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How to celebrate Christmas minus the chaos

Give yourself a break on gifts and gatherings to truly enjoy what is supposedly the most magical time of year.

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12th Nov. 2019 1:11 PM

If you can’t all make it together for December 25, just plan the celebration for a different date. Picture: iStock

Grandparents stepping back can help kids in parenting role

We have a lot we can teach grandkids and most of us look forward to that, but we shouldn't lose sight of the lessons our...

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20th Aug. 2019 12:08 PM

Grandparents letting their children solve some of their own everyday problems is sometimes better than stepping in to help.

Man nails gender ignorance with one comment

We no longer live in a world where gender defines what you can do, and there is no place for forcing stereotypes on...

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23rd July 2019 3:07 PM

Gender-based issues can be a common theme with a set of boy-girl twins in a family.

Baby name key to the game of life

The list of choices might be endless, but the moniker you choose for your child creates a connection to last a lifetime.

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28th May 2019 12:05 PM

Hundreds of names can be thrown into the ring when a new baby is expected.

Adult children can alter your recipe for life success

Multi-generation living makes sense, but clashes of opinion mean the living arrangement is not to everyone's taste.

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30th April 2019 12:04 PM

When your children grow up, be prepared for their opinions to differ from yours.

Be disciplined in response to grandkids' bad behaviour

A badly timed 'this is ridiculous' might tip parent over the edge, so try to follow your offspring's family rules.

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02nd April 2019 12:04 PM

Even the rules around the much more socially acceptable time-out can be a bone of contention between parents and grandparents.

Memories of childhood can last forever if you put in effort

You might regret it if you forget to fill out the baby book when you're trying to fill in the gaps decades later.

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05th Feb. 2019 12:02 PM

Appreciating the little moments is one of the great joys of grandparenting.

In 2019, I resolve to be ... more selfish

It's not a pretty word and I feel a bit uncomfortable saying it out loud, but my word for the year is selfish.

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09th Jan. 2019 1:01 PM

Nannas give a lot to their children and grandchildren, but sometimes might need some time to themselves.

Give the grandest of all gifts - your experiences

Think twice before buying another toy for the grandkids this Christmas and offer something more meaningful.

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11th Dec. 2018 10:12 AM

You could create your own gift voucher for lessons in a specific skill you have as a Christmas gift for your grandchildren.

Teach how things used to be, but embrace new as well

Old photos and artefacts are important to share with your grandkids, but so is modern technology.

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16th Oct. 2018 2:10 PM

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