Parents are the keepers of holiday joy — take that, Santa — and Romper’s The Spirit Of The Holidays honors that with gift guides, stories on mothering through the magic, and more.
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Santas Of Pop Culture, Ranked
Ultimately, I’m still a former child, enthralled by this pajama-clad godhead who was attuned to both my heart’s desires and my house’s weakest access points.
I'm Extra At The Holidays — And I Enjoy Every Second Of It
It’s time to settle down for a long winter’s nap... but do it in reindeer sheets.
31 Days Of Holiday Desserts
From homemade candy for gifts to cookies and cakes to enjoy with family, there is a treat for every holiday moment here.
“Dominick The Donkey” Is The Annoying Christmas Tradition I Can't Live Without
This staple of Italian-American Christmas has gained popularity in recent years, but still too few people are aware of this absurd earworm.
A Playlist For Your Holiday Angst
Grab your headphones and offer to walk the dog, do the last minute grocery store run, take an extra lap around the neighborhood or hide in the closet. The new year is right around the corner.
This $88/Month Clothing Rental Service Has Me All Set For New Year’s Eve
Nuuly Rent has helped me take my plus-size style from basic mom to best dressed.
Making Family Christmas Rituals That Have Nothing To Do With Presents (Or Jesus)
In a religious community, you are handed very old, sometimes ancient, rituals that evoke a sense of meaning. Outside of that, we are left to create our own.
The Gifting Hack That Made Me Actually Enjoy Christmas
The perfect solution to holiday gifting stress requires no spending and no new stuff.
Store-Bought Meals Didn’t Ruin Our Holidays. They Made Them.
Slice-and-bake is code for sit-and-relax.
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As A Single Mom At 50, I Finally Figured Out How To Enjoy Christmas By Myself
If your kids see their other parent this week, at a time when it feels like nobody in the wide world ever is alone at all, I see you. I was you.
If Your Kids Love Their Elf, You Don't *Have* To Put Him Away On Christmas
Your Elf has options.
20 Ways To End Your Elf On The Shelf For Good
The time has come to say goodbye...
Your Guide To Tipping Day Care Workers For The Holidays
“Any amount is really appreciated.”
7 Surprising Old Wives' Tales About Christmas Eve Babies
Werewolves & ghosts? Is this the right holiday?
31 NSFW Elf On The Shelf Ideas For Adults
Just don’t let the kids see.
33 A Charlie Brown Christmas Quotes To Fill You With Holiday Nostalgia
"Christmas is getting all you can get while the getting is good."
These 14 Sexy Ugly Christmas Sweaters Are Both Naughty & Nice
“So hurry down the chimney tonight...”
15 Elf On The Shelf Ideas That Involve The Family Pet
You can have some fun with this one.
These 30 Elf On The Shelf Pics Will Inspire You When You're All Out Of Ideas
Keep it simple or go all out with these ideas.
How To Introduce Elf On The Shelf To Your Kids For The First Time
This Christmas tradition takes a minute to explain.
20 Fun Elf On The Shelf Arrival Ideas
Guess who’s back?
22 Elf On The Shelf Christmas Eve Ideas
It’s their grand finale.
18 Naughty Elf On The Shelf Ideas
You can’t help but laugh.
Get In The Holiday Spirit With These Christmas Books For Kids
From beloved classics to silly new tales.
25 Clever Ways To Prop 2 Elves
Might as well roll with it.