Wee Baby Stuff

Is he real or isn't he? That is the question. If the kidlets haven't asked yet, they will someday. So, what do you say? The department store Santa's, no, but the one who resides at the North Pole, yes? But what if what your child believes doesn't coincide with what his friends believe? Will it lead to ridicule?

Parenting expert Grace E. Mauzy encourages parents to prolong the belief in Mr. Kringle for as long as possible and even 're-guide' them to believe when the truth comes out. She explains that Santa is part of Christmas magic that parents help create. This magic actually instills trust between parents and their children. And if you're worried that you're perpetuating the belief in an unseen being, don't be. Mauzy says the belief in Santa has more to do with anticipation and the spirit of the season than simply a jolly guy in a red suit. To read more about the Clause conundrum, visit this article at She Knows.

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