NEO Grandparent

A bowl of whipped cream — the ultimate act of spoiling a grandchild. We were five or six years old and our grandfather asked my cousin and me what our favorite food was. "Whipped cream," we said. So he took a box of Dream Whip out of the cupboard and mixed up a bowl and gave it to us with two spoons. We were in heaven. No wonder grandparents get a bad rap for spoiling grandkids. How will you celebrate National Grandparents Day this year? ...

Night sky watchers dream of clear, cool evenings when the stars seem to pop with bright clarity. Autumn and early winter are perfect times to take in the beauty of Northeast Ohio's skies. A good place to start is the dark sky park in Geauga County ...

When it comes to thinking about our families, it’s helpful to put them into the perspective of a support system. Regarding personal relationships, our families are the first people we learn to socialize with, and therefore we view them as one of the most significant sources of casual support. ...

Pillow... Check. Stuffed bear... Check. Special snack... Check. Legal documents... Uh-oh. When you're planning a sleepover with your grandchild, don't forget the legal stuff. While it rarely happens, when you need medical or legal permission to make decisions on your grandchild's behalf, it's good to be prepared. ...

Grandkids + hot weather = pool time. Or does it? Our Grammy on the Go columnist has tips for grandparents who want to help the kids cool off but aren't sure they're ready for a trip to the pool. Her advice? Dive in, the water's fine. ...

The July 4th holiday is just around the corner and that will bring many opportunities to watch fireworks with the grandkids! ...

NEO Boomer & Beyond is proud to support the Everyday Heroes Activity Center now open at the @MaltzMuseum. This interactive play space offers children and families a fun way to explore the values of everyday heroes through books, crafts, movement, and more. Check it out at www.maltzmuseum.org .

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Boredom grants children the opportunity to be alone with their thoughts and feelings, which create an environment for personal growth. This can help them learn about who they are and where their thoughts go without other influences. ...