Little Kids, Big Hearts: Grandparent Relationships

Grandparents, or older friends and family members, can play pivotal roles in children’s lives, acting as caregivers, mentors, and friends. They can offer unique guidance to their adult children turned parents, sometimes even stepping into the primary caregiver role for their grandchildren. Whether grandparents live in a child’s neighborhood or far away, the love and emotional support they provide can significantly contribute to the healthy social and emotional growth of their grandchildren.

In this episode, Todd interviews his own 96-year-old grandmother, as well as his sister and niece about their family memories and relationships. He then chats with two other grandparent-grandkid duos: Brenda and her granddaughter Kailah, followed by Marvin and his granddaughter Melanie.

This episode is about grandparents — but it’s not just for children who have grandparents! Many children also have meaningful relationships with older family members or friends.

Sound design and mixing is by Ahmed Ashour, and the ukulele music you hear is by actor and composer Bill English.