Let me paint you a picture ... because we both know how this story usually goes.
It’s December 1st. You swore this year would be different calm, organised, maybe even magical. But instead, it’s midnight, you’re throwing together some excuse for a “December 1st box” and blaming the Elf for whatever chaos appears inside it. You’ve already got kindy concerts, overlapping school events (that could’ve been combined but weren’t, because of course not), and a growing pile of “don’t forget” notes from that parent ... which of course you’ve already forgotten.
The Christmas tree’s leaning ever so slightly to the left because your toddler insists all baubles belong in a single spot, the Elf’s nightly acrobatics are already testing your sanity, and someone’s eaten half the advent calendar because apparently time isn’t real in December. Your camera roll is full of “we’ll send this one to Santa” photos dating back to June, your to do list is starting to look like a cry for help in dot point form, and your energy supply is an even split between caffeine, cortisol, and Christmas chaos.
But not this year...
This year, we’re breaking the cycle. No last minute meltdowns, no crying in the shower because you forgot the Secret Santa gift, no hiding in the car pretending to check emails just to get five minutes of peace (okay, maybe still that but at least you’ll have your shopping sorted).
Because we’ve done the thinking for you.
We’ve rounded up our most loved, mum approved, beautifully practical gifts that make you look effortlessly organised, even if you’re still wrapping presents at 11:59 p.m. on Christmas Eve.
From baby’s first Christmas to sweet surprises for the little ones ... and yes, something indulgent just for you, we’ve got your back.
So before December 1st sneaks up again and you’re knee deep in tinsel, tape, and regret, pour yourself something festive ... or heavily caffeinated, pop on a Christmas playlist, and let’s get ahead of the madness together.
Welcome to the Tiny Trader Christmas Gift Guide, where the mental load lightens, the humour is borderline traumatic, and a bevy is mandatory.