The Child Psych Podcast Talking to Kids about Santa Episode #110
Dec 11, 2024
The hosts discuss how to address children's questions about Santa while honoring family values and the magic of the season. They explore the emotional challenges parents face when kids start to doubt Santa's existence. Tips are shared for encouraging imagination and traditions, allowing kids to lead conversations. Emphasis is placed on fostering critical thinking without losing the joy of the holidays, alongside suggestions for meaningful gifts that promote confidence and resilience in children.
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Handling Santa Discussions
- Discuss Santa beforehand with your partner to ensure you're both on the same page.
- Decide early on if Santa is part of your family's traditions and how you'll address questions.
Tammy's Santa Secret
- Tammy Shemoon's daughter recently revealed she knows Santa isn't real.
- Her son, however, remains a believer, prompting a request to keep the secret.
Tammy's Loss of Innocence
- Tammy Shemoon stopped believing in Santa in second grade after overhearing something and questioning the logistics.
- This led her to realize other mythical figures weren't real either and she simply told her parents she knew.