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Is It OK To Lie About Santa And The Tooth Fairy?

Nov 28, 2019
Explore the magical world of childhood myths like Santa Claus and the Tooth Fairy. Parents share the joys and challenges of maintaining these traditions while grappling with tough questions from growing minds. Experts discuss the importance of nurturing imagination and the bonding moments these myths can create. Discover strategies for balancing honesty with wonder, and hear heartfelt stories about the emotional journey of kids as they navigate the line between reality and make-believe.
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ANECDOTE

Cory's Santa Skeptic

  • Cory Turner's son Eamon, 8, was skeptical of Santa's existence.
  • Eamon pointed out that his dad only lies once a year, around Christmas.
ANECDOTE

Anya's Tooth Fairy Saga

  • Anya Kamenetz's daughter, Lulu, became deeply invested in the Tooth Fairy.
  • Anya even impersonated the Tooth Fairy on the phone to maintain the magic for Lulu.
INSIGHT

Make-Believe is Healthy

  • Engaging with children's make-believe is healthy and fosters bonding.
  • Characters like Santa and the Tooth Fairy allow adults to enter children's imaginative worlds.
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