DSC's Xmas gift spending. Whats normal

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Rose7728 · 15/08/2022 10:33

Just seeing what people generally spend on DSC's xmas boxes? I have 3 DSC 16, 22,23 (so not really children as you can see) however the past 2 years i have spoiled them (long story but mom does not buy for 23 yo) so perhaps i have over compensated in the past. This year with the cost of living and a few additional expensive bills ive had i feel bad that i cant afford it this year so question is what sort of limit should i be looking at?

If it helps we dont live together so i run my house on my own. DF generally gives them a pot of £350 not sure on mom but usually around £150 for the 22 and 16 yo. Just seeking some sensible advice as i do feel really bad i cant spoil them this year. Thanks

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Talapia · 17/12/2022 16:59

pickabunchofpickledpoppers · 17/12/2022 08:40

Surely this depends on age! My dad tends to give me cash some years but I'm bloody grateful for it at my age (27 so not much older than OP eldest SC!)

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Maybe not so much age but need.

They definitely don't need cash so prefer something more personalised.

Octopusmittens · 17/12/2022 17:05

Sswhinesthebest · 15/08/2022 10:48

I can understand stopping at 21 but why did the 22 year old get a present but not 23?

They are old enough to understand that money isn’t as abundant this year so explain that. Just get them a present each but worth less. Spend the same on all of them.

I can’t ever imagine not wanting to give my children Christmas gifts no matter how old they are.

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