The holidays are a magical time—but they can also bring moments of tension when gifts don’t quite hit the mark. In this episode, Dr. Alona Pulde and Dr. Matthew Lederman dive into a common parenting dilemma: how to help kids navigate honesty and kindness when they’re disappointed with a gift. Drawing from personal experiences, they explore strategies to transform awkward moments into opportunities for connection, self-expression, and mutual understanding.
Learn how to foster collaboration in gift-giving, balance surprise with practicality, and guide children in expressing their feelings with care. Plus, hear about Matt’s childhood Nintendo mishap and Alona’s Holly Hobby wardrobe moments—and the lessons they taught.
🎁 Don’t forget to grab your free eBook, Ella and the Two Gifts, using the code EBOOKFREE for more heartwarming lessons on navigating honesty and kindness as a family. This is an episode every parent needs after the holiday hustle!
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