As the year gently comes to a close and Christmas lights begin to glow a little brighter, I often find myself reflecting—not on what we receive, but on what we give.
Not the kind of giving wrapped in ribbons and bows, but the kind that lives quietly in our homes: time, presence, stories, values, and love. Christmas, especially for families, is a season filled with meaning. It’s when little eyes sparkle with anticipation, when bedtime feels extra special, and when memories are formed that our children will carry far beyond the holidays.
The Art of Giving (Beyond Receiving)
For our little ones, Christmas isn’t about quantities or price tags. It’s about feelings.
It’s the warmth of being close.
The magic of believing.
The comfort of familiar voices at the end of the day.
As parents, this season gives us a beautiful opportunity to introduce the art of giving—not only receiving. Giving kindness. Giving patience. Giving stories that shape how our children see the world and their place in it.
Even the simplest baby gift set or thoughtfully chosen toddler gifts can carry meaning when they’re rooted in love, intention, and connection.
And storytelling is where this all begins.
Storytelling: Where Christmas Magic Truly Lives
Night-time storytelling during the festive season feels different. Slower. Softer. More intentional.
Christmas books—of all kinds—become gateways to conversations that matter:
Stories about siblings and the beauty (and challenges) of sharing love
Tales of Santa Claus, the wonder of belief, and the joy of giving without expecting anything in return
Stories about elves, teamwork, responsibility, and caring for others
Gentle lessons about what it means to be a “good” kid, and yes, even what being a “naughty” one teaches us about choices and growth
These stories are not just entertainment. They are touchpoints. They stay with our children. They help them connect emotions to values—and values to real life.
And most importantly, they connect us to them.
Those quiet moments before sleep, when excitement builds and imaginations run wild, often become the memories they cherish most.
Planting Little Seeds That Grow Over Time
At TravelTod, we believe that everything starts with small seeds.
The seeds we plant from the very first days of our children’s lives—through the choices we make, the stories we tell, and the values we model—shape who they grow into.
That’s why storytelling is at the heart of what we do.
Through our brand friends, we share simple eco tips designed for real family life. Not overwhelming. Not perfect. Just intentional.
Ten minutes a day.
A small activity on a weekend.
A short conversation about the planet while playing or reading.
These little moments help raise eco-aware, kind, and curious children—future eco warriors who understand that loving the planet starts at home.
Bamboo That Blossoms With Love 🌱
This festive season, we invite families to explore our Blossom Collection—made from thoughtfully designed bamboo baby clothing that quite literally blossoms with love.
Bamboo represents everything we want to teach our children: resilience, gentleness, and care for the world around us. These are pieces chosen not just for comfort, but for meaning—because what we buy for our little ones is often the first lesson we give them about values.
For those looking to gift with intention, our festive sets like Joyful Snuggles and Bright Starlight are designed to wrap little ones in comfort while celebrating togetherness, making them meaningful Christmas baby gift sets to treasure.
Explore Merry, Bright and Joyfully Collection
Books That Help Little Hearts Understand Big Feelings 📚
Storytelling isn’t only for Christmas magic—it’s for everyday emotions too.
Our ABC Book Collection, written and illustrated by Trehaus, is created with a preschool mindset—educational from the heart and grounded in emotional understanding.
These books help children explore feelings they are just beginning to experience and sometimes struggle to name:
Learning about anger with Annie the Alligator
Discovering excitement with Emily the Elephant
Exploring empathy, joy, calm, and confidence—one story at a time
Perfect for any day of the week, these books create space for conversation, connection, and emotional growth—one page at a time.
(This is where we’ll link to the ABC Book Collection.)
A Gentle Reminder This Christmas
As the festive season unfolds, my wish for all families is simple:
Slow down.
Tell the stories.
Create the rituals.
Be present.
Because long after the decorations come down and the year turns anew, it’s these moments—shared stories, quiet laughter, bedtime whispers—that remain.
Christmas is not only something our children experience.
It’s something they remember.
And we get to shape that memory with love. 💛
Be Merry, Bright and Joyfully.
With Love,
Giselle
