It’s right around the corner, and one of my very favourite pseudo-Holidays. This day has a special place in my heart because my Ivy was almost named Valentine. Well, not really, but my oldest daughter told her entire Kindergarten class that we were naming the new baby Valentine (and her teacher believed her!) because she was born two days before Valentine’s day.  (Above: Little Giraffe Love Blanket $78)

Here are my picks …

For the home

This beautiful (and handmade) pillow cover for the couch ads a touch of whimsy to your living space. $39 Etsy.

For your partner

The sweetest card you can give your lovely spouse, reminding them they’re yours, for keeps. $5.70 Etsy

For the kids

Last year I introduced a fabric gift bag for each child on February 1st, and each morning leading up to Valentine’s Day there was a small gift inside.  Some days the gift was a love note, some days it was a sweet treat, and other days some little trinket or small toy.

For your son

The cutest handmade tee for your boy. $31 Etsy

For your daughter

Pencil case with neon hearts. $12.95 Indigo/Chapters

For the baby

 

Little Giraffe beautiful swaddlers.Two for $48.

For you if you’ve got a teething tot

The original Smart Mom Jewelry introduces the sweetest heart shaped necklaces just in time for Valentine’s Day. $19.95 Smart Mom Jewelry (HINT: We will have these and the Little Giraffe blankets above for giveaways at our upcoming Mamas Night Out in South Surrey, BC!)

For your Bestie

 

A tin for some homemade goodies perhaps chocolate? $1 Target

For the class

The cutest valentine’s DIY ideas can be found on Pinterest, of course. Here’s a great list of No Candy Valentine’s to hand out in your child’s class without adding to the sugar high.

Did I miss anyone? Do you have any Valentine’s Day traditions with your kids?

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