5 Magical Christmas Traditions to Start with Your Family This Year
The holiday season is here! As a Leander motherhood photographer, I know how precious family traditions are—especially during Christmas. Creating traditions not only strengthens family bonds but also builds memories your children will treasure forever. Whether you’re a new mom or a seasoned parent, here are five Christmas traditions you can start this year to make the season truly magical.
1. A Christmas Eve Box
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Start your Christmas festivities early with a surprise Christmas Eve box. Fill it with:
A cozy pair of pajamas for everyone
A Christmas book or movie
Hot cocoa packets
A small toy or trinket
This tradition sets the tone for a cozy, love-filled evening and gives your little ones something to look forward to before Christmas morning. Imagine how adorable the photos will be when everyone’s snuggled up in matching PJs!
2. Ornament Crafting Day
Turn one day in December into a dedicated ornament-making day. Grab clear ornaments, paint, glitter, and even handprint kits for younger children. Each family member can create a unique piece to add to the tree.
This is not only a creative activity but also a way to capture your family’s growth year after year. These handmade ornaments will bring back fond memories as you decorate the tree each Christmas.
3. Christmas Cookie Decorating Party
Bake up some sugar cookies (or buy pre-made ones) and let your kids unleash their inner bakers. Provide icing, sprinkles, and edible glitter for decorating. You can even gift the finished cookies to friends, neighbors, or teachers.
Pro tip: Photograph the messy little hands and proud faces during this activity. These candid moments make for beautiful keepsakes—and as a photographer, I’d be happy to capture this joy for you!
4. A Family Christmas Photoshoot
Capture the magic of the season with a family photoshoot. Whether it’s in matching holiday outfits or cozy winterwear, documenting this time together is priceless. As your Leander motherhood photographer, I can help you create timeless images to display in your home or use for next year’s Christmas cards.
Consider adding a unique theme to your photoshoot, such as:
Baking cookies in the kitchen
Decorating the Christmas tree
A cozy session by the fireplace
5. Give Back Together
Show your children the joy of giving by starting a tradition of giving back. Volunteer at a local shelter, donate toys, or participate in a charity event like Angel Tree or Toys for Tots. Teaching your kids the value of helping others is one of the most meaningful gifts you can give during the season.
Starting new traditions can make the holidays more special for your family. These moments are fleeting, and capturing them—whether through a professional photoshoot or snapshots at home—will ensure they last forever.
If you’re in Leander or nearby and want to preserve your family’s holiday memories, I’d love to help you create stunning, heartfelt images. Let’s make this Christmas unforgettable—both in experience and photographs.
