Grandparenting Reimagined

Generation X is rewriting the rules of grandparenting, challenging old traditions and stepping into a role that looks nothing like it did before. As the generation that was once overlooked, GenXers are now getting attention—and some criticism—for the way they approach grandparenting.

Millennial children might think GenX parents aren't involved enough, while Boomer grandparents believe they're too hands-on. But GenXers have forged strong, friendship bonds with their children, shaking up tradi...