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Dec 2024
40 m

Should We Tell Kids Santa Is Real?

Nurtured First
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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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