| Fun Ideas & Tips For Grandparents and their Grandchildren

Take A Time Out… Ditch the Routine

Mar 26, 2023 | Special Features by Leslie & Kay, founders

4 Reasons Why Getaways Lift the Mind and Spirit
a special feature from Kay Ziplow & Leslie Zinberg , founders

Let’s not spend too much time here on the past; we all know it’s been a challenge. Now we are perhaps in a better frame of mind and wanting to stretch ourselves for some much needed time-out. How many times have you wanted to take some time for yourself, but thought it wasn’t possible? And how many times have you complained how exhausted you are, without doing anything about it?

Shame on You- How to Know when to Keep Quiet

Mar 5, 2023 | Special Features by Leslie & Kay, founders

a special feature from Kay Ziplow & Leslie Zinberg, founders

We are never too old to make mistakes, and consistently learn from them. What happens when we get too overzealous and interfere with perhaps the marriage of our children or our ideologies of parenting? Should we be so intent on having our ideas or experience shared- or should we wait to be invited to the conversation?

8 Ideas for Winter Fun Perhaps snow and cold are in your wheelhouse!

Feb 9, 2023 | Funtime

That being said, we all know how it feels when those brutally cold winter days creep up on us and we feel STUCK. We might even be out of ideas of how to keep the grandkids, and family entertained (or even to get them to come over- ha!). Don’t fret.. we’ve put together a list of some fun family friendly activities that will cure those winter blues. Oh, and don’t forget to bundle up! Whatever you do – have fun.

Make Positive Changes

Jan 8, 2023 | Health & Well-Being

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!*

A Little Intel on Vitamins!

Oct 30, 2022 | Health & Well-Being

As children, we are told to eat our fruits and vegetables because they are good for us, but there’s often little explanation as to why they are good for us. A more accurate request would be to ask children to eat their vitamins.

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!

Best Kids’ Sites We Love!

Sep 15, 2022 | Latest & Greatest

We all know that kids (and adults!) are addicted to screen time. What’s important is for us to provide our grandchildren with online platforms that are appropriate for them.

With parental supervision and guidance, you can keep your kids safe online. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends no screen time at all for children under two, and one to two hours a day for those older. So, which sites should kids visit during their allotted time? Young ones will undoubtedly race to seek out their pals from that other screen—the television—or get right to gaming. Their choices might make you cringe. We’ve found eight sites where kids can catch up with favorite characters, play a few games, and expand their horizons.

Where Will Your Dreams Take You?

Sep 1, 2022 | Latest & Greatest

We all have dreams…dreams for ourselves, and dreams and aspirations for our children and grandchildren. One of the biggest things to think about is how to live life to the fullest, in the present, and without regret. Thoreau said, “Never look back unless you are planning to go that way.”

As we grow older, are we learning to enjoy the journey? Are we experiencing joy, and sharing joy? Do we inspire others? Let’s follow our dreams, and have some fun. Let’s go forth and prosper….

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!

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!

Communication is Key- A Skill Worth Learning

Jul 10, 2022 | Experts Corner

an exclusive feature by Bonnie Compton*

One of the biggest issues in relationships is the lack of communication, or more specifically mis-communication. It can lead to tension in the relationship and worse, estrangement. Many of us were not taught how to communicate effectively by our parents, and neither were they. In order to break this generational cycle, it’s important that we learn healthy effective ways to communicate with each other. An important skill we can then pass on to our grandchildren.

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Take A Time Out… Ditch the Routine

Shame on You- How to Know when to Keep Quiet

8 Ideas for Winter Fun Perhaps snow and cold are in your wheelhouse!

Make Positive Changes

Etiquette 101 this Holiday Season

A Little Intel on Vitamins!

Be the Best Babysitting Grandparent Ever!

Best Kids’ Sites We Love!

Where Will Your Dreams Take You?

The Biggest No-No’s of Family Relationships

The Power of Calm

Communication is Key- A Skill Worth Learning

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