Ep. 72 Planning a Joyful Christmas in Co-Parenting Chaos

Ep. 72 Planning a Joyful Christmas in Co-Parenting Chaos

From Do I Really Hate Men? by Ang Allan-Burns

November 5, 2025 · 25 min

About this episode

Ang Allan-Burns provides a guide for single moms and co-parents on planning a joyful Christmas amidst co-parenting challenges.

In this episode of Do I Really Hate Men , host Ang shares a practical and heartfelt guide on how single moms and co-parents can plan for a calm, joyful Christmas despite the challenges of separation and co-parenting. From starting conversations early, creating new traditions, managing emotional and physical energy, to protecting your peace in the final countdown, Ang offers actionable tips to help you reclaim the magic of the season on your own terms. (00:00) Introduction to the Podcast (00:42) The Challenges of Christmas for Single Moms (01:33) Planning for a Calm Christmas (03:49) Long-Term Strategies for a Peaceful Holiday (09:12) Mid-Term Planning: One Month Before Christmas (15:17) Final Countdown: The Week Before Christmas (21:08) Listener Stories and Conclusion KEY TAKEAWAYS Define what a calm Christmas means for you personally before making any plans. Start co-parenting conversations about Christmas schedules early to allow time for adjustment. Create new holiday traditions rather than clinging to old ones that may cause tension. Protect your emotional and physical energy budget by saying no to overload and guilt. BEST MOMENTS "A calm Christmas doesn't just happen; it's…

People in this episode

Host: Ang Allan-Burns

Topics covered

  • co-parenting
  • Christmas planning
  • single moms
  • emotional well-being
  • holiday traditions

Keywords

  • co-parenting
  • Christmas
  • single moms
  • holiday traditions
  • emotional energy

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