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Are you a grandparent navigating the unexpected journey of raising a grandchild with dyslexia? Are you overwhelmed by the challenges and eager to unlock your grandchild's full potential despite t…

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Are you a grandparent navigating the unexpected journey of raising a grandchild with dyslexia? Are you overwhelmed by the challenges and eager to unlock your grandchild's full potential despite the obstacles? Are you seeking effective strategies and a supportive community to guide you through this nuanced path of kinship care?Join me, Laura Brazan, on 'Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: What Everyone Ought to Know About Dyslexia.' In this episode, Griselda Provencio, an expert in dyslexia diagnostic testing, shares her inspiring story of personal discovery and triumph over dysl…

Are you a grandparent wondering why every homeowner—especially those raising their grandchildren—needs a living trust? Are you concerned about ensuring your Legacy is passed down without complicat…

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Are you a grandparent wondering why every homeowner—especially those raising their grandchildren—needs a living trust? Are you concerned about ensuring your legacy is passed down without complications? Discover crucial insights into Estate planning from the expert himself.I’m Laura Brazan, and in today's episode of 'Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity,' we're joined by Oscar Vasquez, a seasoned Real Estate professional with over 28 years of experience. Oscar sheds light on why a living trust can save time, Money, and Stress, securing a brig…

Are you battling the weight of Mental Health challenges while raising your grandchildren? Do you feel the complexity of navigating a bipolar disorder diagnosis and its impact on your family, especiall…

Are you battling the…

Are you battling the weight of mental health challenges while raising your grandchildren? Do you feel the complexity of navigating a bipolar disorder diagnosis and its impact on your family, especially when relief seems out of reach? Are you searching for proven strategies to manage emotional turmoil and reclaim a sense of normalcy for your loved ones? Understanding and healing with bipolar disorder can feel like a never-ending rollercoaster, filled with peaks of mania and valleys of Depression.I'm Laura Brazan, and today’s episode of "Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Throu…

Are you a grandparent unexpectedly raising your grandchildren, facing a myriad of challenges and emotions? Do you find yourself seeking guidance and strength amidst the daily trials, longing to connec…

Are you a grandparen…

Are you a grandparent unexpectedly raising your grandchildren, facing a myriad of challenges and emotions? Do you find yourself seeking guidance and strength amidst the daily trials, longing to connect with others who understand your journey?I’m Laura Brazan, host of 'Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity,' and today you are in for an inspirational treat. Join us in this special episode, "Meet Mr. Whiskey—U.S. Navy Veteran, Author, Podcaster, Preacher, and More!"Mr. Whiskey, who has traversed a path riddled with Trauma, will share his unique journey from…

Are you navigating the complex world of raising your grandchildren, seeking guidance and support in the midst of a whirlwind of challenges? Do you find yourself feeling alone, grappling with the weigh…

Are you navigating t…

Are you navigating the complex world of raising your grandchildren, seeking guidance and support in the midst of a whirlwind of challenges? Do you find yourself feeling alone, grappling with the weight of decisions and responsibilities that can sometimes feel overwhelming? Are you striving to create a safe, nurturing environment while managing your personal Growth and well-being?I’m Laura Brazan, and welcome to 'Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity.' Like many, my life changed dramatically in 2022, when the sudden responsibility of caring for my grandchil…

Are you a grandparent navigating the intricate path of raising your grandchildren and seeking a beacon of understanding and support? Do you battle the emotional turmoil of past grievances while strivi…

Are you a grandparen…

Are you a grandparent navigating the intricate path of raising your grandchildren and seeking a beacon of understanding and support? Do you battle the emotional turmoil of past grievances while striving to provide a nurturing environment for the younger generation in your care? Amid the overwhelming responsibility and Grief, the quest for healing and peace can feel like an elusive dream.I’m Laura Brazan. In 2022, my life took an unexpected turn when my two grandchildren arrived at our doorstep, once again making me a full-time caregiver. Despite decades of experience as a devoted mother, I n…

