The holidays are officially here — and although they may not look the same as they have in the past, that doesn’t mean it won’t still be the most wonderful time of the year. The most important thing to remember this holiday season is that the true joy of the holidays doesn’t come from extravagant decorations, expensive presents, or enormous group gatherings, but from family, love, and counting your blessings. So this year, hunker down with your immediate family, be grateful for what you have, and cherish all the little moments. Here are some of the most fun ways to spend quality time with family this holiday season:
1. Have A Family Bake-Off
There’s nothing quite as yummy as holiday cookies, cakes, pies, and… well, every holiday dessert is delicious! This winter, host a family bake-off with your spouse and kids. Everyone should choose a different recipe, then spend a day baking together in the kitchen. Once every baked good is ready, have a taste test and determine a winner (although let’s be honest, when it comes to eating holiday desserts, everyone’s a winner).
2. Have A Holiday Movie Night
Not everyone loves winter, but there’s one thing we can all agree is wonderful: getting cozy on the couch with your family, burying yourself in blankets, sipping on hot cocoa, and watching a good holiday movie or TV special. On HBO Max, you can stream all the family-friendly holiday movies and TV shows you want, like A Christmas Carol, Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas, Home Alone: The Holiday Heist, Scooby-Doo! Haunted Holidays, and Craftopia: Holiday.
3. Get Outside
Just because it’s chilly doesn’t mean you can’t spend time outside. Bundle up in your warmest clothes, and enjoy the brisk air! Have a snowball fight, go for a hike, roast marshmallows over a fire (or a barbecue), or walk around the neighborhood to look at all the holiday decorations.
For more ways to make the most of family time this holiday season, listen to the MomTips episode below!