When you first find out that you are becoming a grandparent, everything changes.  You have entered a new stage of life.  Your family is growing.  A new story is beginning.  It may be time to revisit your plans and priorities.

You’re probably excited.  You may imagine yourself holding the grandbaby, playing with a toddler, or watching your grandchild in a school play.

People take many different approaches to grandparenthood, shaped by their own experiences and the dynamics of their family.  The time before the baby comes offers an opportunity to reflect on your new role as a grandparent.  What does your child (the new parent) need?  How can you help? What do you aspire to?  We have developed a New Grandparent Checklist which has both questions to think about and steps you can take to prepare to be a wonderful grandparent.

Do you know that you have an opportunity to enhance your grandchild’s life and future health right away –even before they are born?   Take time to learn about the new science of pregnancy and early development.  We will continue to address these topics here at Planet Grandparent and there are great resources on our Resources page.

Open up to your potential as a grandparent.  Send love to your grandbaby and the entire family.