Welcoming December: A Season for Presence, Pause, and Gentle Joy
Dec 01, 2025December arrives with a swirl of lights, lists, and expectations - some exciting, some overwhelming, and some quietly tugging at us to keep up with what everyone else seems to be doing.
But here’s the thing I want you to remember as we step into this season together:
Your family’s rhythm doesn’t have to match anyone else’s.
Not the internet’s.
Not your neighbor’s.
Not the picture-perfect holiday card in your mailbox.
Your pace, your values, and your capacity are enough.
This month isn’t about doing more - it’s about noticing more.
Noticing the moments when your child lights up.
Noticing the transitions that feel tough.
Noticing what brings connection, calm, and meaning to your home.
As routines shift, excitement rises, and big feelings show up (because they always do in December), remember that your child doesn’t need a magical schedule - they need a regulated caregiver who can anchor the day with warmth, predictability, and presence.
In the coming weeks, I’ll be sharing tools, reminders, and gentle, practical supports to help you move through the holidays with less stress and more confidence.
You’ll see activities that build connection, behavior strategies that actually work in real homes, and simple ways to honor your family’s unique way of doing this season.
You don’t need to create a “perfect” December.
You just need to create a December that feels right for your family.
One mindful pause at a time -
The Ms. Paige Way
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