{"id":88135,"date":"2024-11-27T11:30:46","date_gmt":"2024-11-27T03:30:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/?p=88135"},"modified":"2025-10-22T16:37:47","modified_gmt":"2025-10-22T08:37:47","slug":"christmas-gifts-for-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/christmas-gifts-for-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"Not A Wrap Till Her Kids’ Christmas Gifts Are Ready: Our Regional Creative Lead Tells All"},"content":{"rendered":"

Candice is the mastermind behind some of the brand’s most eye-catching campaigns. She elevates Shopee\u2019s visual strategy and manages a team of designers to deliver the best campaigns across Southeast Asia. But when the holidays roll around, she swaps her design briefs for wrapping paper and her deadlines for Christmas cheer.<\/span><\/p>\n

As a mum to two kids \u2014 a 10-year-old daughter and a 6-year-old son \u2014 Candice knows a thing or two about how to keep the holiday season both magical and stress-free. From personalised Christmas gifts for kids, to managing a mile-long to-do list, Candice has it all down to a festive science. Here\u2019s a peek into her Christmas prep \u2014 and how she makes it all look so easy.<\/span><\/p>\n

Candice\u2019s family dynamic<\/span><\/h2>\n

With a 4-year age gap between her children, Candice has learned to tailor her approach to each child\u2019s unique needs. “[My daughter] is officially a tween now, and is forming her own preferences fast.” she laughs. On the other hand, her son is still in full-blown superhero mode. \u201cWhile they share some similar interests, their personalities and temperaments are quite different, which actually makes gift-giving easier.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Her parenting style blends authoritative and permissive elements, allowing her to set clear boundaries while also giving her children the freedom to express themselves. \u201cAs a hands-on mum\u2026 I try my best to be involved in every part of their lives, actively listening as they tell me about their day,\u201d Candice explains. Beyond physical gifts, she loves creating lasting memories through shared experiences, making Christmas extra special for her family.<\/span><\/p>\n

Inside Candice\u2019s Christmas prep<\/span><\/h2>\n

1. Personalising gifts to their interests<\/span><\/h3>\n

What are some of the most memorable Christmas gifts you\u2019ve given your children over the years?<\/b><\/p>\n

I would have to say Disney or Marvel-themed Lego sets. My daughter was obsessed with the Encanto movie when it first launched and she was ecstatic to receive the Casa Madrigal Lego set.\u00a0 She had endless hours of fun building and reworking the house layout to reenact scenes from the movie.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Candice’s son set his Spidey figures up for epic battles \u2014 and, well, one of their heads is now missing!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For my son, who\u2019s a huge Spiderman fan, I always look for Lego sets that feature his favourite superhero. He loves collecting the mini-figurines and setting them up for \u201cepic battles\u201d in his \u201cSpidey hideout.\u201d\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n

By picking gifts that match her children\u2019s current passions, Candice makes sure the presents are meaningful and will be enjoyed long after Christmas.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. The right balance between fun and educational value<\/span><\/h3>\n

How do you typically decide on Christmas gifts for your kids? Is there a certain approach or criteria you follow?<\/b><\/p>\n

I believe the best gifts are those that reflect my children\u2019s interests while also being practical or educational. I look for items like toys that inspire creativity, encourage problem-solving, or foster imaginative play.<\/span><\/p>\n

How do you balance between fun gifts and more educational or practical ones?<\/b><\/p>\n

Before I buy anything, I ask myself these questions:<\/span><\/p>\n