{"id":36054,"date":"2023-11-21T01:07:38","date_gmt":"2023-11-21T01:07:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/microloannexus.com\/investing\/how-to-financially-plan-for-the-holidays-as-a-young-family\/"},"modified":"2023-11-21T01:07:39","modified_gmt":"2023-11-21T01:07:39","slug":"how-to-financially-plan-for-the-holidays-as-a-young-family","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/microloannexus.com\/?p=36054","title":{"rendered":"How To Financially Plan For The Holidays As A Young Family"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The holidays can be both a source of joy and stress for many, but none so much as a family with children below the age of 12. If you have young children, you\u2019re likely not only entertaining kids during their time off while you\u2019re working, but also buying gifts, dealing with cold and flu season, and potentially hosting others in your family. This is a discussion of planning for the holidays in advance to maintain some semblance of sanity when the holiday frenzy rolls around.<\/p>\n

Entertaining Your Kids<\/h2>\n

Keeping your kids entertained over holiday breaks can be both a mental and financial strain. Here are some things you can do to entertain kids and save on costs:<\/p>\n

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  1. Arts and crafts: You can get your kids in the spirit, boost their creative side, and gain low-cost holiday decorations by encouraging arts and crafts like paper snowflakes, holiday chains, popcorn strings, and gingerbread houses.<\/li>\n
  2. Bedroom makeover: If you want to keep your living room clean but encourage your kids to get into the holiday spirit, you can encourage them to decorate their own bedrooms for the holidays. This can be a solo task while you\u2019re working.<\/li>\n
  3. Inviting their friends: There is often no better way to keep kids entertained for long periods than adding a friend or two to the mix.<\/li>\n
  4. Games and puzzles: Do you remember how enamored many people became with puzzles during the Covid-19 pandemic? That\u2019s because games and puzzles are a great way to pass the time and keep your brain engaged.<\/li>\n
  5. Lean on your friends and family: They say it takes a village. If you\u2019re having a difficult time getting through the holidays and you have nearby friends and family, there\u2019s no need to go it alone.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Buying Gifts<\/h2>\n

    Buying gifts can be a top financial stressor during the holidays. Bankrate estimates from a 2021 study that nearly 65% of the $998 average holiday cost per person are for gifts to friends, family, and co-workers. For each person you are purchasing a gift for, you can save costs by:<\/p>\n

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