The mom broke down the numbers and their needs amounted to $4,000 a sum she just didnt have.
subreddit, explaining the situation and asking its members to share their take on it.
Children remember feelings over gifts, which are quickly forgotten.
I think reinforcing your own values to your children from an early age is key.
Birthday parties can therefore be used as a teaching opportunity.
Giving teens or even tweens a budget for the occasion is brilliant, Vicki Broadbent ofHonest Mumsaid.
A joint effort works too.
The amount of responsibility is determined by the individual childs maturity and ability.
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