The Twelve Rules of Grandparenting: A New Look at Traditional Roles and How to Break Them

Becoming a grandparent is one of the happiest and most eagerly awaited events in the lives of most adults. Grandparents Break the Rules empowers grandparents to develop their own strategies so that they can have a positive impact on their grandchildren's lives. In a no-nonsense style, the author examines each rule of grandparenting and seeks to clarify, explain, and rewrite the "book" on what to expect from grandparents and, perhaps more importantly, what not to expect. She covers many sensitive issues in a subtle and non-threatening style, including: Grandparents' role in babysitting Spoiling grandchildren Scolding or disciplining Involvement in situations of divorce, custody, or illness Differing parenting styles between generations.