Join us as we consider the question: Would you throw yourself a baby shower as a new grandparent? We also get into the rising statistic of those who live 24/7 with their grandkids. We finish up with a reflection over the first season of “Fun Grandma!!” We discuss what we have learned, some of our favorite moments and how our lives have changed for the better. It truly has been a season of learning what it means to connect with the next generation, how to show up when things get hard and trading ...
Jul 18, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 17
The summer season is ripe with opportunities to connect with grandchildren or any child. Susan Bramlet provides us some great ideas & reminders of what is available to us during the summer to make memories together. Be sure to listen to the end for a “reposting” of our conversation with Martie Beck! The ideas she shared in that episode were worth repeating. Whether you're a grandma looking to connect with your grandkids or a parent wanting to create tech-free fun, this episode is packed with...
Jun 19, 2025•31 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Val Byrd serves alongside her husband Ian, who is the Apostolic Team Leader of Life Links International. Val encourages leaders all over the world in Christian ministry. She is also a grandparent to 10 grandkids! We discuss navigating change, learning new things & we get insight on how to build family connections. #grandparenting #leadershipcoaching #fungrandma #LifeLinksInternational Reach Val Here for Leadership Coaching: https://lifelinks.org/pro-val-byrd/
Jun 14, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Susanne Maynes is an author, blogger, seminary graduate, and of course a fun grandma! This conversation is rich because of Susanne's generosity in sharing about her books, her journey of being a non-traditional student in her 60's and also from the benefits of learning to be yourself in Jesus. Susanne’s website: https://www.susannemaynes.com Susanne’s Substack: https://substack.com/@susannemaynes?utm_source=top-search #grandparenting #devotionals #biblestudy #prophesy
May 22, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Regular listeners would know the star of our podcast, Parker Sue from past discussions. Parker is Sue’s great grand daughter and she is darling!! [really, really darling!!] In honor of Mother’s Day we had the privilege of having a multi-generational discussion with several of Parker’s people! Her mom Lexi Wimer, her grandmas Kim Bramlet & Angie Wimer and of course Great Grandma Susan! So many great pieces of wisdom are shared and some insight on how a new baby brings new dynamics to a family...
May 07, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 13
We have a moving conversation with our two friends, April West & Jessica Movius who both have survived breast cancer. They open up about their journeys, coach us up on how to be a good friend to those going through trials and we also fit in some insights on grand parenting of course!! #Cancer survivors, #faith in Jesus, #strength in faith, #healing journey, #support system, cancer recovery, prayer, #overcoming adversity, #spiritual growth, #cancer faith stories, #cancer survival, life after ...
Apr 25, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Easter ideas that are fun and meaningful for grandkids or any kids in your life. #Easter #Grandparents #Minno #Yoto To watch us demonstrate these ideas check out the video on youtube: https://youtu.be/IfskDCma3wU For more info check out the blog: https://www.fun-grandma.com
Apr 10, 2025•14 min•Season 1Ep. 11
We brought Shelleigh's mom back to talk about losing your spouse, being a widow and how to best support our friends who lose a spouse. We learn the importance of staying positive, keeping memories alive and to respect that we all grieve differently. Susan has a "go to" author for encouragement. It isn't mentioned in the podcast but you can find out by checking out the Fun Grandma blog here: https://www.fun-grandma.com #fundgrandma, #widow, #memories, #grandparent, #grief
Mar 25, 2025•19 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Terry Cox & Susan Mann have spent their lives together. They’ve supported each other as moms, served together and had a mad amount of fun together. Take a listen and you will notice they have gathered a lot of wisdom over the years. They also represent some great organizations your might want to check out… PEO International: https://www.peointernational.org/ 100+ Women Who Care Confluence: https://100womenconfluence.org/ St. Joseph Regional Medical Center: https://www.sjrmc.org/volunteers Ch...
Mar 12, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Join us in our final “health series” installment where we get to interview Ange Movius. Both of us have admired Ange’s take on many things; Creativity, Productivity, and of course Health - we think she has some pretty great daily habits and ways of navigating life. We also cover some fun ways to connect with kids! Ange is a mom, ministry leader, seminary student along with being a content creator. She hosts two Youtube Channels: “Crunchy Bible” https://www.youtube.com/@CrunchyBible “Encyclopedia...
Feb 25, 2025•36 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this episode we have a conversation on relational health with Pastor & Coach Brad Bramlet. Brad loves well by giving others his time - but with an understanding that we receive love in different ways. He applies the wisdom of Gary Chapman's book, The Five Love Languages in creative and effective ways with his family. We are certain you will enjoy this conversation as much as we did. 5 Love Languages https://5lovelanguages.com/ Axis.Org / Cultural Translator https://axis.org/resource-categ...
Feb 11, 2025•39 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Sue shares a couple of great ideas for connecting with grandkids over Valentines Day. We'd love to hear any ideas you have! How do you make Valentines special for your grands?? Share your ideas with us; in the comments, email office@fungrandma.com or record your idea for free on speak pipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/FunGrandma We were honored to talk with guest Keri Rinard. Keri is a great example of someone pursuing a passion so open heartedly it benefits others. Keri Rinard leads "Plugged In M...
Jan 28, 2025•28 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Polly is certainly a fun grandma who so enjoys having her grandchildren in her home. She shares some of the activities she and her husband Cliff like to do when the grandkids are with them. We also learned so much about the benefits of halotherapy , a dry sauna that provides the health benefits of salt to treat a long list of ailments. Polly helps us be in awe of how God provides healing through so many of the things around us including, colors, light, and especially salt. For our local listener...
Jan 14, 2025•46 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Sue and Shelleigh have a conversation about preparing for a New Year and what they might consider with their "Rule of Life" in 2025. It is a small conversation about a big topic. Check out some resources to learn more about a Rule of Life Practicing the Way Tool https://www.practicingtheway.org/ruleoflifebuilder Practicing the Way Study https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0N4Moh2edUo SpeakPipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/FunGrandma...
Dec 31, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Our friend Martie is the queen of fun! Check out some of the great ideas she has to connect with her grandkids you are going to want to try - even the ones that involve knives and fire.
Dec 19, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Join us as we have a conversation with counselor, Nancy Myklebust. We discuss her favorite family traditions and she provides wisdom on how to support those we know who might be grieving this holiday season. Help provide counseling for those who might struggle to pay by supporting Release Counseling: https://www.releasecounseling.org/donations
Dec 17, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Today's conversation is full of some great ideas to connect with family over the holidays and we have a terrific visit with one of Susan's grandchildren, Jordan Bramlet.
Dec 05, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 3
We discuss fun things to connect as family including Sensory bins, & ideas for Thanksgiving. Check out our blog at https://www.fun-grandma.com for links to items we think you might like. Also connect with us on Speak Pipe with your grandchild story, question or ideas. https://www.speakpipe.com/FunGrandma
Nov 20, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Hello! We are Fun Grandma where we hope to build a community around healthy relationships, connecting with kids at their different stages and healthy living.
Nov 20, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 1
