Preparing for the Holiday Season — Early Planning Tips for Busy Moms

“Enjoy the Holidays,” They Said …

The nights are starting to get a little cooler, the kids are back in school, and you’ll soon be blasted with “pumpkin spice” wherever you set foot. Yes, the holiday season will soon be upon us, and December is just around the corner.

It feels like yesterday you were taking down the Christmas tree, letting out a big sigh of relief, and telling yourself that the next holiday season, you will not go as wild and save money ... yet you’re likely to end up being buried in a pile of holiday gifts. You swear to yourself you’ll minimize stress and finally enjoy the holidays. Well, it’s that time of year again!

For busy moms with an endless list of tasks, it’s easy to let the madness get on top of you. This is where I step in. As a fellow mom, I know exactly what it’s like: the gift buying, the stress, and everything going to pieces the moment you hear of somebody else’s grandiose plans.

Join me as I reveal some of my best tips to keep you upright, on track, and, more importantly, helping you take control of this juggling act once and for all!

Your Christmas Survival Guide

Let’s jump right into some tips to keep your sanity intact.

Begin a to-do list and note down everything you need for the holiday season: the Thanksgiving holiday meal, Christmas shopping, decorating, holiday cards – whatever it is, get it written down!

This will help you visualize precisely what you do need and, at the same time, what you don’t need. Slowly but surely, you’ll be able to build up a clear roadmap, allowing you to tackle challenges ahead of time and stress-free.

Life isn’t perfect, and unexpected things constantly pop up. However, being prepared will reduce holiday stress and leave you the resources to deal with potential issues.

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

The holiday season is about fun, family, and friends. The only thing you want to be getting wrapped up in is homemade gifts and not a ton of stress! Once your list is ready, delegate tasks to different family members. It minimizes stress, creates an incredible feeling of unity, and teaches the kids some responsibility!

Decorate the family tree, write Christmas cards to relatives, and even wrap gifts with family members — starting early and planning ahead will really make your holiday season one to remember.

Planning Ahead to Get Your Holiday Favorites

We all know that old adage: “The early bird catches the worm.” Well, it’s still relevant today, especially around the holiday season. I'm sure you remember films when the parents leave it to Christmas Eve to do their gift buying, frantically buying decorations, last-minute gift giving ... I bet you feel stressed just reading this!

Doing your shopping early this holiday season will guarantee you have time to shop for what you need, get the best deals, and save money! Stores often put their prices up around the holiday season, so start planning early and reap the rewards!

Spiraling Costs and a Tight Budget

Holiday parties, the huge gift list — Christmas plans can really rack up a hefty bill. Save money by shopping online. Start your shopping ahead of time for great gifts on a budget. Some stores even offer complimentary gift wrapping, saving you more time!

Another great tip is making homemade gifts, decorations, and baked goods. You can also keep in touch with friends and family with a quick update on a Christmas card. On top of that, it's a great activity with the kids and allows you to stick to your budget, save money, and give your family and friends a Christmas to remember!

Plan ahead, stick to your budget, and even save money on your Christmas planning with my top tips!

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Planning ahead can minimize stress, and delegating tasks can cut your to-do list and help you enjoy the holidays. Whether it’s Thanksgiving, the pressure of the holiday meal, or the mission to save money, make your Christmas planning a joy!

Take control of the situation and start preparing ahead of time. Remember, the holidays come and go, so instead of dreading them, start taking steps to embrace the holiday season and Christmas planning with my free guide.

Your busy life doesn’t have to come between what you love, and you don’t have to worry about doing what you think you “should” do either. Take control today and download the free ebook “Unsubscribe from the Shoulds.”

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