We know that grandparents can make a huge difference in the lives of their grandchildren. They can be another ear to listen. A teacher, a carer. Someone to share different ideas and viewpoints. They can be a key source of … Continue reading
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Listening Helps Calm My Grandson’s Fears
When our grandson was one, and just walking, we convinced his parents to let us babysit so they could have a night out. They were quite nervous because they did not like to hear their son crying. We told them … Continue reading
Pillow Fighting Saves the Day
I thought, “No, we aren’t going to be able to handle a big upset right now!” so I got her to let him go, and we kept on pillowfighting and wrestling for a long time–10 or 15 minutes.
Healing a Separation Trauma
When your child experiences a traumatic separation, there are simple, practical things you can do to help.
The Morning Grumpies Turned Around
I moved us over to the couch and pulled him onto my lap and held him while he cried away all the cluttered emotions that were getting in his way.
How To Reassure Your Child During a Melt Down
Our children need us to be open to the intensity and the power of the feelings they are having. They need us to fully hear how hard it is.
A Grandma Listens
The Daddy was trying to talk his daughter out of the tantrum, but our teacher kept gently reminding him that this was exactly what his little girl needed to do, and that she was smart to work on her feelings so vigorously.
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