{"id":26979,"date":"2014-10-04T10:52:30","date_gmt":"2014-10-04T10:52:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stg-httpsdrpremcom-staging.kinsta.cloud\/parenting\/?p=26979"},"modified":"2021-10-06T11:26:55","modified_gmt":"2021-10-06T11:26:55","slug":"best-grandparent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stg-httpsdrpremcom-staging.kinsta.cloud\/guide\/best-grandparent\/","title":{"rendered":"How to be the Best Grandparent"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"4af0d39e3ff1bdbae5976e2330eb4205\" data-index=\"1\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9477973674766713\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"8885944693\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.babycenter.com\/0_top-7-tips-for-new-and-expecting-grandparents_10360339.bc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Becoming a grandparent<\/a> will change your life. Now, you will experience the same type of unconditional love you felt for your own kids, but without all the sleepless nights, temper tantrums, and headaches.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Being a great grandparent can be a great way to build a bond with your grandchild. After all, you want them to WANT to visit you, not think of it as a chore.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you want to be a great grandparent, be sure to use these tips.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Keep some toys at your house.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It doesn\u2019t matter how often your grandchild comes to visit, by providing toys for your grandchild to play with while there, you\u2019ll be a great grandparent. No child wants to be bored out of their mind, and if they\u2019re forced to just watch TV while at your house, that\u2019s exactly what they\u2019ll be. Talk with your child to see what type of toys would be good for your grandchild, and then either buy some new toys or shop around garage sales and resale shops for those that are gently used.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Keep good snacks at your house.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Since you\u2019re much older than your grandchild, your tastes are probably much different. But that doesn\u2019t mean that you should force your grandchild to eat whole-wheat crackers every time they come to visit. Be sure to keep some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.parents.com\/toddlers-preschoolers\/feeding\/healthy-eating\/the-20-best-snacks-for-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">kid-friendly snacks<\/a> on hand for your grandchild to enjoy. You can keep it healthy with granola bars and applesauce, or you can spoil them with cookies and other sugary treats (as long as it\u2019s in moderation).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Provide support.<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"4af0d39e3ff1bdbae5976e2330eb4205\" data-index=\"2\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9477973674766713\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"8885944693\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>Being there to support your grandchild will show them that you care and make you a great grandparent in their eyes. For example, attend their sports games, plays, and graduations to show them how proud you are. You can even provide support in other ways by accompanying them to doctor or dental exams that may be painful or scary. Being there to hold their hand and provide assurance can make you a valuable asset to your grandchild.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Don\u2019t be too old.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>While you can\u2019t change your age, you can change the way you behave. You may be set in your ways and enjoy your quiet lifestyle, but you need to remember that your grandchild is a young individual whose curiosity forces them to be explorative. Don\u2019t force your grandchild to only do quiet activities while at your house, and don\u2019t treat your grandchild as if he or she is a nuisance. Instead, let them be kids and be loud. If you don\u2019t want to do this in your home, take your grandchild to a park, to the zoo, or somewhere else where being loud is acceptable. 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