Celebrate Love This Valentine’s Day with These Activities for Your Family

Be intentional in how you celebrate the holidays this year by creating a Valentine’s Day itinerary for food, family and fun activities!

CELEBRATE VALENTINE’S DAY WITH THE KIDS THIS YEAR

For many of us, it’s hard to get a sitter. Don’t let it put on a damper on your romance! In fact, use this as an opportunity to help your kids feel at ease with how much you and your hubby still love each other.

Children feel much happier and secure when they know their parents are getting along. Here are a few ideas to celebrate this Valentine’s Day in a way the kids can participate!

1. SET THE TABLE WITH CANDLES AND PLAY SOME ROMANTIC MUSIC

Set the scene with something out of the ordinary for your kids. Get out the “fancy” dishes, maybe even a few place cards, and turn on a “romantic” playlist. Listen to my playlist here.

2. COOK A “FANCY DINNER”

If you’re like me, this is the easiest step where you order takeout, but if you enjoy cooking, make something different that isn’t in your regular rotation or add an appetizer like spinach dip or a cheese ball.

3. SERVE A SPECIAL DESSERT

Order in or cook something different the kids have never tried like a brownie sundae or tiramisu!

4. PASS OUT VALENTINE’S CARDS & GIFTS

Have your kids write each other notes beforehand and pass them out during dessert. If you have special goodie bags, this is a good time too! Ideas are: