From the Tickle Me Elmo to the Elsa doll, there’s usually one toy that parents and children MUST HAVE for the holiday season. For 2016, it’s the Hatchimal.

Video: Hatchimals via YouTube

Unfortunately, Hatchimals are already sold out across the U.S. The Furby-like doll stuffed inside a plastic egg would usually retail for $60, but due to the rarity, it’s currently being sold for hundreds of dollars on sites like eBay. Spin Master urges shoppers to seek out rain-check programs to get one in January 2017.

In an attempt to let their children down gently, parents have started writing apology letters from “Santa” like the one below.

Photo: Facebook

Man, the struggle is REAL.

What lengths would you go to for your child’s holiday gift? Let us know in the comments below!

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