In this cozy holiday episode of Intentional Motherhood, Kelsey invites you into the heart of her family’s favorite Christmas traditions—simple, soul-settling rhythms that help kids stay grounded, grateful, and regulated in a season that often brings overwhelm.

After last week’s conversation about why “flu season” is really about lifestyle shifts, Kelsey now shares the traditions that keep her own home healthy, rested, and connected during the winter months. From gratitude rhythms in November to daily Advent practices, to the sweetest Christmas-week rituals, this episode is full of ideas that create real family culture and the “heartbeat of childhood.”

You’ll hear Kelsey talk about:

✨ Why rhythms and rituals matter
How repeating something year after year builds childhood memories, emotional safety, and a strong family culture.

✨ The daily traditions her kids love
Including the Thankful Tree in November and her simple, Christ-centered Advent calendar that keeps Jesus at the center of December.

✨ The cozy tradition that celebrates the first snowfall
Homemade donuts + apple cider = instant winter magic.

✨ How she prevents Christmas-morning overstimulation
By spreading out gifts across the month—Christmas pajamas on December 1st and a classic Christmas book on St. Nick’s Day (Dec 6).

✨ Her favorite Christmas-week rituals
The family movie tradition she won’t skip (The Nativity Story) and the magical night everyone sleeps under the Christmas tree.

✨ Simple acts of kindness for kids
How her family keeps their hearts on Christ through service—both for others in need and within their own home.

This episode is full of practical, meaningful ideas you can borrow or adapt to create your own family culture—anchored in Christ, rooted in joy, and rich with memory.

And don’t forget—Kelsey’s prayer-focused Bible study launches in January! Jump on her email list for updates and to access free resources like The 4 Part Apology Printable that helps kids make sincere, heart-centered apologies.

Connect with Kelsey on Instagram @creating.intentional.mothers and share your favorite holiday traditions. She loves hearing from you!

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