Surviving the silly season
The silly season has finally arrived and the countdown to
Christmas is on. From last-minute present shopping to decorating
the tree (and figuring out how to keep your baby well away from the
ornaments and strings of lights), most parents find themselves
completely run off their feet in the lead-up to 25 December.
How can you make the holiday more enjoyable for your whole
family without staying up til midnight every night to try to get it
all done? Here's how to keep your cool and still have fun this
holiday season.
Make a list and check it twice
Don't be afraid to ask for help
Learn to say no -- and ditch the guilt
Be flexible
Put your family first -- your immediate family, that is
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