How many presents without inc lists have your dc got.

[MincedMuffPies]

Mine have about 35 each 10 of those are stocking fillers of things around a pound nothing more then a fiver.

I haven't spent loads but as they're older and its things like dvds and ps3 games it really doesn't look like much compared to previous years of bikes and large similar presents.

And socks and toothbrushes!

I have a budget of 600 for 3 dcs, Dh, 4 nieces and nephews and 2 godchildren.

My DC have 14 things each, not including stocking fillers as I haven't got all of those yet.

I'm pleased because I had a feeling that DD2 had more but I've just counted up and they've both got the same. We've spent the same amount on each of them but I had a feeling that DD2 had more little bits so I'm glad that she doesn't!

Ds has one thing! (Aside from stocking stuff) it is an xbox one though. He put a lot if the money in himself though so it's not as extravagant as it sounds.
The 4 dds have quite a bit to open but I couldn't tell you how much. I try and buy sensibly now, things I know they will actually use or play with and no 'cup cake makers' or any of that crap that gets used once and never again!

Yes moxiegirl I buy sensibly also, eg dd3 desperately wants converse so she has a pair of new grey converse - happy to buy things like that rather than a furby or some other 5 minute wonder. She also has Walkie talkies which will be her fave present

Christmas is about time and tradition to my dcs. They love the gifts but even more they love the repetitive traditions, the carols, the tree, the movies, the trips to the cinema. They are not materialistic and they are always thrilled with what they get. They are lovely lovely kids and it has never occurred to me to repay that by giving them 'everything they ask for'.

Everything they ask for = rod for own back.
Let's see how that is going for you in 10 yrs time.

Woodburner babe our Christmas day is very similar to yours except we need to feed ponies and walk dogs. Totally agree re the leisurely breakfast, that's a huge treat here. If I had to watch the dcs open 50 bits of plastic crap I'd get a migraine

I really don't understand why people get so arsey about what other people do for Christmas .

I suspect that people whose children get everything on their lists/in their letter do the managing expectations bit at the list making/letter writing stage. They won't be expecting the moon on a stick.

I have 4 DCs eldest is 9, youngest 3.

They ask Santa for 2 gifts, they have 14 each from us not including sticking fillers.

DD1s 2 Santa presents cost £100 (-£20 for vouchers) DD2s £245 but she will love them. DSs pile will look huge but when they are little it's big boxes.

I don't really count the coat or have a budget I try and buy them things they will love DD3 has asked Santa for a blue toy elephant!

I asked a 7 year what she was asking Santa for she said "Hunter wellies" I thought that was sad. Also know a 2 year old getting an iPad. Each to their own I suppose.

I've bought DD2 some marbles she will love them

I'm not arsey. Probably a bit defensive about the idea that our Christmas will be flat and boring because dds haven't got 4 monster high dolls each.

And probably a bit snobby if truth be told.

Oh dear. Hunter wellies are sad? Dd3 would have said 'woof wear muck boots' - she's a girl who knows what she wants (and she wants hideous but practical rubber boots)

DD (5) has a kid's encyclopedia, a book about space, a Spanish dictionary, a French dictionary, the Horrid Henry books, the Horrid Henry annual, a sparkly hairband and some clips, a big map of the world for her wall, a big map of the stars, an astronaut dressing up outfit, a colour in your own paper castle thing and a selection box.

DS (0) has a cuddly mouse, a cuddly cow, a fluffy blanket, some of those squeak eggs, new vests and sleep suits, shoes, a bath book and a VTech walker thing.

I don't know if that's a lot or a little!

Your kids sound lovely and amazing and I would have thought have the attitude and drive is 'gift' enough. My children are also amazing (in my eyes) and also have their own challenges but I don't think that means I am short changing them by not getting them 'everything they want'. In fact, I know I am not as material stuff means very little in the grand scheme of things.

I have amazing boys too. I just don't equate Christmas, or rewarding my children, with spending loads of money on loads of presents.
You are right, there is no one size fits all. Was actually answering those who had sneered at those who hadn't bought 30+ gifts and saying Christmas must be dull for their kids because of that.
As that is obviously the spirit of Christmas. Materialism. Oh yes.

I spent about £150 in total, looking at it. That's a fair amount I reckon.

zoowee - no Hunter wellies aren't sad (I'm getting a pair of Neoprene ones for Xmas to keep my toes warm dog walking) but at 7 wanting designer boots over a toy?

A lot of people count clothes as presents as well, I never have. Apart from a pair of warm socks Santa always leaves in his stocking

Im counting clothes! since i spent stupid amounts on them, they bloomin count haha

No doubt I'll be counting them in a few years

This year mine are getting everything they asked for - DS1 asked for marvel lego, DS2 asked for some bakugan and DS3 asked for a dinosaur. Not hard to fulfil their wishes! Equally years when they have asked for expensive toys they haven't got what they asked for and they are well aware that Father Christmas may bring something he thinks they will like better.

Mine have around 20-25 gifts each plus a stocking which contains things that cost no more than £2 each ( includes tooth brushes, chocolate coins etc.. ), dd1 is getting quite a few books and none of their gifts cost more than £30 ( most cost around £5 ), they don't get much from family ( some cash from grand parents and a couple small gifts).