Are you a grandparent unexpectedly raising your grandchildren, grappling with the emotional turmoil of stepping into the parental role once again? Do you struggle with the challenges that come from ca…

Are you a grandparen…

Are you a grandparent unexpectedly raising your grandchildren, grappling with the emotional turmoil of stepping into the parental role once again? Do you struggle with the challenges that come from caring for children who’ve experienced trauma, often feeling alone and overwhelmed? Are you searching for practical strategies to transform your family dynamic and foster a healthier, more connected household?I’m Laura Brazan, and in 2022, life threw me an unexpected curveball when I became the primary caregiver for my two grandchildren. Despite my years of devoted parenting, nothing prepared me…

Are you a grandparent raising a teenager and finding it challenging to navigate the shifting dynamics of modern parenting? Do you struggle with communication, feeling like your conversations often lea…

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Are you a grandparent raising a teenager and finding it challenging to navigate the shifting dynamics of modern parenting? Do you struggle with communication, feeling like your conversations often lead to conflict instead of connection? Are you seeking practical strategies to foster cooperation, responsibility, and independence in your teen?I’m Laura Brazan. In 2022, my peaceful Retirement transformed unexpectedly when I became the primary caregiver for my two teenage grandchildren. The reality of this new role came with countless hurdles—especially understanding and effectively communicat…

Are you a grandparent unexpectedly raising your grandchildren, while also managing modern-day tech challenges and social systems? Are you seeking innovative solutions to better support your family, am…

Are you a grandparen…

Are you a grandparent unexpectedly raising your grandchildren, while also managing modern-day tech challenges and social systems? Are you seeking innovative solutions to better support your family, amidst the complexities of kinship care? Navigating communication gaps between generations and finding accessible resources can feel like an uphill battle, isolating you in your journey.I’m Laura Brazan, and my life changed dramatically in 2022 when I became a grandparent raising grandchildren. The experience has made me realize that while love is vital, practical support and community are indispe…

Are you a grandparent unexpectedly raising a strong-willed grandchild, navigating the complexities of intergenerational parenting? Do you often find yourself battling emotions and seeking tools to man…

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Are you a grandparent unexpectedly raising a strong-willed grandchild, navigating the complexities of intergenerational parenting? Do you often find yourself battling emotions and seeking tools to manage confrontations effectively? Are you striving to establish a harmonious household while nurturing the unique spirit of your headstrong grandchild?I’m Laura Brazan, and on this episode of 'Grandparents Raising Grandchildren,' we dive into the world of strong-willed children with expert insights from Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm and the Calm Parenting Podcast. In "4 Effectiv…

Are you a grandparent unexpectedly raising your grandchildren, navigating the relentless stress and Burnout that comes with Caregiving? Do you feel as if your identity has vanished in the shuffle of m…

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Are you a grandparent unexpectedly raising your grandchildren, navigating the relentless stress and burnout that comes with caregiving? Do you feel as if your identity has vanished in the shuffle of medical appointments and emotional strain? Have you ever wondered if there’s a way to recover from burnout without demanding endless hours you don’t have? The pressures of caregiving can overwhelm even the strongest among us, turning daily life into an uphill battle.I’m Laura Brazan, and alongside my guest, Carrie Severson, we delve into real experiences of surviving burnout recovery one mome…

Are you a grandparent raising grandchildren and navigating the complex world of eating habits and food narratives? Do you struggle with understanding how to manage dietary needs while promoting a heal…

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Are you a grandparent raising grandchildren and navigating the complex world of eating habits and food narratives? Do you struggle with understanding how to manage dietary needs while promoting a healthy relationship with food in your household? Do you find yourself overwhelmed with the desire to model positive eating behaviors without falling into the trap of food restriction?I’m Laura Brazan, your host for 'Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity.' Like many of you, I've faced the unique challenges and joys of raising my grandchildren, and I'm he…