Becoming a grandparent presents an opportunity to reflect on your values and intentions.  Think about what kinds of relationships you want to nurture.

This New Grandparent Checklist can help you get started.

•  Think back about your grandparents and parents.

–        What memories do you have?

–        What did you love most about them?

–        What did you learn from them?

•  What did you do as a parent that was positive?  What would you like to do differently?
• What were your experiences with childbirth? What is the story of your child’s birth?
• Look for ways you can reduce stress in the family.
• Work on your strength and health.
• Learn about pregnancy, birth, and infant development..
• Start healing your relationship with your child (if needed)
• Send love to yourself, your child, and the grandchild.
• Visualize a healthy grandbaby.