“He’s here and he’s perfect!”
This is what I wrote shortly after Sebastian, our fourth grandchild, was born: “He’s here and he’s perfect!” was the announcement from a very exhausted … Read more
Jane Schreier Jones
Video chatting with a toddler or preschooler: some basic tips.
During a video chat, our then three-year-old granddaughter Fiona would sometimes lean close to her iPad screen and say, “I wish I could hug you.” … Read more
Diapers, wipes, potty chair. Getting ready for out-of-town grandkids.
Our son and his wife need to pack a million items when they’re flying the 2,000 miles to bring their family to our home. Since … Read more
Honor grandkids’ routines, especially bedtime.
Being a house guest is not easy — and neither is having a house guest. I have found becoming “part” of the family occurs when … Read more
Sleeping arrangements, when grandkids visit.
The ideal situation might be to have the visiting family stay at your home. I’m delighted that it’s possible at our house. The grands and … Read more
Borrowing items for grandkids’ visit.
Where would I be without friends loaning me some high-ticket items babies and little ones need! Generous friends have made the visits easier and less … Read more