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30 Essentials Every Grandparent Should Have

For fun, snacks, and safety, these basics help make every grandchild's visit a great one

by Paul Rogers

Hosting grandchildren in your house is one of the great joys of grandparenting. But it helps if you have what you need to keep them safe, fed, and smiling. We asked some experts to help us create this list of 30 essentials all grandparents should stock to make their homes must-visit destinations for kids.

 

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Paul Rogers is a New York City–based journalist who has written extensively for newspapers and magazines.
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