Mom of 15 and radio personality Delilah: I use plastic plates and homemade gifts during the holidays, and prioritize giving back.

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Delilah is a mom of 15 and loves homemade holiday touches.

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I work in a research lab and have kids under 7. These are the science-based gifts that they've enjoyed most over the years.

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STEM lantern kits that the author's children built.
The author said her kids enjoy a variety of STEM-based toys they've received, including these Poraxy lantern kits.

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My kids finally know Santa isn't real, and I'm thrilled. I can now rein in my holiday budget.

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The author is saving money this Christmas.

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My kids already lead privileged lives, so I refuse to go all out at Christmas

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We relied on my mom for childcare. She was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer, and everything changed.

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I've been giving my 8-year-old more independence. It's been great for our family.

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The author has been letting her 8-year-old son experiment with more independence in recent months.

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I'm trying to be hands-off as my teen applies to college. It's been difficult for me, especially when they missed a deadline.

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The author's son is applying to college.

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I'm choosing to be a caretaker for my family instead of having kids of my own. I'm giving back to my mom.

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Kim Izaguirre-Merlos wearing a white tank top and glasses.
Kim Izaguirre-Merlos lives with her mom and family and has always been in a caretaking role..

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All my kids have grown up, so we've changed our holiday traditions. We scaled back on decorations and added a day of festivities.

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The author's blended family has changing their holiday traditions as the kids grow older.

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I picked up this gift-giving hack from an ex, and it guarantees the most thoughtful presents

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The author learned a gift-giving hack from her ex that she uses with her family now.

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