The do’s and don’ts of celebrating holiday birthdays.

I look at my phone and see the dateoh right, it’s my birthday.

I’ve had plenty of practice learning how to make a holiday birthday feel special.

Southern Living Chocolate Birthday Cake on a cake plate to serve

Credit:Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf

Next, bake or buy a treat that you know the birthday person will love.

Ask What the Birthday Person Really Wants to Do

Do you celebrate your holidays less traditionally?

Ask the birthday person if there is one thing they would love to do on their birthday.

The holiday season can be tight, but separation is key for gift-giving.