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Kate Stone Lombardi

Kate Stone Lombardi is the author of The Mama's Boy Myth: Why Keeping Our Sons Close Makes Them Stronger. She was a contributing contributor to the New York Times, and her work has also been published in the Wall Street Journal, Reader's Digest, Parenting Magazine and other national publications.
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The Hidden Risks of Grandparents Posting Kids Online

"Navigating ‘sharenting’ practices across generations can be volatile," says one expert.

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Scientists Say “Grandma Brain” Is Real — Here’s What That Means

There's a scientific explanation for that feeling you get when you see your grandkids.

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Grandparents Are Speaking Out About “Unusual” Baby Names

"The name is something you may hate, but it’s not worth making a thing about," says one expert.

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What Are “Grandma Showers”? The Trend Everyone’s Talking About

"Many have been looking forward to becoming a grandparent for years and years, so it is something to celebrate," says one expert.

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7 Toxic Things Grandparents Should Never Say or Do

As hard as it may be, it's time to take a back seat.

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12 Parenting Secrets to Steal From Moms with Lots of Kids

These families have figured out how to keep it all under control.

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There Are Expert-Recommended Ways Long-Distance Grandparents Can Stay Connected to Their Grandkids

Handling the emotional challenges, on the other hand, can be much harder.

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The New Age of Grandparenting

The gray-haired set isn't what it used to be. Compared with previous generations, today's elders are more open-minded and more involved with their grandkids. But familiar stresses and power struggles remain. Read on for the revealing results from Good Housekeeping's exclusive survey.

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