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Christmas Present Limits
Read all 10 responses: "Christmas is getting close and I am trying to prepare... Just wanting to see what some other families do in regards to present ...
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- Hi M., we have a 15, 11 and 9 yr old and spend the same $$ on each of them. We have all three make a Christmas Wish List and made the deadline for 11/15 so we have tim...
- We do the same thing. my 14 year old and 3 year old get the same budget. If teen wants designer clothes and shoes and video games, that is fine, but when his budget ...
- I know how you feel... I have two older ones, 13 and 11 and 2 year old. The two year old doesn't know how much anything cost or value, just likes to have fun, give hi...
What's That Party Game Called?
Does anyone know the exact name andor rules for thepresent game The game where everyone .... Presents placed in a pile in center of room or on a table to ...
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- We play at thanksgiving and we just call it our White Elephant game, I know there is a real name for it, but I dont know what it is. M.
- I'm a bit behind with my emails & I'm sure someone has already responded but just in case they haven't here I am. (day late dollar short!) We call it a white elephant,...
- We always called the the "White Elephant Game," but I've also heard it called "Dirty Santa".
Anniversary Present
Read all 30 responses: "Help! What do you get a guy who has everything? It's our 4 year anniv. and I don't know what to get him. When he wants something ...
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- Some of the best presents I've heard of aren't material at all but experiences. My husband would love to go to racing school for a day, I'm doing that this year. Or hi...
- I'm sure he'd love you wrapped up in some new lingerie - they can never get too much of that, and he wouldn't be disappointed!
- Does he do well with surprises? Could you simply arrange for an overnight (grandparents/siblings/friends?) for your 3 yr-old, and babysitter for your 5-mo old and take...
Too Many Birthday Parties!
While I would love to join in on the fun, I simply can't afford so many birthday presents anymore. I can understand the first birthday but they have a party ...
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- My vote is for books. Always. You can get books at all sorts of prices for all ages. Sometimes my grocery store has them on half price. Sam's Club is a good place to b...
- I feel your pain! A lot of people have a hard time getting their minds around the idea that you might be serious about the "no presents." In my own circle of friends...
- Well if your friends bring gifts even when asked not to, try putting on the invitation to not bring toys and if they wish to bring a gift contribute to your kids colle...
Teachers Birthday
Oct 14, 2009 ... So do i need to get them a present? Is is expected or not? and if so, what kind of present. I'm not good at buying presents so I don't even ...
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- Hello, I agree with all of the other great advice. I'm a Preschool teacher by profession, now a stay at home mom, and I too put staff birthday's on the event calendar...
- I work at a preschool and a gift that has been very popular with us on staff was blank note cards. They are fairly inexpensive and they are handy. As for if you should...
- As a teacher, I say no to having to buy a gift. If you wanted to recognize the birthdays, a homemade card would be perfect. It's sweet of you to consider but, in my ...
Potty Training
Buy 7 small presents and wrap them in Christmas paper. Starting on Tuesday, you tell her that if she goes potty at least # of times and doesn't have more ...
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- Do you have a doll that wets? I have used that to show my children how to go in the toilet. It seemed to help make the connection in their brain. I have even set as...
- one VERY UNPLEASANT experience taught my daughter immediately: I cannot suggest it, as it is for you to decide, but 3 years old is definitely ready to understand and ...
- J., I had trouble with my young one as well, so when my next one came along i decided to try something different. She was 2 years old by the way. I made a char...
Birthday Etiquette
Aug 30, 2009 ... i think a present from the Family as a whole would be OK If youre worried about the 3 ... Should He Get Bday Presents Twice Opinions Wanted ...
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- Definitely only one present is necessary. If you feel like it looks a little light you can always attach a nice big fancy balloon. A three year old will NOT know the d...
- ONE is wonderful (and plenty!)
- i think a present from the Family as a whole would be OK. If you're worried about the 3 kids, maybe include 3 little "toys" that go on top, akin to party favors.
Ideas for the Holiday Season
Tell her Santa will bring his presents on Christmas Eve, but does she want to open her other gifts on Christmas or wait for her siblings? ...
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- I have not been in this situation myself though I know moms who have. However you handle this, know that four-year-olds are surprisingly good at picking up on adults' ...
- Hi T. - I would just do what feels right and stick to it - explain that this is how your family does it and it should be good enough - kids get used to what you do and...
- We have done it a few ways depending on how long my older daughter was gone. Because of the 2 ex spouses involved in our situation we found that the solstice was a nic...
Best Baby Shower Gifts and Ideas for Games
K.J. answers from Minneapolis on March 24, 2008. Best presents: Boppy pillow. Jogging stroller ... The worst presents: Clothes I didn't need or want ...
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- i love the clothes pin game. everyone is given one clothes pin and thru out the party if some one catches someone else with their arms or legs crossed they get their c...
- I think the BEST gift we received was our exersauser... It was the only way for me to get a shower or dishes (etc) done. A major must! The cutest game I've ever se...
- Best presents: Boppy pillow Jogging stroller Gerber Burp Rags (get lots..go through 3 a day sometimes) Nuk brand pacifiers Onsies, all sizes Sleep sacks High ch...
Friend Wants My Child to Give Back a Gift Toy
Aug 5, 2009 ... **edit for clarity thegift was not a bday present It was a gently used toy of her friend .... 3 Year Old Bday Party Presents or No Presents ...
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- I have always made it a rule that NOTHING is a gift from a minor unless the parent says it is, and then it is a GIFT which means there is no asking for it back. I make...
- A., The other parent should have intervened and told her child that she had given it to your daughter, so it was no longer hers. I would teach your child in the fut...
- If the gift was given by the 6 year old and her mother, "formally," for example, at a birthday party, you should tell the other little girl that presents are presents,...
