Tag: holiday traditions
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We’re Embracing a ‘No Toy’ Christmas This Year
Get Pregnant Fast The sheer volume of toys that my 19-month-old daughter has accumulated is astonishing. Toys are scattered throughout our house—stuffed animals in the living room, a play kitchen in the kitchen, and toys strewn in the guest bedroom. They are literally everywhere. She has so many toys that she hardly even notices when…
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Thanksgiving Nostalgia: The Quirky Decor at Our Parents’ Homes
Get Pregnant Fast As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, many of us prepare for a nostalgic trip back to our childhood homes. For countless individuals, this means encountering the unique and sometimes bizarre decor that our parents have clung to over the years. Often sentimental, parents can be reluctant to change their home’s aesthetic or part…
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Girl Scouts PSA: Why You Shouldn’t Coerce Your Kids into Hugs
Get Pregnant Fast As the holiday season approaches, a familiar debate resurfaces: should we compel our children to offer hugs and kisses to relatives, even when they’re reluctant? Increasingly, parents are leaning towards the idea that it’s inappropriate to force physical affection if a child isn’t comfortable, countering the traditional belief that it’s simply a…
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Our Family Celebrates Christmas in a Big Way, and I Have No Regrets
Get Pregnant Fast Last year, my brother-in-law shared a photo on social media that showcased the mountain of Christmas presents our families had amassed under their tree. The comments included a flurry of “wows,” “geez,” and even a “holy cow!” I get it — even we found ourselves asking, “Did the gifts multiply overnight?” Despite…
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A Child’s Unfiltered Letter to Santa: A Refreshing Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast When a young child’s letter to Santa takes an unexpected turn, it often leads to laughter and reflection. In a heartfelt yet cynical message, 6-year-old Ella raises some intriguing points about the holiday season. Her take on Santa Claus prompts Nia and Max to delve into how to navigate the complexities surrounding…
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My Top 25 Christmas Books for Family Reading
Read more I’ve been collecting Christmas books for over a decade, and I’d love to share my top 25 favorites with you. There’s something magical about reading together as a family during the holiday season! Each year, we add new titles to our collection, creating a delightful tradition that brings joy and warmth to our…
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Friendsgiving: Our Favorite Holiday Tradition
Get Pregnant Fast The first time I hosted a Friendsgiving, I was a freshly married 20-year-old with limited cooking skills that mainly revolved around instant noodles. Living three states away from my family in a tiny apartment near the military base where my husband was stationed, I quickly learned that holidays could be pretty lonely…