It's almost Christmas, and if you are still cramming for the perfect gift for your spouse, or your mom and dad, then we at Smart Parenting got your back!
We asked our community of almost 100K parents at the Smart Parenting Village what they really want to receive this Christmas, and we're letting you in on this secret list.
Here's the top 50, and if you read til the end, you will see what tops the wishlist of our dear parents. And yes, we sincerely hope we all get it!
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This year, most of the parents wished for me time, and if that seems impossible, they wished for something that is still for the family. It just goes to show how selfless and loving our parents are!
Most parents wished for experiences
1. Spa and full body massage
2. Rebond and microblading
3. No chores for a day
4. gusto ko sana ng out of town bakasyon na kasama mag aama ko
5. maka uwi samin sa manila
6. Staycation!
7. Pahinga
8. Trip to Disneyland with the whole fam.
9. Birthday package para sa baby girl ko.
10. Good health kay baby at matransfer na ng work
11. Day-off with makeover package
12. kape na maiinom ko ng mainit
13. Kahit 1 day na free time lang ung wala akong ibang iisipin kundi sarili ko lang
14. Grocery lang.. Yung hindi na ko gagamit calculator
15. Love and appreciation
16. Staycation na hindi ako ang mag-eempake ng mga dadalhin at magliligpit
17. World peace at wala na sanang corrupt para bawas worries!
18. Perfect yaya for baby na Mag ta tagal for 2years
19. Trabaho.
20. Maipasyal ang nga junakis!
21. HMO, for mental health and inner peace
While some wished for appliances and gadgets
22. Platinum karaoke hahaha
23. Washing machine
24. Ref
25. Vacuum cleaner
26. Automatic washing machine yun laaaang makaramdam man lang ng hayahay kahit naglalaba
27. Baking tools
28. Deerma vaccum
29. kitchenware set. yung white
30. Iphone pro max, kahit 13…
31. Ps5
32. Cricut maker
33. Coffee Espresso Machine
Or something useful for themselves or the home
34. Eto talagang OXO Pop Containers!
35. Pang skin care. Sa totoo lang matagal ko na gusto bumili pero dahil kulang sa budget next time nlng muna
36. Bedsheets at punda
37. 7 PAIRS NA TERNONG PANTULOG
38. bra
39. Laptop or sewing machine pangkabuhayan po.
40. car, para hindi na hassle magcommute plus pwede ng isama mga kiddos
41. 1 month supply of milk & diapers ni baby
Others wishes were also amazing...
42. Another baby
43. Date and alone time with hubby
44. Hubby home for Christmas
And others were just downright practical!
45. Sa daming gastusin, walang pagdadalawang isip. PERA
47. board games I can play with the kids
48. life insurance
49. Maraming pera!
What's on top of every parent's Christmas wishlist
And the one gift that most of the parents at the Smart Parenting Village wished to have this Christmas is: peace of mind.
But how are we ever going to get this, or how do we give this gift?
In a medically-reviewed article by Psych Central, one can feel peace of mind when they are at ease within themselves, and are unbothered by day-to-day worries.
As parents, this is oftentimes a luxury, that's why a lot of us wish for it! gift
We might think that when we don't have troubles, we'll have peace of mind. Experts say it's the other way around.
Here are some tips on how we can finally get or give this gift:
1. Cut yourself some slack
Psych Central suggests practicing what they call cognitive reframing. When you do this, you learn to accept your feelings. Here are some statements that can help you:
“What’s happening right now won’t last forever. In the meantime, I’m doing my best.”
“This is a tough situation, but I can get through it.”
“I feel miserable right now, but this will pass.”
2. Make time for yourself
Easier said than done, but you will be surprised that there are a lot of people who want to offer you help in looking after your kids or with your chores, you just have to say it.
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When you finally have time for yourself, may it be for a few minutes or a couple of days, it allows you to reflect on your values or to enjoy what you really want to do. After a short or long break, you will always emerge as a happier, well-rested individual, and that's what everyone wishes for you.
3. Connect with nature
If you cannot afford yet to take a vacation trip, just a walk in your nearby park or your garden can already do wonders. Nature just has the power of giving us the reset that we need, and sometimes, it's enough.
READ ALSO: Bored at Home? Take Your Kids Out on a Rainforest Hike in Quezon City
Tip: When you finally get this gift, remember that you don't have to be pressured to share it on social media. Keep your phone at home, so that you can really have that peace that you are wishing for yourself.
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