Monday, 10 November 2025

A New Holiday Tradition: Special Advent Calendars for Each of My Kids

This year, I decided to make the countdown to Christmas extra special for my kids. Instead of the usual chocolate advent calendars, I splurged on something a little fancier—and a lot more personal. Each of them is getting their own unique advent calendar that reflects who they are and what they love most.


For my oldest son, I found an amazing Pokémon advent calendar on Amazon. He’s been a Pokémon fan since he was little, so when I saw one filled with collectible figures and fun surprises, I knew it would be perfect. Each day he’ll get to add a new piece to his growing collection, which makes it way more exciting than just opening a tiny door for a piece of candy. This one is definitely a winner for any collector as it comes with cards, coins, stickers, and more.

The calendar contains:

  • The Pokémon TCG: Holiday Calendar includes 25 surprises to discover including 8 foil Pokémon TCG cards with a festive stamp and 6 Pokémon TCG booster packs.
  • This also comes with 7 Pokémon TCG 3-card fun packs, 2 Pokémon coins, and 2 Pokémon sticker sheets.
  • You will also get a code card for Pokémon TCG Live.
  • A great Holiday calendar for all your Pokemon fans and collectors.


My daughter is getting a Sephora advent calendar, and honestly, I might be just as excited about it as she is! It’s packed with beauty treats—makeup, skincare, and little luxuries she can enjoy every day in December. She’s been getting more into self-care lately, so this will be such a fun way for her to explore new products and feel a little pampered during the holiday season. 

The calendar contains:

- Makeup Setting Spray 
- Colorful Matte Waterproof 12H Contour Pencil Eyeliner in 01 Black Lace 
- Moisturizing Body Lotion in Monoi 
- Love the Lift Mascara in Ultra Black 
- Colorful Blush Glaze in 06 Tropical Dawn 
- Top Coat 
- Express Waterproof Makeup Remover 
- Brightening Eye Cream 
- All Day Hydrator 
- Clean Skin Gel 
- Colorful Pearly Removable Eyeshadow in 201 Milky Way 
- Nail Polish in 202 Berry Red 
- Nourishing & Repairing Hair Sleeping Mask in Coconut Oil 
- Glow Booster Mask 
- Moisturizing & Glowing Face Mask in Lychee Extract 
- Moisturizing & Smoothing Lip Mask in Cherry Extract 
- Aloe Vera Cleansing Wipes in Moisturizing 
- Outrageous Intense in 01 Fever 
- Wavy Hair Clips 
- Large Scrunchie 
- Pompom 
- Makeup Sponge 
- Hair Tie 
- Tweezers with Comb


For my youngest, I chose a Universal Yums advent calendar filled with candies from around the world. He’s at that age where everything is an adventure, so this one felt like the perfect fit. Every day he’ll get to try a sweet treat from a different country—it’s educational, fun, and delicious all at once.

This calendar contains:

96 Yummy Candies
11 Different Countries
One unforgettable adventure

Each of these calendars was around the $100 mark, so they’re definitely being counted as part of their gifts this year. But honestly, I think they’re worth every penny. They’ll get to enjoy a new surprise every day, and it adds a little bit of magic and anticipation to December.

If they end up loving their calendars as much as I think they will, I’d love to make this a new family tradition—finding unique and exciting advent calendars for them each year. There are so many creative ones out there, from snacks and books to puzzles and candles, and it’s such a fun way to make the holiday season feel special and personalized.

Sometimes it’s the little things—like opening a tiny box every morning—that make the biggest memories. 🎄✨


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