Madonna Harrington Meyer
Sociology professor at Syracuse University and author specializing in grandparenting and care work, offering research-based context on kinship caregiving trends.
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Dec 17, 2025 • 32min
What's driving the rise in grandparent childcare
Giovanna Archuleta, Early Childhood Program Director, discusses New Mexico's universal childcare law, which aims to support grandparents. Sociology professor Madonna Harrington Meyer shares research on the rising trend of grandparent caregiving, driven by economic pressures and family dynamics. Jessica Naranjo, a grandmother from Santa Clara Pueblo, shares her personal experience raising four grandchildren amid familial challenges. The conversation highlights the emotional and financial toll on grandparents and the need for more systemic support.
