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DECEMBER 2025 • ISSUE 425
DEPARTMENTS
IN EVERY ISSUE 4 @BRPARENTS.COM 8 A NOTE FROM MOM 54 THINGS TO DO 62 THINGS WE LOVE 64 THE LAST WORD 66 SNAPSHOTS CONNECT 14 BOOK CORNER 16 CRAFT CORNER LIVE 20 DAD NEXT DOOR 22 THRIVE 24 FAITH 10 COMMUNITY 12 EDUCATION
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ON THE COVER 2025–26 Cover Kid Harrison W. is an outgoing and funny kid who loves to make people laugh, especially when they need a little cheer. He’s kind, empathetic, and full of energy, enjoying sports, night walks, singing along to his favorite vinyls, and spending time with his cat and chickens.
FEATURES
32 GIFT AN EXPERIENCE THIS CHRISTMAS This heartfelt guide encourages you to skip the stuff and give the gift of memories instead. friendly party ideas, and joyful ways to welcome 2026 together. 28 RINGING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH KIDS A fun guide to celebrating New Year’s Eve with kids, featuring early countdowns, family-
40 SPARKLING GEAUX GUIDE A festive round-up of holiday events and activities perfect for families, featuring local light displays, parades, concerts, and seasonal celebrations. 36 STARTING THE NEW YEAR FRESH Discover how to reset your home—and your mindset—for the new year, with these practical steps to declutter, deep clean, and reorganize.
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