jun 5, 2022 | Special Features by Leslie & Kay, founders

First things first ‘grand’parents, we need you to realize that it’s not a competition with anyone… not with your spouse to see who can get more attention, and certainly not with your own child, nor the mother or father of your adored grandchild. The grandkids are embarking upon a part of their lives where they need to discover and uncover and experience all that life has brought forth. You now must learn as a grandparent to be in control of consideration and respect, and manage your emotions so that you are not the cause of family despair. Sometimes, as much as you may not want to…you may have to learn a little self-discipline and keep your thoughts and opinions to yourself.

10 Reasons to Embrace Your Age

May 22, 2022 | Special Features by Leslie & Kay, founders

We are no strangers to the fact that aging comes with many pros and cons. It’s best to remember that age is just a number and that’s it. Most important, do not waste time on the demise of your youth. We can reframe things differently if we choose. We can choose to embrace aging with an understanding that we have probably spent the first 50 years in a hurry with little time, wisdom, or awareness about what it all meant. Because during those years, our focus was on function not appreciation. So next time you notice yet another spot or new wrinkle, ignore it.
Instead, focus on the many positives associated with moving into a brand new, and potentially very rich, phase of your life.

Tag: advice

Etiquette 101 this Holiday Season

Do You Live Your Most Authentic Life?

Be the Best Babysitting Grandparent Ever!

Connecting with Teenage Grandchildren

5 Reasons You’re Always Hungry

The Biggest No-No’s of Family Relationships

8 Ways to Really Show You are “Grand”

The Power of Calm

The Beast of Burden- How Not to Hold Grudges

Simple Changes That Make A Difference

How to be the ‘Grand’parent You Dreamed of Becoming

10 Reasons to Embrace Your Age

About Us

Join Our Newsletter

Check out our E-Book Series

Catch Our YouTube Channel Here!

Facebook

Grandparenting: Renew, Relive, Rejoice

Look Who’s Talking

Would You Like To Receive Our Weekly Newsletter?

You have Successfully Subscribed!