It seems like Christmas just ended, and already we are on to planning the next big event! While I love a little rest and relazation after the holidays, I am also a planner at heart. I love to be ready for what is coming next, and with the chaos that is the shipping industry right now, there is no shame in planning and ordering early for at home Valentine’s Day ideas!

With the continuing (and escalating) state of COVID in the US, the responsible thing to do for Valentine’s Day is enjoy your family’s company at home. That doesn’t mean that you have to begrudgingly stare at the same old faces you see every day. There are lots of great at home Valentine’s Day ideas that you can easily do! Look at this as an opportunity to shower those nearest to you with love and affection all day.

If you’re looking for a quick guide for family Valentine’s Day ideas, here’s my suggestion — Get cozy, soft pjs, make food that you all love, read books, and enjoy a fun Spotify playlist like Valentines Day Love. And if you’re looking for a quick gift, get a Bouqs or Urban Stems subscription (the gift that keeps on giving) or a digital download print that reminds you of one of the greatest love stories ever, David and Patrick from Schitt’s Creek.

What can I do for my family on Valentine’s Day?

Heart Shaped Waffles + Breakfast board

I think the better question is what can’t you do! Of course there is the Insta-worthy option of heart shaped waffles and a full on breakfast board. As a mom of three, I am personally in favor of this because it keeps the kids happily (and quietly) snacking all morning.

Make Valentine’s Day cards

Now that my oldest is writing, I can’t wait to see what he comes up with. After making Valentine’s for your family, consider making some extras for those in nursing homes or for essential workers. This activity checks a lot of boxes for me - arts and crafts, spreading kindness, discussion on what it means to be an essential worker and what their jobs are, and a discussion on how mail works. Whew! All in a day’s work.

DIY Spa Day

Pop your best towels in the dryer as you start to get your spa ready. Have the littles fill up bowls of water for mani/pedis. If your kids are old enough, grab some nail polish (great fine motor practice). Make up a spa menu using a felt board (great spelling practice). Grab those warm towels, and have the kids give you and your partner a pedicure, then flip the switch and give them one. At the very least, you can laugh at tickling toes together!

Practice Ballroom Dancing

Search for some free instructional videos on YouTube for Ballroom Dancing. Dress the whole family up, and give it a twirl! And if your home is anything like mine, it will last for a few minutes and then you will turn on the Trolls soundtrack and really party.

What can couples for for Valentine’s Day at home?

Netflix and Chill

Classic. This is also perfect since my energy is zapped by the time the kids are in bed. In my mind, get cozy with a nice charcuterie board and a box of your favorite chocolates. Share those over a great cheesy movie that you don’t mind talking over so that you are still connecting. Maybe Runaway Bride or 50 First Dates.

Try Wine Pairing

Grab a bunch of wines and snacks and use the fancy glasses and nice dishes. There will be a little research required on your end to ensure you have at least some good pairings, but the bad ones will be just as fun.

Ask Questions

Take advantage of those few hours when you can actually hear one another without screaming kids, and get vulnerable with this at home Valentine’s Day idea. Either grab a set of questions or head to this list from the New York Times of 36 Questions that Lead to Love.

Order Take out and Watch Your Wedding Video

It’s like the small business supporting Netflix and Chill staring you! We watch our wedding video every year on our anniversary and it is SO fun. You don’t realize all the things that you miss on your wedding day! This is a great new tradition to start for Valentine’s. Plus it is a relatively cheap thing to do on Valentine’s day if you’re not trying to break the bank, but still want do something meaningful.

We are so lucky that our home is filled with familial love and romantic love. I also grew up in a home that made me feel extra loved on Valentine’s Day, and that is something I want to pass on. If none of these fit your family, do what makes your people feel warm and fuzzy inside.

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At Home Valentine's Day Ideas