In this episode of Prime Time, I’m joined by one of Australia’s most trusted psychologists, Dr Michael Carr-Gregg. He’s a renowned expert on mental health and families, the author of 18 books, and a familiar voice as a broadcaster. Today, we’re diving into an exciting and quickly-evolving topic: grandparenting in the modern world.

Many of our Prime Timers are approaching this pivotal stage of life or early in their grandparenting years and are trying to navigate their role carefully. But the role of a grandparent isn’t what it used to be—it’s more dynamic, complex, and meaningful than ever before. In fact Dr Carr-Gregg says that grandparents are the ‘glitter glue’ for Australian families.

Dr Carr-Gregg’s latest book, Grandparents: A Practical Guide to Navigating Grandparenting Today, is packed with invaluable insights. On the show, he shares the big lessons every modern grandparent needs to know—including his recipe for building a great relationship with your grandchildren right from the start.

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Highlights of the show:

The evolving role of grandparents in 2025: How longer lifespans and shifting family dynamics have changed the game.

Screen-based childhoods vs. play-based childhoods: How grandparents can step in to counterbalance the challenges of modern technology and create meaningful connections.

The power of rituals and storytelling: Passing down family history and values, and why this is more important than ever.

Building resilient grandkids: The two key psychology lessons grandparents can impart—positivity and resilience—and how to use teachable moments to shape strong, adaptable young minds.
Grandparenting and emotional regulation: How to adapt from being a parent to a grandparent and model the emotional skills kids need today.

The grandparenting code: What every grandparent needs to know to build a thriving, lifelong relationship with their grandchildren.

We also cover the crucial moments—like how to react to your child’s pregnancy announcement, why the name they choose matters, and the glitter glue role grandparents play in holding Australian families together.

This episode is packed with practical tips and fresh perspectives on making grandparenting a joyful, impactful, and fulfilling part of your Prime Time years. Don’t miss it!

Tune in now to discover how to embrace this remarkable role and become an amazing grandparent in today’s world.

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