Kids don’t understand how exhausting the holidays are for parents, says GoGirl Finance editor–in-chief Sarah Chang in a recent column.
She has two daughters and says she’s heard about Santa non-stop since Thanksgiving. But this year, she’s making a change: Chang wants to adjust her children’s expectations—and simultaneously save her bank account—by getting her daughters to focus more on giving and compassion.
In her column, she offers suggestions such as:
Inspire charitable attitudes: Let your kids know others aren’t as lucky by getting them to help you pick out toys and food for charity drives.
Make room for new toys: Start a winter cleaning tradition by donating old toys your kids don’t use. Also start conversations about how much they really need.
For more tips, check out her article. Also read:
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