9 fun Christmas traditions with your little one

Christmas is just around the corner, and what could be nicer than celebrating this festive time with your little one? It's an opportunity to create new Christmas traditions together, from wearing ugly Christmas sweaters to baking delicious cookies. In this blog, we highlight the 9 most enjoyable Christmas traditions for little ones.

1. Making Christmas cards

Making your own Christmas cards with your little one is a delightful activity. Use colorful paper to create the card base and provide markers, glitter, and glue. For example, make a 3D Christmas tree from papier-mâché or create a snowman from white cotton balls or pom-poms and stick it on the card.

2. Baking cookies together

Christmas is an ideal time to dive into the kitchen together to bake delicious Christmas cookies. Buy fun Christmas-shaped cookie cutters and make cookies in the form of Christmas trees and stars. The delightful aroma of freshly baked cookies in your home will immediately put you in the Christmas spirit.

3. Watching Christmas movies

A well-known Christmas tradition is watching Christmas movies together with your family on the couch. Snuggle under a blanket with a cup of hot chocolate and choose your favorite Christmas movie to watch together. Opt for a true classic like "Home Alone" or "The Grinch," or try one of the newest films on Netflix. We've compiled a top ten list of the most enjoyable Christmas movies for you.

4. Making snacks for the Christmas dinner

The Christmas dinner is the moment everyone has been looking forward to for weeks. Make simple Christmas recipes together with your little one, such as cucumber Christmas trees or mini star-shaped pizzas. Set the table with a festive Christmas tablecloth, decorative tableware, Christmas centerpieces, and make it as festive as possible. You can end the dinner by sitting together around the tree to unwrap all the fun Christmas presents.

5. Advent calendar

The advent calendar is a fun and exciting tradition for children. Let your little one open a compartment every day and discover what's behind the door. This makes the month of December even more magical for them. Buy a cute candy advent calendar or create your own calendar and fill each compartment with small treats.

6. Decorating the Christmas tree

Decorating the Christmas tree with your little one is a must for Christmas. First, elegantly hang the Christmas lights on the tree and play Christmas music in the background. Decorate the tree and let your child choose which ornaments should go on the tree. Finally, as the icing on the cake, place the tree topper on the top of the tree. This remains a magical moment every year! Take a family photo in front of the Christmas tree once it's fully decorated.

7. Annual Christmas service

For many people, the church service is an important part of Christmas traditions. The annual Christmas service remains popular with many people. The flickering candles and the beautiful Christmas carols sung create a sense of connection.

8. Candle making

For families who enjoy crafting, making candles with children is a wonderful Christmas tradition. Choose the colors for the candle wax and add fragrant oils. It's not only fun, but the result is beautiful candles that bring the Christmas atmosphere into your home. Place them on the table during your Christmas dinner and enjoy them with the whole family.

9. Take a Christmas walk

During this festive period, families like to go out for a walk. Whether it's in the woods, along the beach, or through the dunes, it's the perfect opportunity to spend quality time with your family. Enjoy the tranquility amid all the holiday hustle and bustle. To wrap it up, you can all enjoy hot chocolate with whipped cream and Christmas cookies.