This may sound a little silly, how should one go about doing a novena like this.
Like every other Novena, but with a special charity and fervor because of the great dignity of the sacred solemnities of Christmas.
Is there usually an intention placed with the novena? Is this supposed to prepare one spiritually for the coming child Lord?
There usually are intentions, according to the necessities and circuмstances of the individual, and the inspirations of holy grace. However, the prime and foremost intention is indeed the intensification of the spirit of Advent in order to be prepared to adore the Divine Infant on Christmas Day in as much a worthy manner as we can.