The most common image tomorrow in the houses with children is that of the little ones opening one package after another, tearing the wrapping paper at full speed to quickly discover what it contains and move on to the next, between cries of surprise and happiness. And that's the key: be happy.
Therefore, we must ensure that the day is perfect, that nothing muddies the magic of the Magi. Because many times we do not think that among so much paper there are batteries that the smallest ones can take to the mouth, or toys not suitable for them that can 'steal' the older ones. What if they destroyed the box of that toy that doesn't work?
We tell you What things you have to keep in mind when opening your packages, so that your children enjoy safely and not spoil a family fun day.
1. Beware of the boxes!
You have to recognize it. We strive to find the perfect gift and our children insist on playing with the packaging. We have to give up and let them play, and if it is with their imagination, then perfect.
Of course, before letting them destroy them (when opening the gift) or cutting them to give them the desired shape, better make sure that what it includes works correctly and we will stay with it. Because most stores do not accept return without packaging in proper condition.
Once the performance is removed, it is better to remove them in the middle and take them to the recycling container, because the truth is that they take up a lot of space.
2. The bags are not for play
When they are little they love to check if their head enters the different bags and if they are transparent and come through them ... even better! So better be aware of removing them from their reach as soon as possible and if they ask us, explain that we have kept them to put inside the toys that the Kings have brought, before assembling them or finding their definitive place in their room.
The risks of suffocation are no joke, so better to sin than being too cautious.
3. That we don't run out of battery
As much as we strive for everything to be perfect, it is not strange that after fighting with the scissors to drop the doll of 'their ties' in the box, we give the 'on' and do nothing. The Magi have forgotten the batteries! How can it be possible?
It is best to check as we buy the gifts if they include batteries, and if not, which ones you need to buy them. What have you not remembered to do? No problem! You are in time to locate the toys that still need them and get them before the stores close (tonight, too late).
And if you already have everything perfectly packaged and organized, nothing happens. Make sure you have a pack of AA and AAA alkaline batteries, the most common ones. They never have a lot of small children at home, so if it's not Three Kings Day, they will serve you later.
One tip: rechargeable batteries provide significant savings in a short time.
4. The batteries do not suck
We are busy putting those round batteries in those toys that need them to start working and they are a few! And without realizing it, in an oversight, the baby 'drag' with one of them and takes it to his mouth to see what it tastes like. It is his nature to discover the world and taste through taste.
So, better keep them safe and never leave them within reach, because we know they are toxic but they are not yet.
5. Button batteries? Well protected
Whenever possible, it is better to avoid toys that contain button batteries and, if this is not possible, make sure that the lid that hides this type of batteries cannot be opened without tools that only the adult can handle.
Unfortunately, they can be swallowed or stuffed through the nose or ear too easily while we are entertained unpacking a gift from the older brother.
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You have to let them enjoy tearing the papers with which we have wrapped their gifts with such care only a few hours before. But as they are thrown on the ground (because they are going to do so) it is convenient to keep them in a bag and then throw them away.
It may happen that with the nerves that little boy who still walks with an insecure step, step on the papers and 'drain'. Better avoid crying and unnecessary accidents that can spoil your day.
7. Small parts, only if they are older than three years
If we take into account the approval label, the manufacturer's indications and the child's age, it is easy to avoid those toys not recommended for minors because they contain small parts.
But it may happen that you are looking for a toy for an older child who lives with a baby or child under three years old. In this case, we must be very aware that the child does not 'steal' his brother and can swallow them and suffer an accident.
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It is difficult to retain a child so that he does not overturn all the pieces of his new Lego or the puzzle of his favorite hero on the same morning as Reyes. Then, of course, you don't have time to assemble it completely. We have to make sure that they put all the pieces back in their corresponding bags, because if it cannot happen that they take the great disgust when they are assembling them and they lack some.
This advice also applies to the infinity of doll accessories, which are often lost in the mountains of papers and boxes, and can even end up in the trash. Can you imagine your son's grief face if Captain America lacks his shield? When the excitement of the first hours passes, it is a good idea to check together that all the toys and games are complete.
9. Have all purchase tickets located
It seems obvious, but how many times have we had to eat a gift because we lost the proof of purchase? What if after installing the kitchenette we check that the light of the fires does not work? What if the puppy barks and scares him? What if the Magi have left the same game also at the house of the uncles?
Therefore, when in doubt, it is good to leave all the tickets together in the same drawer, as the Kings are bought (large and small) so as not to have to eat gifts. One tip: nothing to leave in the bag where they come, because with the excitement of the magical night, placing gifts, we can get to lose 'just' the one we need.
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