"The role of great-grandparents, once rare in families, is becoming more common today as longevity increases and more people live to see their great-grandchildren."
"Ashton Verdery, a sociologist, notes that the number of great-grandparents in the U.S. rose by 33 percent in just over a decade, indicating a demographic shift."
"Living long enough to become a great-grandparent was once uncommon, but now more people are experiencing this role, making it less of a niche phenomenon."
"Many contemporary American teens enjoy the presence of not just grandparents, but multiple generations, enriching their family experiences and connections."
Hannah Domoslay-Paul reflects on her childhood spent with two great-grandmothers, one a devoted crocheter and another a retired teacher, creating lasting family memories. As a graphic designer and mother of six, she ensures her own children enjoy similar experiences with their great-grandmother, who remains active at 92. Interestingly, the phenomenon of great-grandparenthood is becoming less rare, with significant growth in the number of great-grandparents in the U.S., highlighting a demographic shift that enriches family dynamics across generations.
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