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Dec 2024
37m 57s

Should We Tell Kids Santa Is Real?

Nurtured First
About this episode
In this episode, Jess and Scott tackle the polarizing topic of Santa Claus and holiday traditions as they answer the question: "Should we tell kids Santa is real?" They explore different approaches to discussing Santa with children - from treating him as a real person to presenting him as an imaginative character - all while emphasizing the importance of mai ... Show More
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