As the cost of living rises and family budgets tighten, how do you have that awkward conversation with your children?
- Sharing the Load is a column about parenting children of all ages
With rising costs of living and a tighter budget, how can I teach my child the cost and worth of things?
Last week, my daughter started asking questions about her upcoming eighth birthday party. I had planned on something small but special since she’d celebrated her last two birthdays in lockdown, but a quick glance online to gather ideas for “little girl parties” sent me into a panic.