The most wonderful time of the year is, even more, wonderful as parents. Although a baby might not remember his or her first Christmas, this is the perfect time to start new family holiday traditions.
Traditions are important for building a solid family relationship. According to Meg Cox, the author of The book of New Family Traditions, family rituals or traditions is defined as "any activity you purposely repeat together as a family that includes heightened attentiveness and some extra that lifts it above the ordinary ruts." Here are 6 family traditions you could start as a family for your baby's first Christmas
- The picture with Santa. Take a stroll in your local mall to visit Santa and get a picture with him. Your baby doesn't have a clue who the guy in red is but starting this tradition will not only give your child the yearly anticipation but also lets you look back to your child's growth each year.
- Make Holiday cards. Buy some card blanks and make a simple footprint or handprint to send it to your family and friends. This is a very personalised keepsake that relatives will truly appreciate. Remember to make some extra so you can keep as memories of your child's first Christmas.
- Wear Christmas themed PJ's. Nothing beats opening presents on Christmas morning in a cuddly holiday pajama. A Christmas themed sleepwear completes the holiday spirit and keeps your baby's toes warm too!
- Hang Christmas Stockings. This will be the stocking you will hang year after year for Santa to fill with presents and trinkets. You can make your own or buy one you really like - whether it is store bought or handcrafted, you will surely remember your baby's first Christmas.
- Decorate a tree. This tradition is the official start of the Christmas season. You can decorate as a family and take pictures of you and the baby hanging ornaments on the tree. The Christmas tree is the main decorative piece in the house - you can have the family gather and watch the lights blink as you eat milk and cookies.
- Go on a vacation. According to a Disney poll conducted by Kelton research firm, taking vacations help families bond and double the number of meals with their children. A lazy vacation day not only relaxes the family, it also establishes a bond and a new tradition the children can enjoy reported FOX NEWS.
Now over to you, there are 6 memorable ideas and parenting tips for celebrating your baby's first holidays and creating a family tradition that will last a lifetime. Healthy traditions promote the lasting and harmonious relationship between family members.
