Boomer Banter, Real Talk about Aging Well

Navigating Long-Distance Relationships with Grandchildren


Listen Later

Staying connected with our grandchildren isn’t always easy—especially when miles separate us. As grandparents, we want to be involved in their lives, share our wisdom, and build cherished memories. But as they grow up, get busy, and focus on their own worlds, staying in touch can feel like an uphill battle.

In this episode of Boomer Banter, we dive into the realities of long-distance grandparenting. I share personal stories, insights from listeners, and strategies to help bridge the gap, no matter the distance. We explore:

✅ How grandparenting has evolved over the generations

✅ The role parents play as “gatekeepers” to our grandkids

✅ Practical ways to maintain strong bonds at different ages—from toddlers to teens to young adults

✅ How to reset expectations to avoid frustration and strengthen relationships

Whether you’re looking for fresh ideas to stay engaged or simply reassurance that you’re not alone in this struggle, this conversation is for you. Staying connected may take effort but love always finds a way.

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

Boomer Banter, Real Talk about Aging WellBy Wendy Green

  • 5
  • 5
  • 5
  • 5
  • 5

5

25 ratings


More shows like Boomer Banter, Real Talk about Aging Well

View all
Hidden Brain by Hidden Brain, Shankar Vedantam

Hidden Brain

43,540 Listeners

Happier with Gretchen Rubin by Gretchen Rubin / The Onward Project

Happier with Gretchen Rubin

12,910 Listeners

Untangle by Untangle

Untangle

836 Listeners

Good Life Project by Jonathan Fields / Acast

Good Life Project

3,321 Listeners

The Simple Sophisticate - Intelligent Living Paired with Signature Style by Shannon Ables

The Simple Sophisticate - Intelligent Living Paired with Signature Style

877 Listeners

The Flipping 50 Show by Debra Atkinson

The Flipping 50 Show

451 Listeners

Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson by Rick Hanson, Ph.D., Forrest Hanson

Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson

2,503 Listeners

The Dr. Hyman Show by Dr. Mark Hyman

The Dr. Hyman Show

9,280 Listeners

Meditative Story by WaitWhat

Meditative Story

3,079 Listeners

Wellness While Walking by Carolyn Cohen

Wellness While Walking

230 Listeners

Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition by Dr. Jockers

Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition

805 Listeners

We Can Do Hard Things by Treat Media and Glennon Doyle

We Can Do Hard Things

41,471 Listeners

The Mel Robbins Podcast by Mel Robbins

The Mel Robbins Podcast

20,362 Listeners

Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus by Lemonada Media

Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus

10,789 Listeners

Today's Tips from AARP by AARP

Today's Tips from AARP

451 Listeners