30 Things That Are Never The Same After Getting A Grandchild
By Tom Pearson
1 month ago
A New Name
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The first and most notable change you are going to experience is getting a whole new name. First you get called Mom or Dad, and now you get called something like Grandma or Granddad. It really makes you realize how incredibly fast time is passing us by.Your Days Off
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When you reach grandparent age, then you are pretty much ready to retire and start unwinding. However the arrival of a grandchild throws you back into the parenting pot of chaos, and you can pretty much wave goodbye to those relaxing and calm days off.Christmas
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Christmas might lose its sparkle a little as you age, but the arrival of some excitable grandchildren is sure to re-spark your love for the holidays. The festive season is so exciting to young children, so we can't help but get wrapped up in the excitement.Breaking The Rules
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As the grandparent, you earn special permission to break the rules. Feed your new grandkids whatever you want, take them on lavish days out and spoil them rotten. That is what you earn as a grandparent and you should take advantage of it when you can.Dinner
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When the grand kids come for dinner, every grand parent knows that the rules go out of the window. Ice cream for dinner becomes a valid option, and chicken nuggets are a must. Your house becomes the treat house, and the kids get to pick whatever they want.Living For The Moment
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Living for the moment is something that we should all try and do, but modern life can be overwhelming and it sometimes gets a little overlooked. When you have grand kids, you realize how fast your time is passing, and this forces you to live for the now!School Run
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If your grand children miss the school bus, then guess what? You are the school bus now. Chances are that their parents will be busy with work, leaving you to pick up the pieces and come to the school run rescue. Its no easy feat being a grand parent!Birthdays
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Birthdays are always exciting, and getting to see their faces light up reminds you of how excited your children were on their birthday! You get to really spoil them and shower them with presents, just like how you always dreamed your birthdays would be.Vacations
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Vacations with your kids are always fun, and a great way to treat them. When the grand kids come along, vacations go from being a relaxing trip abroad to a whirlwind of chaos and fun. You never thought you would see a water slide again, yet alone be hurtling down one...How Old You Feel
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Every grand parent will agree with this one, having a grand child really does put a spring back in your step. They make you feel young and vibrant all over again, just like how you felt when you first learned you were going to step up and be a parent.Your Love For Them
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You sometimes cant believe how much love you have for these new additions to your life. Your grand children become everything to you, just like when you first became a parent. This feeling only grows with age as you sit by and watch them grow up with your children.Your Birthday
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Arguably your new grand children will be more excited for your birthday than you will be. Prepare yourself for a massive fuss to be made around the special day, as your home fills up with children and grand children ready to celebrate your special day.How People See You
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Your friends and family may start treating you a little differently now you are a grand parent, but you should enjoy and try and embrace it! Not only will you have the title to match your age, you will be able to act a little more like a crazy grandparent too.Bonding With Your Grandchild
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Bonding with your grand children is similar to bonding with your children. It is sort of the same, but very different. Your grand children will see you as a hero from day one, and you get the chance to kind of mold them into a mini version of yourself!Being Youthful
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When you become a grand parent, you get a new lease of life, and begin to feel really youthful all over again. You might find yourself running around the park or sprite-fully carrying your grand children on your back, just like you are 25 all over again!Learning From Your Grandchildren
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Children are the next generation, so you will learn a lot from your grand children if you pay attention to them closely. Your grand children can help you learn how to get to grips with new technology, new experiences and new people. Pay attention to what they have to say!Telling Stories
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Telling your grand children stories from your youth is a real treat. They get to an age where all they want to do is ask questions, and they will constantly pester you for stories and tales. This is how memories are made, and what they will remember you by.Their Birthday
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Popping round to see the grand children is such a treat. On their birthdays, they get so excited for their chance to see you and show off all their presents. You get the chance to really spoil them and show them how much you love them. Super adorable!Parenting Nerves
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Everyone who is a parent knows the nerves of that first day. Driving back from the hospital with a brand new human on your lap is understandably scary, but you forget that the nerves come rushing back when your children end up becoming parents themselves.Your Children Look Like Adults
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When you see your own children become parents themselves, they really start to look like adults. Deep down, you know that they are nervous but doing their best to handle everything. You have been in that position, so you know exactly what they are going through!Indulging Them
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Getting to indulge and treat your grand children is one of the best things about becoming and grandma or granddad. You get to take them to all of your favorite places and treat them to gifts and nice meals. This really is one of the pleasures of the job.Your Health
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Many grand parents will actually tell you that they saw their health drastically improve once they had grand children. You get a new purpose in life and get to almost be a parent all over again. The health benefits are endless, and you will feel so good!Your Children's Birthday
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Everyone knows the feeling. When you were a kid, you got so excited to surprise your mom or dad when their birthday rolled around. A homemade gift or card was the go to choice, and you get to see the grand kids do what your children did when it was your birthday.Messy House
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When you retire from work, your house will be the cleanest it has ever been. Get ready for that to be turned on its head when the grand children arrive. Young children have a special ability to turn air into mess, and they will be keen to show you the mess making skills.Early Nights
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I know that when i was a kid, sleepovers at grandmas house were a really exciting prospect. If you are soon to become a grand parent, then you should mentally prepare yourself for the grand kids sleeping over at any and every given opportunity possible!Pride
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Your grand children become the new light of your life. You are of course, still super proud of your children, but arguably you are more proud of the grown ups your grand children are becoming. This immeasurable sense of pride is all you can think about, and really lovely!Your Knowledge
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If you aren't aware, there is a certain type of strength known as grandpa strength. You just think your grandpa is the strongest, smartest and greatest person in the world, and you get the chance to become this oracle of knowledge to your grand children.Status
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As soon as you become a grand parent, you status changes. You grand children of course look up to you, and see you like a real hero. You will also change in the eyes of your children, as you go from more than being just a parent to a role model to their children.Parenting Do-Overs
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When you first become a parent, their is no training manual and you really end up getting thrown in at the deep end. You make a lot of learning mistakes when you become a parent, and becoming a grand parent gives you a chance to rectify these mistakes.Priorities
