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The Bristol Grandparents Support Group

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Sometimes we have to have an open mind, to be prepared to listen and to admit that sometimes in certain circumstances estrangement is the last and only option.

If we can step out of our own situation for a moment and consider what we would say to a friend who was experiencing a difficult family relationship, we might just see things a little differently.

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Being an estranged grandparent turns your whole world upside down. One day you’re part of everyday life, birthdays, school runs, hugs at the door, and the next there’s silence. That kind of loss isn’t small, and it isn’t,

Just one of those things

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A new year arrives whether we’re ready or not. The calendar turns, fireworks fade, and suddenly everyone is talking about fresh starts and big plans. But when you’re an estranged grandparent, the new year can feel complicated.

You may be stepping into January without the children you love in your arms, wit...


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A child’s earliest experiences shape not only how they learn, but how they understand relationships, manage emotions, and navigate the world. Education in the early years goes far beyond reading, numbers, and school readiness, it lays the foundation for healthy family dynamics, emotional resilience, and the ability to handle challenges later in life.

One of the most cr...


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