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Happy Blended Holidays
12 Ways "Non-Traditional" Families Can Make the Most of the End-of-Year Festivities
8. Yes, you should buy gifts "from your child" to your ex.
Again, this is no time to be petty or vengeful. Your child loves his other parent and wants to give him or her a gift. Buy the gift on your child's behalf. If you're feeling especially generous, you might even buy a gift from your child to his stepparent. If you cringe at the idea, consider these purchases to be gifts for your child – your generosity will truly make him happy. 9. It's better to draw names than overdraw your bank account.
Sometimes in blended families there are three or four extended family gatherings every year. That can add up to a lot of presents to buy! To relieve the financial pressure, suggest that everyone in the group draw names (and set a low price limit for gifts). This will likely be a huge relief to everyone concerned, and taking the emphasis away from materialistic excess is a good lesson in the "true meaning" of Hanukkah and/or Christmas for your child. 10. Allow your child to express normal feelings.
When your child is away from her father or mother at the holidays, she will almost surely miss him or her. Assure her that these feelings are normal and OK. Suggest that she call her other parent regularly. If your child is away from you, share her excitement when she calls to describe the gifts she's received. Her feelings are valid. Let her express them, and don't take it personally. Want to see more?
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