In this episode of Homeschool Minnesota, host Dayle Annand welcomes Lori Wildenberg, author of 'Grandparents Make Grandpartners.' They discuss the vital role grandparents play in their grandchildren's lives, the importance of maintaining healthy relationships with adult children, and the challenges faced by parents and grandparents in today's culture. The conversation emphasizes the need for open communication, support, and understanding within families, as well as the unique contributions grandparents can make to their grandchildren's faith and development.

Links:

To purchase "Grandparents Make Grandpartners":

https://loriwildenberg.com/books/

To contact Homeschool Minnesota--MÂCHÉ:

https://homeschoolminnesota.org/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Grandparenting 02:51 The Importance of Relationships 06:03 Navigating Parenting Adult Children 08:54 Culture Wars and Family Dynamics 12:00 Challenges for Parents and Grandparents 14:58 Supporting Adult Children as Grandparents 17:52 Grandparenting Styles and Their Impact 20:42 Addressing Grandparent-Parent Dynamics 23:40 The Role of Grandparents in Faith Development 26:53 Unique Perspectives of Grandparents 29:55 Conversations About Involvement 32:48 The Joy of Grandparenting 35:54 Conclusion and Encouragement