It’s hard to wait for the holidays to arrive — especially when you’re a kid. But Advent calendars can be a fun way to count down as a family, while sprinkling in small bits of whimsy along the way. In ...

Deena Shinn is a freelance writer and editor. When she's not writing or wrangling her two feisty daughters, you can find her experimenting with sourdough bread or exploring northern California.

Now that the holiday season is gearing up, advent calendars appear to be everywhere, with options for beauty, home, food and other categories available to shop. And for holiday shoppers with children ...

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