7 ways moms can treat ourselves on Valentine’s Day
When was the last time you got something just for you? Here are seven ideas to get you started.
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Valentine’s Day has a reputation for being oh-so-romantic, but love is so much bigger than that. And as a mom, whether you’re single, married, or somewhere in between, you deserve to take a day to really nurture yourself.
Not sure where to start? Here are seven Valentine’s Day gifts to give yourself this month.
1. Book a momcation (or girls trip)
When was the last time you really went somewhere for a few days? Probably pre-baby days. Explore online to find a destination that makes the most sense for you. Maybe it’s a staycation at a local hotel on your own. Perhaps it’s a girls getaway to somewhere warm. There are so many options and you’re sure to come back refreshed, relaxed and feeling more like yourself than ever.
Explore on Tripadvisor
Book a Hotel
2. Buy yourself your favorite flowers
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You don’t need a partner to have fresh flowers in your home. Many are running sales for Valentine’s Day and they’ll deliver beautiful bouquets right to your door.
Shop at ProFlowers
Shop at Farmgirl Flowers
Shop at Urban Stems
Shop at The Bouqs
3. Treat yourself to that product you’ve been eyeing
Have you had your eye on that skincare product that’s just a little bit of a splurge? Or, bookmarked that pair of boots? Show yourself a little love and invest in yourself. Some of our favorite ideas:
- slip silk pillowcase for anti-aging benefits
- Charlotte Stone clogs for work + play
- NuFace MINI+ for stunning skin
- Dyson Airwrap for salon-fresh hair at home
- Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Peel Pads for baby soft skin
- D.S. & Durga Rose Atlantic perfume for date night
- All Saints East/West tote for holding all of the things
- Literally anything at Social Goods and treat yourself while supporting causes you care about
4. Pick a subscription to receive each month
Subscriptions are like a little surprise each month and ideal if you’re not sure exactly what you want, but know what types of items you enjoy.
- Cratejoy has hundreds of subscriptions. We love the under $20 ones.
- Stitch Fix has a stylist send you unique items. Simply send back ones you don’t like and pay for what you keep.
- If you want to expand your wardrobe but not your closet, Rent the Runway offers everything from cocktail dresses to winter coats to wear and return.
- Want to try out new products from the coolest brands without spending top dollar? Say hello to FabFitFun.
- Beauty gurus will obsess over Birchbox.
5. Try out a new hobby
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If you’re feeling like you never have time to yourself, or find that unwinding to reality TV isn’t helping your overwhelm, try picking up a hobby.
- Embrace your inner Molly Baz and try some recipes from her More is More cookbook.
- Miss writing? The guided wellness journals from Papier help nurture self-development but don’t leave you staring at a blank page wondering where to start.
- We Are Knitters has easy-to-use knitting sets, even for someone who’s never picked up knitting needles.
- Love looking at hand lettering designs? Try for yourself with the introduction series.
6. Unplug and fill your cup
Sometimes the best way you can nurture yourself is to take a day, or a few hours, to unplug. If you can, ask for a personal day at work, have grandparents or friends take the kids for a day, schedule a coffee date with your biggest confidant, or use your lunch break or nap time to sit and do absolutely nothing. The key is to do something that fills your cup that doesn’t involve mindlessly scrolling Instagram or binging on that new Netflix show.
7. Spruce up your home
With so much on your plate, you’ve likely put off buying new sheets or replacing that dining chair because it’s not a priority. If you don’t want to do something self-care related, consider what bothers you in your home and fix it. Want new sheets? We love Brooklinen. Need a kitschy new kitchen item or pop of color in your bathroom? Ban.do has tons of fun things you never knew you needed. Not sure what you’re looking for? Browse through Nordstrom Rack to score a gem.
A version of this article was originally published on February 13th, 2019. It has been updated.
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