We want their eyes to grow wide when they see whats waiting for them to unwrap.
We want their hearts to burst with joy when they find they got just what they wanted.
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What Is the Four-Gift Rule?
The four-gift rule is super simple.
It even rhymes, so its easy to remember.
This strategy sets clear boundaries on what types of gifts to get and caps how much you buy.
Its a great family tradition to adopt if you want to reduce the financial stress of the holiday season.
These tips for using the four-gift rule will help you stay within yourholiday budgetand avoid post-Christmas shopping regrets.
Something They Want
This is where it’s possible for you to make kids wishes come true.
Go ahead and get the gift they circled in that catalog or saw on a TV commercial.
It will be your shiny present with a bow on top, so make it count.
Just confirm to set a spending limit for this gift whatever works best for your budget.
This is a no-brainer if your kids play sports and their gear is getting a little worn.
Maybe your children are shoe fanatics and would really appreciate a new pair.
See, theres more to this category than just socks and underwear.
Something to Wear
But really though socks and underwear.
Or go for something a little more exciting, like headphones, hats or headbands.
It can be as simple as a paperback, or as grand as an e-reader.
Graphic novels and comics count as books too!
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If it’s crucial that you wrangle your budget, it may be time to consider a savings challenge.
Look for small trinkets at the dollar store or somewhere similar to fill up the kids stockings.
The magic of Christmas will remain intact without the extra financial stress.
Meghan McAtasney is a freelance writer.
Nicole Dow is a former senior writer at The Penny Hoarder.
Deputy editor Tiffany Wendeln Connors updated this post.
