How to enjoy and handle the ups and downs of Secret Santa gift swaps.

The holidays can be a busy time with lots to do, like buying gifts for friends and family. Secret Santa exchanges can be a fun way to celebrate but can also be stressful, especially when you don't know the person you are buying for.

Peter Imburg created Elfster, a free online Secret Santa organizer, to make things easier. Elfster helps by pairing people up, collecting wish lists, and sending reminders.

Cameron Rogers, a social media expert, knows gift exchanges can be tough, especially with a price limit. She suggests practical gifts like kitchen gadgets or personalized items like a monogrammed item.

Elfster also offers gift ideas like water bottles, blankets, and massage guns. Gift cards are a safe choice if you are unsure what to buy.

Some people find Secret Santa less stressful than buying individual gifts for everyone. Nicole Troiano enjoys the fun of finding the perfect gift for her assigned person.