Articles On:grandchildren

May 9, 2022

New Grandson’s Name Bothers Grandmom

Grandmom is very unhappy about her grandson’s name and is unsure whether she should say ...

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baby in fathers arms photo by Ammentorp Dreamstime. Grandmom is very unhappy about her new grandson’s name and is unsure whether she should say something to the parents. See what advice columnist Amy Dickinson has to say in this edition of “Ask Amy.”
May 2, 2022

Spoiling the Grandkids or Disrespecting the Parents?

Grandparenting can be a joy, but the relationships among three generations can be fraught with ...

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Grandparents with grandkids – photo by Monkey Business Images Dreamstime. Grandpa treats the kids to cookies and Grandmom undermines the mom. Are these grandparents spoiling the grandkids or disrespecting parents?
April 25, 2022

Protecting Youth from Sextortion Schemes

Do you know a teenager? They and their loved ones should know about the increase ...

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distraught teenager at laptop photo by Ocusfocus Dreamstime. Teenagers and families need to know these FBI prevention and reporting tips to avoid falling prey to sextortion schemes and sexual predators.
April 4, 2022

A Grandson’s Mental Health Needs

Their grandson’s mental health needs are immense and affecting the entire family, and the question ...

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Sad Young Teenage Boy Photo By Stanislav Tiplyashin Dreamtime. Their grandson’s mental health needs are immense and affecting the entire family, and the question of the best way to address his needs is driving a wedge between the grandparents and their son. See what the advice columnist Amy Dickinson has to say in this edition of “Ask Amy.”
March 21, 2022

Grandmom: ‘I Want to See the Grandkids More’

Frustrated grandmom wants to see the grandkids more and does not understand why her daughter ...

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Frustrated Grandmother Photo By Vadymvdrobot Dreamstime. For article, Grandmother wants to see the grandkids more and doesn't understand her daughter and son-in-law's decisions. See what “Ask Amy” has to say. 
February 21, 2022

Ask Amy: Grandmother Bothered by a Correction

Advice columnist Amy Dickinson addresses a grandmother bothered by a correction, overhearing her daughter-in-law contradict ...

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Annoyed Woman On Phone Victorpr Dreamstime. For article, Ask Amy responds to a grandmother bothered by a correction, after overhearing her daughter-in-law correct something she said.
February 14, 2022

Engage with Grandkids in the Kitchen

In these days of enticing kid-focused entertainment, including tablets, video games, and TV on demand, ...

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Grandmother Grandchild In Kitchen Photo By Monkey Business Images Dreamstime. For article on Presenting ideas to engage with grandkids in the kitchen, for grandchildren of any age. Build memories and teach important life skills, too.
January 27, 2022

Disciplining Grandchildren: A Touchy Subject

When our grandkids misbehave in our presence, our natural instincts as long-time parents and disciplinarians ...

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Angry Grandmother Motortion Dreamstime. Disciplining Your Grandkids
January 17, 2022

Ask Amy: Grandparents Want House Rules

With their 18-year-old granddaughter coming to stay for an extended time, these grandparents want house ...

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Grandparents At Home With Teenage Grandaughter And All Are Looking At Laptop Photo By Suprijono Suharjoto Dreamstime. For Ask Amy: Grandparents Want House Rules
January 3, 2022

Ask Amy: Names for In-Laws

In this edition of “Ask Amy,” advice columnist Amy Dickinson addresses a father-in-law whose daughters-in-law ...

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A family gathered in a kitchen laughing, involved in various activities. Photo by Monkey Business Images Dreamstime. for article on names for in-laws