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I remember it clearly like it was yesterday. We were celebrating Christmas at my husband’s grandparents house and my son (just 2 years old at the time.) Everyone got him gifts and all of them required batteries and a screwdriver. I was not prepared and my son cried and cried. The next Christmas, I actually brought what I called a “Present Kit.”

Silly as it may sound, you don’t want your child to have a meltdown or be bored sitting with a present they can’t play with. Every year since, I have been prepared and my kids are able to sit down with their toys while we are at our families houses.

I also like to stock up and be ready at home so Christmas morning, we are not searching for batteries and tools. I have found that it is important to stock up on all sizes too of batteries because you just never know. The most common batteries though are usually AA and AAA. I am that gift giver too that always makes sure I give batteries when they are required. Even when a toy says batteries are included, I give batteries because the batteries included are usually temporary demo batteries.

Want to make sure the fun is going to last?

Did you know that Energizer® Ultimate Lithium™ batteries are the #1 longest-lasting AA batteries? Why would you want long-lasting batteries? You don’t want toys to die out mid-play, especially ones that are a pain to put batteries inside in the first place! Energizer® Ultimate Lithium™ batteries also hold power up to 20 years (AA/AAA) and feature leak resistant construction to protect those shiny, new toys, gadgets and devices.

According to a 2016 survey by Energizer, 54 percent of parents run out to buy batteries last minute around the holidays. Don’t spend your holidays in line at the store. Stock up on Energizer® batteries for all the gifts on your list.

Are you prepared for presents?

This year, stock up ahead of the holiday season— Energizer® batteries are perfect for all the gadgets and toys on your list. Make sure you make your own “Present Kit” as well!