{"id":1464,"date":"2018-11-12T09:00:03","date_gmt":"2018-11-12T15:00:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp-secure.iseeme.com\/?p=1464"},"modified":"2018-11-12T09:44:28","modified_gmt":"2018-11-12T15:44:28","slug":"black-friday-shopping-avoid-holiday-stress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wordpress.iseeme.com\/blog\/2018\/11\/12\/black-friday-shopping-avoid-holiday-stress\/","title":{"rendered":"Black Friday Shopping: How to Avoid Holiday Stress"},"content":{"rendered":"

Black Friday shopping is a perfect opportunity to buy holiday gifts at special discounts and cross holiday shopping off your to-do list. But it can also be a high-stress activity as you battle for the best deal\u2014especially when managing young kids. Steer clear of Black Friday shopping stress and try these helpful shopping tips.<\/p>\n

Black Friday Shopping: Make a List, Check It Twice<\/h2>\n

Decide what gifts you are seeking in advance and create an organized list. Try making two lists: one that has the gifts listed by recipient (e.g., gifts for your husband, children, uncle, etc.) and another list that has gifts organized by store. As you purchase items, cross them off so nothing is purchased twice. Note the price of each item and keep a running tally as you shop so you know how much you are spending\u2014especially if you have a max budget for gifts.<\/p>\n

Check Social Media for Black Friday Deals<\/h2>\n

Retailers will often post special Black Friday deals and discounts in advance on social media. Follow their pages and keep checking back to take note of each deal. This will also help you create your shopping list.<\/p>\n

Get Up Early<\/h2>\n

Many deals in-store begin early in the morning. Grab a coffee, pull on your most comfortable pair of leggings, and be prepared to wait in line. The earlier you shop, the more time you\u2019ll have to spend with family later!<\/p>\n

Be Prepared<\/h2>\n