Mailing Gifts and Packages to Your Kids

When you're mailing gifts to your kids, you want them to be extra special. Here are some tips to make opening the package even more fun:

• Plan to mail your gift early. It means so much to your kids when the package arrives on time!


• Instead of using bubble wrap, place a few balloons (filled with air) inside the box.


• Throw in a banner that reads "Happy Birthday" (or "Congratulations," "Merry Christmas," or whatever is appropriate at the time). Don't forget some tape, too!


• Include a disposable camera and a pre-paid mailing envelope. This way, your child can easily pop the camera in the mail, and have the developed pictures sent directly to you. Request doubles and send a set back to your child!


• Include some confetti. You can make your own by cutting up pieces of colored paper or magazines.


• Throw in a few party hats and festive blowers or kazoos.


• Decorate the outside of the box with stickers.


• Also remember to include a card. Write your own personal message explaining how proud you are of your child and what you hope for him or her in the coming year.