Why you should always go home for the holidays, Christmas traditions

PLUS: Christmas traditions from around the world, 5 winter date night ideas, the perfect stylish dog crate

2 days left until Christmas is finally here.   We just want to send out a little PSA to all parents: Don't stress!  There is only so much shopping you can do, so many cookies you can bake, so many perfect ribbons you can tie... and the list goes on.  The true magic of the season comes from spending time with the ones you love.  So while the gifts are great, the only way to impart the true value of the holiday season on your children is to teach it to them yourself.    As a family, make sure you are taking the time in these last few days leading up to Christmas to discuss more than just what your children put on their list to Santa.  Talk about traditions, what they mean to your family, where they comes from and impart the wisdom of traditions from around the world.    As parents, we can only be better by knowing and doing better and it's never to late to remind our children to be present and thankful for all that they have.  You're doing a great job Mamas (and Dads too) and we hope you have an amazing Christmas.  -Jessi WHY YOU SHOULD ALWAYS GO HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS  "Unlike in decades past, many families no longer live near their extended families. Many of us live thousands of miles apart because of careers or lifestyle choices making it difficult to decide what to do when it comes to the holiday season: should you stay home with your little family or pack up and head back to your home state? You want to spend the time with the people you love, but is the stress of it all worth the effort?" ---------------------------------------- FACT: I live in Ohio and my family is spread out in Connecticut, New York, and Florida.  Most of our holidays are spent split between Connecticut and New York.  This is the first year we aren't packing the car and headed home to run from place to place. We opted to head east for a few days before the holidays and get in some NYC Christmas time (without it the holidays just aren't the same to us) and then head home to ring in Christmas in our own home.  While I am excited for a calm and quiet few days spent in my pajamas, I never expected to feel a little sad. Every year I make myself crazy on these trips hauling the presents around, trying to appease everybody.  There is something to be said for said for visiting your family, always cherish anytime you get to spend with them.   4 WAYS TO TELL YOUR KIDS THE TRUTH ABOUT SANTA If your child has been questioning the matter, arm yourself with a little bit of information before taking the conversation plunge.  (READ MORE) 5 WINTER DATE NIGHT IDEAS Don't get stuck at home all Winter in the cold.  Make time together this year.    (READ MORE) CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS FROM AROUND THE WORLD This holiday season share in learning some of the traditions celebrates around the world.  (READ MORE) 7 WAYS TO HELP GRIEVING CHILDREN DURING THE HOLIDAYS Grief is difficult anytime of the year, but the Holidays present new challenges.  (READ MORE) CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS THAT DATE BACK TO THE MIDDLE AGES Curious what holiday traditions have been around forever?  (READ MORE) THE STYLISH DOG CRATE ALTERNATIVE! CHECK OUT THE OMLET DOG CRATE! NEED A FUN GIFT TO TOP ALL GIFTS THIS YEAR? CHECK OUT EVERBLOCK! What did you miss this week on Social Media? Oh, just some more gorgeous photos and hilarious memes....   Following us on Instagram? If not, what are you waiting for? Daily Mom LOVES to TRAVEL!  We love solo travel, family travel, beaches, mountains, exotic destinations... Keep up with us on Instagram.  GERMAN HOLIDAYS: THE BEST CITIES TO VISIT IN SOUTHWEST GERMANY Considering a once in a lifetime Holiday trip next Holiday season?  You better start planning now!   Looking to get published or looking for more information on what it means to be part of the Daily Mom Tribe? Send us a message!  submissions@dailymom.com Copyright © 2018 Blue Ocean Media, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at one of our websites. Our mailing address is: Blue Ocean Media 13260 Immokallee Rd Suite 65 Naples, FL 34120 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.