One of the important and exciting milestones of old age is becoming a grandparent. The joys of becoming grandparents cannot be ignored. In addition to increasing support and encouragement for our grandchildren through our extensive experience as parents, grandparents also give us the opportunity to see the world through baby eyes, hear and explore. to explore your grandchildren’s music, to be able to play them again, and to appreciate the magic of mind development. Many grandparents reported that they were more satisfied with their grandchildren than with their children because the pressure of parenting at that time weighed heavily on them and made time rarer and more quality.
To enjoy the benefits of being a grandparent, here are some tips and activities to do with your grandchildren:
1. Was there when the grandchild was born. It was a monumental moment.
2. Don’t play favorites. Spend as much time alone with your grandchildren as possible. With multiple grandchildren, give everyone “one-on-one” time.
3. Be a part of your grandchild’s life. Remember birthdays, holidays and special times.
4. When making plans or making decisions, always check with your parents first. Remember that they are the primary parent and you are just the “surrogate”.
5. Exit. Children love exciting adventures on the beach, walking in the park, watching movies and plays, attending concerts, and visiting science centers and museums.
6. Take a day trip to a national park, a weekend trip to a nearby town, or a weeklong trip to your favorite destination. These are moments that will always be cherished and remembered.
7. Play the game. The game also allows you to help your grandchild learn how to be a good athlete and play fair.
8. Share your interests. Participating in hobbies and activities that you or your grandchild enjoys can be a great way to spend time together and get to know each other.
9. Be a role model. Good relationships with your grandchildren and their parents will set the stage for them to “climb” up the generation ladder on their own.
Today, millions of American families are separated by distances too great to maintain their everyday rights. Thanks to advances in technology, grandparents, and grandchildren can connect through the Internet. One grandmother we know gave all her grandchildren a fax machine so they could stay in touch every day while other grandmothers sent love letters by mail and used the phone to stay updated and in touch. with their grandchildren.
Recently, step-grandparents have become a family phenomenon due to the increasing number of blended families. Although it is a complicated relationship, many people have managed to create a beautiful union through patience and perseverance.
