The holidays hit a little differently when you have a baby. Last year, our son was still brand new to the world—tiny, fragile, and our number one priority. We made every choice with him in mind, which meant keeping things simple. Thanksgiving was reserved for our closest family, and Christmas was when we saw our extended relatives. Looking back, I’m so grateful we structured the season that way. It took away the worry of back-to-back big gatherings, reduced exposure to germs,