WHAT WE CHAT ABOUT: * encouragement if you’re grieving this holiday season * letting your kids have all the toys (even if they clutter your house) * dealing with dirty floors * what to do with all the kids at parties so you don’t get stuck babysitting * helping kids with sensory needs during loud family get-togethers * how to enjoy hosting * holidays with divorced parents * throwing a post-Christmas birthday party that people will want to attend * politely shutting down unwanted questions about foster kids * Christmas tree alternatives * celebrating kids birthdays close to Christmas

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