Kim Rosenberg, who turned 56 on Dec. 29, expresses the challenges of having a late December birthday. 'Birthday presents get lumped in with other holiday gifts,' she laments. Family and friends often remain too exhausted from holiday celebrations to celebrate her day fully. A poignant memory recalls how her stepmother refused to buy a cake, suggesting leftover Christmas treats were sufficient, demonstrating how late December birthdays can feel overshadowed by the holiday season.
Obstetrician Dr. Tawana Coates shares her perspective on late December births, recalling the experience with her daughter born amid holiday festivities. She mentions how some parents may consider inducing labor to avoid holiday overlaps, reflecting on how they care about managing their child's birthday. Her personal story reinforces the idea that December birthdays can indeed be special, if one makes the effort, advocating for dual celebrations to accommodate friends and family.
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