Planning Your First Holiday As A Parent

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Planning Your First Holiday as a Parent

As a new parent, each and every day holds an exciting experience. From the first time your baby clasps onto your finger, to their very first Christmas, each day adds to the wonder of being a mom or dad. Clearly, you want to make your first holiday season as a parent run as smoothly as possible.

Follow the tips below to plan your first holiday as a new family without a hitch:


1. Intimate or traditional? As a new parent, it's well within your rights to want to spend your first holidays as a new family alone. If you plan to go this route, be prepared to explain to the grandparents why you're choosing to exclude them from your holiday plans this year.

•   Keep in mind that this holiday is special for others in your family, too. If you're planning to spend a holiday alone with your new family, consider spending a few days before the actual holiday with both sets of grandparents to satisfy their wishes.

•   If you're being pushed into attending your parents' traditional dinner, firmly stand your ground. Be as respectful as possible, but lovingly remind your family that this holiday is about you, your spouse, and your baby making your mark as a family.

2. Religious differences. Even if you're already married, cultural and religious differences can often come into play for the very first time when the baby's first holiday is near. If you and your spouse are clearly on the same page, this is much easier. However, if you believe differently, have a sit-down chat about what compromises you're both willing to make.

• If you're aware that your family and spouse's family have differences in cultural and religious beliefs, consider incorporating both traditions into the holiday as much as you can.

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