Valentine’s Day Ideas for Moms: How to Celebrate Love with Your Little One
Just remember the lovely days when you had all the time in the world for candlelit dinners, smooches, dressing to impress, and knowing sparks would fly by the end of the evening.
But now you've got a kiddo in your arms.
Amidst restless nights, feeling all touched out, diaper changes, and the never-ending list of caring for a little one, freeing up time for romance is hopeless.
We have compiled some special Valentine’s Day ideas that are doable with a baby in a sling carrier or cradle.
1) Make Heart-Shaped Treats and Snacks
Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to express the love with heart-shaped sweets that kids will adore. If your child is old enough for heavy foods, try baking a muffin or a cupcake in a heart-shaped container, or make a cookie with red and pink jimmies.
If your little one is close to turning one, baked sweets are a good option, but for infants, they won’t be left out of the love.
For babies of six months old who have just started eating solids, make their snacks a little bit more festive. Cut red and pink veggies and fruits into heart-like forms to make their bites more enjoyable.
2) Create a Play Zone with Valentine’s Day Theme
Undoubtedly, your little one has no idea about Valentine’s Day, but there are two activities that babies love any time, any day: playtime and new experiences. So, let them enjoy both by designing an extra special play area adorned only for this day.
Below are several merrymaking plans for your Valentine’s Day play area:
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Pink playdough: Playdough is quite wonderful on its own, but you can inject even more fun elements into this occasion by creating a customized Valentine’s Day version.
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Play Outdoors: To avoid any kind of mess in the house, blow bubbles around your child in the garden or park. They’ll relish the fun of chasing the bubbles—and you get the ultimate satisfaction of just watching them and of knowing you’re improving their fine motor abilities.
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Valentine’s Day props and baby toys: Add some of the typical Valentine’s Day items into your kid’s play area, such as colorful faux flowers, soft heart-shaped toys, or pink teddy bears.
3) Dress Your Baby in Love-Infused Comfort
If you’re looking to outfit your child for this romantic day, achieving a cute and angelic look for them is possible.
You can use polka-dotted heart designs for pure cuteness, but that's not the sole option. Experiment with red and white heart prints to get comfy in a soft but stylish romper or dress in a long-sleeve dress.
4) Do a Valentine’s Day Photoshoot
Your kid's first Valentine's Day is very special, so why not let the impression stay with you forever?
Give your baby a heart-shaped cupcake or some strawberries for a cheerful picture. Or, get them positioned in your beautifully decorated play area to have a set background for Valentine's photos.
Take a full family (including pet) photo to complete the memory capture. You can even decide to match your family's clothes with the little one's by wearing your best pink, white, and red outfits or the same design clothes in your size that the baby has worn.
5) Write a Love Letter for Your Baby
Last but not least, start the custom of writing them a love letter every passing year on Valentine's Day.
When they reach a reading age, you can start reading them all aloud with your child or the whole family or keep them all safe somewhere and present them as a gift once they're a little older.
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List of loves: Articulate your love for them on paper, from their small toes to their bold curiosity.
- Future plans: Jot down all of your imaginations in a love letter written for your kid. Moreover, it will help you in planning exhilarating adventures for the years to come.
And don't forget to make time for yourself and your relationships. Here are some additional ways to celebrate and make memories this Valentine’s Day:
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Solo Self-Care: Treat yourself to a spa day, a relaxing bath, or a quiet coffee date with a book.
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We-Time: A simple home-cooked dinner, a movie night, or a surprise love note exchange can reignite the romance.
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Bonding moments with kiddos: Bake heart-shaped treats, have a craft session, or enjoy a cozy storytime together.
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Mom’s Night Out/In: Gather fellow moms for a fun dinner, a virtual hangout, or a movie night with wine and laughter.
Valentine’s Day is the best reminder to celebrate love in all its forms, whether it's the love you have for yourself, the bond you share with your better half, or the unconditional fondness for your child.
As a first-time mother, it’s very important to rejoice in these moments and give time to your family’s growth and bonding.
After all, love grows best when it’s shared.
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