As a grandparent, you may feel "out of practice" in caring for a very young child. It may have been many years since your own children were young. We know more now about how the brain develops and how to keep children safe. the number of "educational" toys and products may seem overwhelming. What's a grandparent raising an infant or toddler to do?
The first step to caring your your young grandchildren is to relax. Even though we've learned more over the last few years about how very young children develop, the basic needs haven't changed all that much. The basics that you gave your own children are still the most important things for your young grandchild: a warm, loving relationship; a safe, secure home; chances to try new things; consistent routines; and gentle, loving guidance. By providing a nurturing home for your grandchild, you are giving her essential support that will help her grow into a healthy, happy adult.
For more information on basic safety, brain development, relationships, etc. visit this site:
http://www.fcs.uga.edu/ext/pubs/chfd/CHFD-E-59-08.pdf
From: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren, Cooperative Extension, The University of Georgia
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