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Grandma Misses You
Grandma misses you! by Margaret De Stefano
The coronavirus pandemic has totally disrupted the daily lives of all Americans. Additionally, for many of the country's 70 million grandparents, contact with young grandchildren has been cut off. Older Americans have a higher risk of developing complications from COVID-19, and children may be asymptomatic carriers. So intimate relationships have been frozen in time, leaving grandparents longing for a connection they once took for granted. Grandparents are these enormously important attachment figures. Families worry the separation could weaken the bond between grandparent and grandchild. The bond may be lasting, but childhood is not. Children grow quickly, and an older grandparent may see the clock ticking. Many ask," When am I going to see my grandchildren again?" They miss the closeness.
They are also worried about the health risks their grandchildren pose to them. Technology to the rescue! They can see their grandchildren over Zoom. It's not a perfect substitute, but it helps keep grandchildren engaged. Occasionally, some drive by their children's homes to visit from the driveway. Medical experts see such outdoor encounters as relatively safe. For grandparents who live far from their grandchildren, this time has meant canceling family gatherings. Many now contact their grandmother daily over Messenger Kids, a communications app. The calls can't replace a visit, but everyone can look forward to the calls and connection. Don't forget to call grandma!
how to get Children to wear a
Mask
It's important for children to wear face coverings when out shopping or other places where they can't social distance. Here's an idea. Be creative. Let them put a drawing or sticker on their face covering. They can even decorate their mask like face painting. Your child will respond more favorably if it's their own special creation!
Remember! Governor Newsom mandated that all Californians must wear face coverings in public or high risk settings.
Kathryn A. Perry, DO
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