The Science of Surprisology: Why Your Grandchildren Remember the Unexpected Forever What if there was actual research showing that surprising your grandchildren makes those moments stick in their minds longer than ordinary interactions? The science of surprise – sometimes called...

 Why I’m Thinking Through the Idea of a Progress Mindset for Long-Distance Grandparents Through my work with thousands of long-distance grandparents, I’ve seen the incredible effort grandparents put into staying connected with their grandchildren. Over the years, I’ve explored and...

There are seasons in every relationship where the usual rhythms shift. Times when people are busier, more distracted, or simply not available for the kind of meaningful interaction we might hope for. This is especially true when you’re grandparenting from...

There’s something magical about getting a letter or care package at camp, especially when it’s from a grandparent. Whether your grandchild is away for one week or an entire month, a note from you can be the emotional anchor they...

As long-distance grandparents, those in-person visits are golden. Whether it’s a long weekend or a once-a-year holiday, these moments are filled with joy, hugs, and so much love. But they also offer you something else – something you might not...

Long-distance grandparenting is emotionally complex. You can feel joy and pride in your grandchildren — and at the same time, a gnawing sadness that you’re not part of their everyday lives. You might feel love and longing, gratitude and grief,...