How much money to spoil a child? (xmas)

suzymarie

How much money do you think is too much to spend on holiday gifts?

Everyone has different incomes and different family backgrounds.  I am just curious when you think a child is "spoiled"

This is per child.

[Poll]

eclaires

I can't vote b/c I don't think any monetary amount spoils a child - it's an attitude that you instill.

Either your kids are grateful for the things they get or they aren't, at any price point.

j-w

eclaires:

I can't vote b/c I don't think any monetary amount spoils a child - it's an attitude that you instill.

Either your kids are grateful for the things they get or they aren't, at any price point.

Ditto!  Well said, e!

joseysbride

eclaires:

I can't vote b/c I don't think any monetary amount spoils a child - it's an attitude that you instill.

Either your kids are grateful for the things they get or they aren't, at any price point.

Totally agree!

mom2one

This is totally subjective and based on income and lifestyle...there have been years I have spent much more than $800 and DS is not spoiled.

Angela814

eclaires:

I can't vote b/c I don't think any monetary amount spoils a child - it's an attitude that you instill.

Either your kids are grateful for the things they get or they aren't, at any price point.

So true.

Chrisy-Wyobride

I agree w/ eclaires...I mean just because I want to buy my DDs better quality toys which often cost more (but also can last through the 4+ children I plan on having) doesn't mean they are any more spoiled than a kid that gets say 10 $3 dolls.  Quantity & cost does not equate spoiled IMO.

suzymarie

I agree in general, but I still think most people have a number in their head where they think "holy crap you spent HOW much on your kid?"