I am bothered by the way my 12-year-old granddaughter, Barbara, and her friends dress. They wear skimpy, low-cut tight tops, often exposing their cleavage and tummy area, with equally skimpy, tight shorts. I asked my daughter-in-law what she thought of Barbara’s style of dress, and she said, “What are you going to do? This is […]
Category: Grandparents
Welcome grandparents and parents! We know how important grandparent relationships are, so here you’ll find articles, videos and events on activities grandparents can do with their grandchildren, ways to positively foster these relationships, better communication and appreciation between parents and grandparents (and vice versa!) and more!
Ask Dr. Gramma Karen: Readers’ Comments: Some Thoughts about Race for White Readers
Jezra Kaye’s previous column provides great insight for white readers on the issue of race. Here is a look at some of the constructive discussions generated from it!
Ask Dr. Gramma Karen: Grandmother Is Miserable Caring for Grandsons during Covid-19
There are so many stressors in life right now, and sometimes family can be one of them. Here are some things to think about when dealing with a difficult familial situation.
Ask Dr. Gramma Karen: Jezra Kaye Shares Some Thoughts about Race for White Readers
With the current and much-needed focus on race, it can be hard to recognize your own position of privilege. Dr. Gramma Karen turns to Jezra Kaye for some enlightening insight and eye-opening resources on race and white privilege.
Ask Dr. Gramma Karen: Daughter-In-Law Is an Obstacle to Seeing Our Grandchildren
Our daughter in-law (DIL) has two kids, ages three and one. Two years ago they moved six hours away, and since our DIL has no means to come visit us, we go to see them. Now that our grandson Bryce is three, we feel he is old enough for us to come pick up him […]
Ask Dr. Gramma Karen: We Worry about Our Daughter and Granddaughter
Dear Dr. Gramma Karen,
Our daughter Joan married Donald ten years ago. We all knew there was something off about him; he is very controlling and very insecure. Before they got married, my husband, who is a police officer, let her know how much we love her, and talked to her about our concerns about her marrying him. She went ahead and married him.
Ask Dr. Gramma Karen: Readers’ Comments about Kids and Video Games
You asked and she’s here to answer! Dr. Gramma Karen is back with responses to readers’ questions regarding kids and how video games are actually beneficial for them!
Ask Dr. Gramma Karen: Disagreements about Use of a Ventilator to Treat COVID-19
There is a lot of confusion and uncertainty surrounding Covid-19 in the news today. Here are Dr. Gramma Karen’s thoughts on ventilators and the importance of healthy discussions in this tumultuous time.