The Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Kids and Parents

First up on our list is this adorable touch-and-feel board book that you and your little one can read together on Valentine’s Day. Engage baby’s senses and remind them of how much you love them with this sweet gift. Its pages are full of baby animals, textured patches and even a mirror to encourage exploration and learning.

Our next pick is this memorable keepsake board that you can display in your baby’s nursery. The board features a heartwarming message of love with some cool 3D effects that will catch the eye. The main draw for this present, however, is the fact that you can have your little one’s footprint engraved onto the wood. Just like your love for baby, this piece will only get sweeter as the years go by!

We fell in love with this bright and joyful zippy from Little Sleepies. Covered in candy hearts of various colors that were inspired by the iconic Valentine’s Day confection, this cozy number is covered in fun phrases like “cutie,” “hugs” and “be kind”. Available in newborn and toddler sizes, it is made from the softest bamboo viscose fabric that will stretch nicely as your kiddo grows. Plus, just imagine how sweet your little love will look in these hearts when bedtime rolls around!

Made from 100% hand-knit acrylic yarn, this adorable pink sweater is snuggly soft and even has embroidered details like the words “love” and a few little embroidered hearts, for some added flair. Its size range goes from 0-6 months all the way up to 12 years. Pair this gift with plenty of hugs and kisses for your tiny tot and it is sure to be a memorable and sweet February 14th.

Your little one might be too young to appreciate a hand-written card for Valentine’s Day, but they’ll love getting to spend time with you as they put together this roar-some personalized puzzle. Their name can be printed alongside an adorable cartoon dinosaur with a sweet message, which they can uncover as the image comes together. The large, rounded puzzle pieces are a great size and, with 30 pieces, it will give your toddler a fun and rewarding challenge.

Maybe your favorite moments with your little one happen during mealtime. Maybe they don’t, and you’re searching for something to make feeding your toddler a little easier. Either way, this creative plate and utensils set is what you’ve been searching for. They’ll have a blast playing with their food with your permission; meanwhile, you and your partner will get to enjoy your dinner in peace. Everybody wins!

Want to remind your sweetheart of how much they mean to you? Look no further than this set from Slumberkins. It includes two hardcover books that have been thoughtfully designed to teach children the importance of family, community and connection. Plus, the set comes with a cuddly otter companion to help drive home the ideas and themes within the books. You, your little one and Otter can spend some quality time together and reinforce your own bond with this heartfelt gift.

You can never have enough books, in our opinion! And this one will remind your child of how loved they are! Perfect for children up to three years old, you can customize the story with your child’s name, photos and a message on the dedication page. They’ll love seeing their picture and the fun-filled illustrations will definitely keep them entertained.

Geared towards children three and up, this dough parlor will invite hours of imagination and play into your home. Inside the playbox, your child will find six different Valentine’s Day-inspired scoops of dough in various colors, four shape cutters and three stamps. This enjoyable and entertaining activity encourages creativity and helps children release some excess energy with all the pounding and shaping of the dough. We can’t think of a better gift.

Here’s something you and your kiddo can do together that’ll add a little sweetness to Valentine’s Day. This cake pop baking kit has everything you need to make yummy cake pop desserts for the whole family, and it all comes in convenient, pre-measured bags to manage any potential mess. Just make sure to add plenty of the extra ingredient: love! Once they are done and decorated, you and your child will not only have delicious cake pops to eat, but you’ll also have a once-in-a-lifetime memory of making them.

Perfume is a classic Valentine’s gift for moms. Treat your partner to this sweet and sensual scent—it’s the day of romance, after all! This fragrance has spicy bergamot notes, fresh citrus aromas and comforting woodsy undertones. Of all our five senses, our sense of smell is most closely linked to memories, making this a perfect gift to remind Mom of how much you love them.

If you want to go with a sentimental gift for Valentine’s Day, then look no further than this genius book. Inside, you’ll find different fill-in-the-blank prompts that are all geared toward expressing what you love about the matriarch in your family. Work with the whole family to fill out the prompts about why she’s so special, and make sure to gift her some tissues along with the book!

You can’t go wrong with jewelry for Valentine’s Day (or any day, really), and an infinity ring will show your partner just how much you care for them. Infinity or eternity rings are a popular choice for special occasions; their repeating designs symbolize never-ending love. This infinity ring goes above and beyond as the band is made up of lots of little hearts that will wrap beautifully around your partner’s finger. Stylish, simple and perfect for stacking!

Next up is another tried-and-true option for Cupid’s Day! Reignite the passion with a bouquet of fresh flowers for your partner and cultivate your relationship to help it bloom. Take your pick from plenty of different bouquets from UrbanStems, which incorporate anything from roses, snapdragons, mini carnations and more in fun, eye-catching arrangements. The mom in your life is sure to smile every time they spot these flowers on the mantlepiece.

If fresh flowers aren’t your thing, don’t worry—a green thumb isn’t required for our next pick. Go for a Forever Rose, and your partner will never have to feel sad about throwing out dying flowers! A Forever Rose is a real rose that has been preserved and plated in 24-karat gold, so you can enjoy it year after year, signifying that your love will last a lifetime. You can even inscribe a special message on the rose’s stem. It sits in a clear vase and can be displayed proudly in your home.

