SWFL Santas Family #43
Meet this family of two: a hardworking single mother and her 9-year-old daughter.
Mom works full-time overnight shifts as a Registered Nurse while continuing her education. Together, they enjoy musical theater, karaoke, family time, and local hockey games.
Family #43
Family Members: 2
Parent: Mother, Age 30
Child: Girl, Age 9
Our Family Story
I am a 30-year-old single mother working full-time overnights as a Registered Nurse while pursuing my Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) online. My 9-year-old daughter is transitioning back to traditional school after being homeschooled.
Together, we love watching musicals, singing karaoke, spending time with our family and cat, and attending local hockey games. Being sponsored this Christmas will help us cover essential personal care products, clothing, and household needs while giving my daughter a memorable holiday morning.
Meet Our Family
Mom — Age 30
Gender: Female
Shirt/Top Size: Large
Pants/Bottom Size: 14 / 16
Shoe Size: 8.5 Wide or 9 Women's
Pajama Size: Large
Favorite Color: Purple
Interests & Hobbies
Sudoku, word search puzzles, reading, cooking, baking, watching musical theater
Favorites
Hamilton, Wicked, Target, Walmart, Olive Garden, Outback Steakhouse, New York Jets, New York Mets, Florida Everblades, Winter Candy Apple or mint scents
Something Needed
Everyday Essentials: Aussie hair care products (shampoo, conditioner, hair mousse, hairspray), body wash, toothpaste, deodorant, black ankle socks.
Christmas Wish List
- Plain black supportive work sneakers (size 8.5W or 9 Women's)
- 2027 desk calendar (Wicked, Hamilton, or purple theme)
- Pilot G-2 purple gel pens
- Purple Sharpies
- Hanes underwear
- Black ankle socks
- Nursing- or cat-themed accessories
- Target, gas station, or grocery store gift cards
Child #1 — Girl, Age 9
Gender: Female
Shirt/Top Size: Youth Medium (8/10)
Pants/Bottom Size: Youth Medium (8/10)
Shoe Size: 1 Youth
Pajama Size: Youth Medium (8/10)
Bedding Size: Twin
Bedding Color/Theme: Teal, Blue, Pink, or Purple
Favorite Colors: Teal, Blue, Pink, Purple, Black
Interests & Hobbies
Musical theater, dance, swimming, gymnastics, art, video games, playing with baby dolls
Favorites
Dance Moms, Big City Greens, Disney movies (Zootopia, Toy Story), New York Jets, Florida Everblades, 5 Below, Target
Something Needed
Everyday Essentials: Twin-size bed sheet set, everyday clothing (jeans, skirts), athletic wear for theater and dance rehearsals, everyday socks.
Christmas Wish List
- Reborn/toddler-sized realistic baby doll with doll clothing
- Monster High "Moon Spell Magic" doll
- Girls' makeup kit (suited for caramel-brown skin tones)
- "Squishies" sensory toys (NeeDoh, RMS dumplings, jumbo squishy fruits)
- Rehearsal athletic wear
- Everyday skirts and jeans (Youth Medium)
- Pajama sets (Youth Medium)
- Pool noodles and inner tubes
- Girls' jewelry and accessories (earrings, necklaces)
Family & Essential Needs
Between working overnight nursing shifts, continuing her education, and supporting her daughter's return to traditional school, Mom would especially appreciate help with everyday essentials.
Mom's Personal Care & Work Essentials
- Aussie shampoo, conditioner, hair mousse, and hairspray
- Body wash, toothpaste, and deodorant
- Black ankle socks
- Plain black supportive work sneakers (size 8.5 Wide or 9 Women's)
Daughter's Clothing & School Essentials
- Twin-size bed sheet set (teal, blue, pink, or purple)
- Everyday jeans and skirts (Youth Medium 8/10)
- Athletic clothing for theater and dance rehearsals
- Everyday socks
Our Family's Big Wish
20-Inch Kids' Bicycle
Who Benefits: Child #1 (9-Year-Old Daughter)
Why It Would Be Meaningful/Helpful
She has outgrown her childhood bike and hasn't had the chance to learn how to ride without training wheels. A new bicycle will allow her to ride with neighborhood friends, build confidence, stay active, and socialize.
A Special Wish: A 20-inch bicycle would give this 9-year-old the opportunity to learn to ride independently and enjoy time outdoors with her friends.
This is a special wish, not a requirement for adopting the family.
Our Amazon Wish List
The family's Amazon wish list provides additional gift ideas based on their interests and needs.
You are welcome to use the list for inspiration and shop wherever you prefer.
A Friendly Reminder for Our SWFL Santas
We suggest at least three new gifts per child and one gift for Mom, but these are guidelines, not requirements.
Gift suggestions and Amazon wish lists are simply guides to help you learn about the family's interests and needs.
You are welcome to shop anywhere, choose similar or non-brand-name items, and are not expected to purchase everything listed.
Every thoughtful gift makes a difference, and your generosity is truly appreciated! □