Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity
A podcast that explores the heartfelt journeys of grandparents stepping into the role of primary caregivers for their grandchildren. Through weekly episodes, we uncover the diverse and often unexpected paths that lead to this profound responsibility. Featuring interviews with experts offering guidance on financial, legal, educational, and behavioral challenges, we delve into the humble, heartwarming, and sometimes surprising stories of grandparents raising grandchildren, providing insights, support, and community for those navigating this special journey.
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Episodes
82 episodes
A Grandmother and Grandfather That Are Fighting For Grandparents Rights
Are you a grandparent who’s suddenly been cut off from your beloved grandchildren, heartbroken and powerless in the face of family conflict or shifting laws? Have you poured years—sometimes decades—of your life, love, and resources into nurturi...
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Episode 82
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30:48
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Straight Talk With Love: Addressing Childhood Trauma
Are you a grandparent raising grandchildren who have experienced trauma, struggling to break cycles of silence and create an emotionally healthy home? Do you worry about how your own childhood wounds impact your family’s well-being? Are you sea...
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Episode 81
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35:20
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Practical Tools for Grandfamilies Dealing With Hidden Grief
Are you a grandparent who has stepped up to raise your grandchildren following profound family loss, feeling the weight of multi-layered grief while striving to create a nurturing, stable home? Do you find yourself struggling to support childre...
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Episode 80
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29:39
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Dyslexia as a Superpower: A New Model for Teaching Kids
Are you a grandparent raising a grandchild who struggles with reading, writing, or “racing thoughts” that seem impossible to organize? Are you searching for practical answers and genuine hope, exhausted by a school system that just doesn’t get ...
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Episode 79
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50:11
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Rebuilding Trust and Connection: A Guide to Healing in High-Conflict Divorce
Are you a grandparent caught in the crossfire of a high-conflict divorce, suddenly responsible for raising traumatized grandchildren? Do you struggle to rebuild trust and connection in a world turned upside down by legal battles and fractured f...
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Episode 78
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52:41
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Two Voices, One Mission: A New Vision for Supporting Grandfamilies
Have you ever met someone whose story mirrors your own—someone who truly understands the unique joys and struggles of grandparents raising grandchildren? Are you seeking connection, compassion, and real-world solutions in the midst of legal, fi...
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Episode 77
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41:13
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Five STEPS for Proactive Parenting
Are you a grandparent raising your grandchildren and searching for practical guidance to navigate life’s toughest moments? Do feelings of guilt, shame, or overwhelm ever weigh you down as you support children impacted by trauma, addiction, or f...
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Episode 76
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52:12
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Heal Your Story, Empower Their Future: A Grandparent's Guide to (Re)Parenting
Are you a grandparent raising your grandchildren, struggling to break free from deep-rooted family patterns and old wounds? Do you find yourself repeating responses you wish you could change, or wonder how to create a better emotional legacy fo...
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Episode 75
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51:50
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Unlocking Kids Confidence- What The Laptop Life Coach Knows
Has your grandchild’s spark been dimmed by life’s challenges? Do you wish you could unlock unshakable confidence in them, helping them to shine and express their authentic self? If you’re a grandparent raising grandchildren and searching for wa...
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Episode 74
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38:51
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Raising Emotionally Whole Boys: A Grandparent's Guide
Are you a grandparent striving to raise emotionally healthy boys in a world that sometimes discourages men from expressing their true feelings? Do you wonder how to break generational cycles that keep boys trapped in an “emotional desert,” unab...
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Episode 73
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28:30
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Brian McLaren's "The Last Voyage": Charting a Course for Future Generations
Are you a grandparent striving to build a brighter future for your grandchildren while wrestling with today’s unprecedented challenges and uncertainties? Are you searching for practical wisdom on legacy, emotional healing, and parenting through...
