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Why Experiences Make Better Christmas Gifts (Backed by Science… and Kids!)

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Christmas morning always looks the same in every home I’ve ever visited. Shredded wrapping paper everywhere... Confused pet sitting inside a gift bag... And a kid holding a shiny new toy that will somehow disappear into the void by February. But there’s something else I’ve noticed... Something quieter, sweeter, and honestly, way more valuable. It’s the moment a kid looks up at you with that spark in their eyes because you gifted them an experience. Not just “a thing,” but a memory waiting to happen. It’s the same spark you see when a child walks into the nearby Trampoline Park for the first time. If you’ve ever wondered why experiences feel different, why kids remember them longer, or why science says they’re the best gifts you can give. Pull up a cozy blanket, grab some cocoa, and let’s unwrap this story together. The Magic of an Experience Gift Let’s start with a little truth from the trenches of parenting. Toys are great for a while. Kids adore them, obsess over them, show them off...