With this next Valentine’s gift, the mom in your life will get a sweet reminder of how much you love her every time you sit down for your morning coffee together. Faces have been crafted into the body of these mugs, which, when placed together, make it look like they are kissing. Fill ‘em up with your partner’s favorite hot drink and deliver her pick-me-up with love—and maybe a real kiss, too!

Chocolates for Valentine’s Day? Yes, please! This classic and charming heart-shaped gift box is filled to the brim with delectable milk and dark chocolate treats, including pralines, ganaches and chocolate-covered almonds. If the mother in your life has a sweet tooth, this box will certainly impress and you both can spend the day snacking and discussing your favorites.

Encourage some self-care, rest and relaxation with our next pick. This floaty and feminine nightgown from Lake Pajamas has a comfortable fit, adjustable spaghetti straps and is made from 100% cotton poplin for a breathable sleep experience. It even has pockets! The gorgeous red rose pattern makes it a perfect choice to celebrate the day of love.

Mom can keep the people she loves close to her heart with this beautiful Valentine’s Day gift. This vintage-inspired heart-shaped locket features a delicate scroll embellishment on its face that will never go out of style. However, the real treasure lies inside the heart, where you can place two pictures of the most important people (or, even furry friends) in your partner’s life. There’s no need to worry about cutting out pictures and getting them inside—Lovelox will take care of all of that for you.

Gift Mom the opportunity to relax on a daily basis with a Headspace subscription. The app is full of guided meditations for an array of situations and emotions—plus, it has focus music, workouts, bedtime stories and other content that’s been thoughtfully designed to promote more balanced lifestyles. Better yet, the simple online signup is ideal if you’re shopping for last-minute Valentine’s Day gifts.

Remind the dad in your life of how special they are to your family with this cute Valentine’s Day gift. Simply pick your favorite photos, a print size and a frame, and Shutterfly will create a custom collage just for you. Dad will love being able to display this print at home, in the office, or anywhere else he might fancy.

It can be hard to shop for Dad sometimes, but a pair of socks will always be our go-to no matter the occasion. This pair is covered in hearts, adding a Valentine’s Day flair that makes them an ideal choice for your sole-mate. Not only are they cute and colorful, but they are also made from breathable and soft cotton to keep your partner’s feet comfortable.

We love the practicality of this next Valentine’s Day gift for dads. This storage tray is not only fashionable and sleek, but it also gives Pops a place to safely stow all his essentials. That’s especially important when you have new-parent brain (or a handsy toddler who will steal your keys off the table). His wallet, glasses and even jewelry will find their home here, and the tray also includes a charging port for a cellphone.

Raise a glass to the patriarch in the family! If the dad in your life is into his beers, ales and stouts, then he’ll love this personalized beer mug. You can also add your partner’s name and a short message of love, along with a punny inscription of your choosing. The options include “beer my Valentine,” “love is ale you need” and “wheat belong together,” all of which are sure to make Dad chuckle.

Give the gift of memories to your partner this February 14th. Dad will feel like a kid again while clicking through this grown-up version of a reel viewer. You can customize the images to showcase up to seven of your best moments on one reel, including anything from your baby’s first birthday to family trips to wedding pictures. We think this will be the perfect present for the sentimental parent who loves a bit of nostalgia!

If your partner doesn’t love dressing up for Valentine’s Day, but you are still looking for a super sweet gift that they’ll get some use out of, these boxers will work. This particular pair from JollyBoxers is covered in a classic love heart print in a festive red and white color palette. To top it off, the boxer briefs are made from 100% cotton and have an elastic waistband and button fly front.

Spice up your Valentine’s Day with this hot sauce variety pack! This pack is a perfect choice for dads who love flavor; it includes three different sauces with varying tastes and levels of heat. From chicken wings to burgers, Dad can add some of these tasty hot sauces to anything he eats to give it an extra kick. If he loves them, you can even sign up for a monthly subscription program where you’ll get a hot sauce delivery every 14, 30, 60 or 90 days.

If you’d like to splurge on Dad’s Valentine’s gift, consider the luxe headphones all his friends and coworkers are raving about. He can wear them on his commute, when he works out or even for some at-home R&R. This second-generation model comes with improved sound quality and removes up to twice the background noise.

Another quintessential “dad” gift? Slippers! There is nothing like slipping into a warm and comfy pair at the end of a long day, and the father figure in your life deserves the best. Inspired by the Hawaiian way of life, the Hāmani Hulu Mules from OluKai seamlessly blend comfort and sophistication. They are made from Italian wool and are lined with an oh-so-soft sheepskin shearling to keep Dad’s toes snug as a bug.

Last on our list of Valentine’s Day gifts for dads is this sentimental pick that might inspire a tear or two. You can customize this beautifully illustrated book to reflect your own family, adding in your kids’ names and even your partner’s preferred name, be it “daddy,” “papa” or “dada.” And, when storytime rolls around, your little one will love seeing themselves as a main character in a fun-filled adventure that shows Dad how appreciated he is.