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Episode 72
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Why Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Need A Parenting Revolution
Are you a grandparent navigating the joys and hardships of raising your grandchildren, yet find yourself caught in cycles of power struggles and miscommunication? Do you wonder why old-school discipline methods seem to backfire, leaving you fee...
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Episode 71
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How to Lead When There’s No System, No Money, and No Applause
Are you a grandparent suddenly raising your grandchildren, feeling overwhelmed by the lack of support, resources, or recognition for all you do? Do you find yourself exhausted, navigating complex family trauma, or wondering how to keep going wh...
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Episode 70
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56:53
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Connecting Mind, Brain and Heart to Foster Emotional Resilience in Parenting
Do you ever wonder why certain emotional patterns keep repeating in your family, or why reacting to your grandchild’s behavior sometimes leaves you feeling overwhelmed? Are you searching for real tools to help you build emotional resilience as ...
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Episode 69
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Decoding Childhood Anxiety- Recognizing the Signs
Are you a grandparent raising your grandchild, navigating the maze of childhood anxiety and seeking out support? Do you feel alone in identifying the subtle signs of anxiety, unsure when it's time to seek further help? Are you ready to understa...
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Episode 68
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20:40
Nurturing a Healthy Body Image- Unmasking Myths
Are you navigating the complex journey of raising grandchildren, wondering how societal health ideals might inadvertently harm your grandkids' self-perception? Are you seeking fresh insights into nurturing healthy body images for the youngsters...
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Episode 67
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Thriving in Grace- A Grandmother's Guide to Biblical Wellness
Are you a grandparent finding yourself at the intersection of raising grandchildren and seeking spiritual wellness? Are you yearning to connect more deeply with faith while juggling the unique responsibilities of kinship care? Do you feel the c...
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Episode 66
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36:48
Exploring Grief Through the Lens of Yoga
Are you a grandparent navigating the complexities of raising grandchildren while processing grief and trauma? Do you feel isolated in your journey, seeking effective ways to manage stress and find healing amidst the chaos? Are you yearning for ...
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Episode 65
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41:11
Child Sex Trafficking and Exploitation- What Every Parent Needs to Know
Are you a grandparent raising your grandchildren, caught in the challenging battle against child sex trafficking and exploitation? Are you navigating the difficult terrain of trauma-informed care for a child who's experienced deep hurt? Do you ...
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Episode 64
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How to Mentor Neurodivergent Youth With Confidence
Are you a grandparent raising neurodivergent grandchildren, striving to navigate an unfamiliar world with compassion and confidence? Do you seek expert insights and practical strategies tailored for mentoring your unique family members? In a ti...
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Episode 63
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5 Tips to Help Tweens and Teens Resist Peer Pressure
Are you a grandparent navigating the tumultuous journey of raising tweens and teens in today's ever-evolving world? Do you feel the pressures of shaping young minds while contending with the modern challenges of social media and peer influence?...
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Episode 62
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41:27
What I Wish I'd Known About ADHD
In this episode we dive into the intricate world of ADHD with celebrated singer-songwriter and ADHD expert, Nella Dwyer. Nella, unravels common misconceptions, highlighting strategies to support grandchildren diagnosed with this disorder. ...
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Episode 61
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56:15
How to Build Lasting Memories With Your Child in Just 5 Minutes
Are you a grandparent navigating the unexpected journey of raising your grandchildren? Seeking to transform everyday moments into magical memories? Feeling overwhelmed with the challenge but eager to create a loving, positive environment for yo...
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Episode 60
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34:31
Fearless Living- Live the Life Your Soul Intended
Overwhelmed by the relentless grip of fear while navigating your role as a grandparent raising grandchildren? Fear not, you're not alone. Join Laura Brazan on 'Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity' and exp...
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Episode 59
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54:02
Crafting a Legacy- The Power of Words and Storytelling
Are you a grandparent dedicated to crafting a meaningful legacy for your grandchildren? Discover the profound impact of storytelling and the power of words in our latest episode. I'm Laura Brazan, host of 'Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nu...
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Episode 58
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