Help! My Child Had A Meltdown Over A Relative's Christmas Gift

There’s nothing quite like watching your child unwrap the Christmas present a relative has given them, only for their face to crumple as they realise they either already have it, didn’t want it, or they really wanted what their sibling had instead.

Cue a meltdown in 3... 2... 1... 

I’ve been the relative. I’ve also been the parent. It can be pretty awkward for all involved.

The thing is though: sometimes we get presents that aren’t really our cup of tea. But as adults, we’re just better at hiding our disappointment.