2006-09-14 08:21:02 · 57 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
Including stocking toys,
2006-09-14 08:22:18 · update #1
It depends what you can afford. Don't bankrupt yourself. More emphasis should be put on making Christmas a magical experience than what presents you get. I had this coversation with my Mum a few weeks ago and told her I can't remember a single present I ever got, but I can remember putting up the tree, waking up with a stocking on my bed, putting out mince pies for Father Christmas,etc. It's those memories that last, not the toys that get discarded after five minutes!
2006-09-14 09:13:22 · answer #1 · answered by Cat H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think its more about what you buy than how much you spend. But on average, if you can afford it, I would guess £100 each child. That's for everything including stocking fillers. But if this means taking out a loan, don't do it.
When I was young, I never got what I wanted for Christmas, but I always wanted what I got and was glad I got it. Now I realise that the more stuff I have, the more responsibilities I have, and the more I have to lug around.
Everything a child really needs for Christmas, can be given without spending any money, of course the decorations and gifts certainly add to the festive atmosphere.
2006-09-14 11:56:52 · answer #2 · answered by xenobyte72 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have 3 children and I try to keep it down to $500 for all of them, including stockings. I can't really afford to spend any more than that, plus, I don't want my kids to be blinded by toys that they can't get the meaning of Christmas. I spend more on my oldest than my youngest, b/c he like those expensive gadgets, where the two little one's just like toys. Sometimes, I get by with only spending 70 or 80 bucks on the little ones by buying stuff on sale and they still get exactly what they want. But, 500 is my limit.
2006-09-14 08:33:18 · answer #3 · answered by #3ontheway! 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
how old are your kids? We spend $30 on my son (who is almost 3) because we know how much stuff he will get from grandparents and other family and friends. I don't want a spoiled kid. My little baby will probably get a simple toy from us since he isn't old enough to understand Christmas and I see no point in wasting the money. Now that being said, when my kids are older and understand Christmas more I would be willing to spend up to $75-100. Again because they will be getting gifts from other people too. I believe kids today get way more than they need.
2006-09-14 08:28:54 · answer #4 · answered by aerofrce1 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just as much as you want without going into debt. Personally, I have spent as little as £10 but no more than £50 - all inclusive. The present is not what is important, its the love with which its given. Also, by not spending huge amounts the child will have the added gift of learning to appreciate things.
Merry Christmas!
2006-09-14 08:31:00 · answer #5 · answered by Purple 8 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This year I will have a two year old and a newborn at Christmas. I figure if we spend between $50 and $100 on each of them it will be okay, and I don't know that we will even spend that much. We buy toys year round, not just for birthdays and Christmas. I once worked with a woman who spent over $1000 on each of her teenage sons for Christmas every year. That's crazy!
2006-09-14 08:25:02 · answer #6 · answered by S. O. 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It all depends on how your finances are. And whether or not the child is yours. Also it depends on how many children you have. I have 4 children and i try to spend around $150.00 a piece on them including stocking stuffers. It's not how much you spend, it's what you get them. You can spend 50 dollars, but get them something they truly love and they will be completely happy. Christmas is about family and the gift of giving, it's not about how much you spend. Have a wonderful holiday!
2006-09-14 08:27:58 · answer #7 · answered by purple_roses48 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You shoudl spend an amount that you are comfortable with. I depending on the age of your child get them a few things that they want and if they are old enough encourage them to save for the other things they want but did not get. If they are young dont over do it. They don't care and you shouldnt put yourself in the hole to get them everything. I think that you should make christmas small and then they will not expect a lot of presents in case you are not able to do it in the future.
2006-09-14 08:29:08 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the budget and age. I think buying a child 10 things is insane. I spend about $50-$100 depending on want they like and/or need.
Last year I got my oldest daughter (age 11) some clothing, a pair of earrings and some books. My youngest who was 7 got a scooter, a helmet and some kid's CD's.
2006-09-15 02:04:57 · answer #9 · answered by KathyS 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just enough so that you don't go into debt. Set a budget and stick to it! You don't want to be paying interest months later by charging christmas gifts. Children should be happy getting any gifts. I think that we give our children too much "stuff" anyway. They don't appreciate it all. They usually end up playing with 2 or 3 favorite toys and the rest collect dust.
2006-09-14 08:32:25 · answer #10 · answered by Victoria C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