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Not that I’m being stereotypical, but men often are procrastinators when it comes to Christmas shopping. In fact, the National Retail Federation reported today that one in five men, or 19 percent, have not begun their holiday shopping, based on a survey. That’s compared to 13 percent of women who have yet to begin.

But guys, don’t stress. Wal-Mart has come to your rescue! Recently, I found an interesting and new Wal-Mart promotion aimed at procrastinating men. The discount retail giant has created a guide to help men shop for last-minute gifts for the women in their lives, whether it’s a grandmother, mother, girlfriend, sister or wife.

At www.helpaguybuy.com, Wal-Mart takes visitors through a list of questions to determine the category in which the gift recipient falls. The choices lump women into several categories, such as women on the go, the ultimate hostess, sports enthusiasts, nature lovers and fashion fanatics.

After the category is determined, a list of gift options pops up. Of course, they are items available at Wal-Mart.

If you try out this gift guide, let me know if it's helpful at all.