Includes bibliographical references (pages [251]-256).
Contents:
Introduction: Stardust -- Part I. The family grows -- Grandparent prep: what to do before the baby comes -- When everything changes: the shift of power -- Part II. The intangibles -- Nurturing the moral imagination -- The more they know, the taller they grow: the impact of family stories -- Our fountain of youth -- Part III. Real issues, real solutions -- Love and sacrifice: custodial grandparents -- Staying close while living far away -- Who gets what and when? -- Part IV. Growing up, growing old -- The short goodbye: taming teenage grandkids -- The gloaming -- Epilogue: "Grandma, I'll always visit you"
Summary:
Drawing on her personal experience, dozens of interviews, and the latest findings in psychology, Jane Isay shows how a grandparent can use his or her unique perspective and experience to create a deep and lasting bond that will echo throughout a grandchild's life. She also offers a wealth of practical advice, from when to get involved, when to stay away, and how to foster a strong relationship when you're separated by long distance.
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