12/23/2025
The holidays can make parents feel like they need to perform joy.
More magic. More energy. More patience. More everything.
But children don’t need perfection or more gifts - they need presence.
Even if you’re tired.
Even if the house is loud.
Even if today didn’t go how you imagined.
Your steadiness matters more than the wrapping paper.
Your warmth matters more than the schedule.
Your love is already enough.
If this season feels heavy, you’re not doing it wrong.
You’re human — and that’s what your child needs most 💕