It’s hard to say which is more out of control — the holidays or your toddler’s tantrums.

Take a much-needed time-out with a professional portrait session from Parker Smith Portraits.

Specializing in pics of babes and kids, Parker Smith captures those hard-to-catch Kodak moments even with the most challenging of sugar plums. 

Give a print to the adoring grandparents or take advantage of the studio’s custom photo card service. Book by December 31 and Smith will donate a portion of your sitting fee to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

As for your little one’s fits, those will be over in a flash.

Parker Smith Portraits, 1167 Zonolite Place, suite b, Virginia Highland (404-309-1892 or parkersmithportraits.com).

SEE
Colors of Love
What: The Youth Ensemble of Atlanta performs this holiday musical for kids.
Why: Get in the spirit.
When: Thru Dec. 20. Wed.-Fri., 10 a.m.; Sat., 2 p.m.
Where: 14th Street Playhouse, 173 14th St., Midtown (404-733-5000).

LISTEN
A Kid’s Christmas
What: A seasonal celebration featuring The Polar Express, dancers, and the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra.
Why: Music makes the people come together.
When: Sun., 1:30 & 3:30 p.m.
Where: Woodruff Arts Center, in Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Midtown (404-733-5000).

SMILE
Pictures with Santa
What: Call for an appointment for family pics with the jolly old man.
Why:  A CD full of digital photos to share with all.
When: Sat., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: B Braithwaite, 1198 Howell Mill Rd., Westside (404-605-0963 ext 103).