How to celebrate Valentine's Day with kids
Valentine’s Day often looks a little different when we have kiddos. Romantic getaways and candlelit dinners might be a distant memory replaced with glitter glue and hand-drawn cards. And while part of you might miss that special time with your significant other, most parents would agree that the holiday takes on a new and special meaning when you involve your little ones.
Celebrating Valentine’s Day with kids is a wonderful way to teach them the importance of expressing love and appreciation for those around us. It’s also the perfect opportunity to let your kiddos know just how much you love them!
Join us as we explore some of the fun and creative ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day as a family.
Bake some sweet treats
Sugar and spice, and all things nice. Kids love getting busy in the kitchen, and it’s a great way to spend quality time together. Try baking some heart-shaped sugar cookies and when it comes to icing and decorating, embrace the chaos and let your kiddo’s imagination run wild. They will be so proud of their hard work, and the cookies could make a perfect Valentine’s Day gift.
Make a card creation station
As your kids learn about the meaning of Valentine’s Day, they will likely want to create handmade cards for the special people in their life. Of course, when creativity strikes, kids like having all the essentials at their fingertips. Cardboard, coloring pencils, stamps, stickers, glue and don’t forget the glitter! Ah, glitter, the crafting supply that sends shivers down the spine of parents the world over.
Find a little nook in your home where you can set up all of the crafting supplies they need, so they can sit down and get creative whenever they like.
Organize a Valentine’s Day chocolate hunt
Who says a chocolate hunt has to be reserved for Easter? Source some Valentine’s Day chocolates like Hershey’s Kisses or something similar and hide them around the house. Give your little one a basket and enjoy the sheer joy on their little faces as they excitedly find each one.
Write your kiddo a love note
When children feel loved, they feel secure, valued, and understood, which helps them to develop a positive self-image and self-confidence. This sense of security and self-worth also allows them to form healthy relationships with others, both now and in the future.
You likely tell your little one how much you love them every day, but there is something special about putting pen to paper to express your feelings. Whether it’s a small note on their pillow or a letter explaining how proud you are of them, your kiddo will treasure it for years to come.
Snuggle up and enjoy a movie
Celebrating Valentine’s Day with kids is all about family time! So snuggle up on the couch and enjoy quality time together watching a movie. There are many great options to choose from—Beauty and the Beast is always popular, as is Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown. Make sure you read about the movie and parental advisories before making a decision, so you know it will be appropriate for your little one.
Think of those in need
As parents, one of the most important things we can teach our children is the value of helping others. Valentine’s Day is associated with feelings of love and happiness, but for some, it can be a reminder of loneliness and hardship.
Share the spirit of love and charity and involve your kiddo in doing something kind for someone else. For example, surprise an elderly neighbor living alone with chocolates and a handmade card, or drop a donation to a local food bank.
These simple acts of kindness can teach our kids about empathy and compassion and show them that they have the power to make a difference in the world. So use this Valentine’s Day to spread love and positivity to those who need it most.
Soak up the love
While romantic gestures are undoubtedly special, the love you receive from your children is one of the most precious gifts in life. Be sure to soak up the love from your family this Valentine’s Day and enjoy all of the meaningful little moments that this holiday brings…even the glitter!
Celebrating Valentine’s Day with kids can be so much fun and provides an opportunity to make valuable family memories that you and your little ones will cherish.
No matter how you choose to celebrate, the team at My Sweet Sleeper hopes you enjoy every moment.
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