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    7 Things You Can Do NOW to Plan Ahead for a Stress-free Holiday Season

    Oh, the holidays… there isn't anything that pressures us quite like planning for them. The in-laws, gifts, shopping, wrapping, parties, etc. I can go on and on, but the key to not stressing out and actually enjoying the festivities. Thus, let's prepare in advance for the hundred little things that must get done (mostly by you!). Here are 7 things you can do NOW to stave off last-minute chaos. - By Danielle Sullivan

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      If you just cannot afford that high ticket item on your child's wishlist, explain to them in an age-appropriate way why they might not get that one thing they want most. Or if you are looking for a way to pull off that treasured gift, tell it to relatives who ask you what to get your kids. Maybe they would be willing to give the child money or chip in to purchase the item together.
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      Have Hard Conversations
      If you just cannot afford that high ticket item on your child's wishlist, explain to them in an age-appropriate way why they might not get that one thing they want most. Or if you are looking for a way to pull off that treasured gift, tell it to relatives who ask you what to get your kids. Maybe they would be willing to give the child money or chip in to purchase the item together.

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