Valentine’s Day is well-known to be a commercialized holiday, but there is also so much good at the heart of the day. For many families, the most meaningful moments come from slowing down and creating small rituals that help kids feel seen, safe, and loved.
That’s where tea time comes to play! Here are a few easy, kid-friendly ways to bring more love and connection into your Valentine’s season:
Create a “Love Notes & Tea” Moment
Set aside 10-15 minutes to share tea together and exchange small love notes.
They can be:
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drawings
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kind words
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“my favorite thing about you is…” messages
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silly compliments (kids love these)
You don’t need anything elaborate - just paper, crayons, and a cozy space. Gorgeous doilies add a special flair, but simple copy or construction paper works just fine.
The deeper work: Kids build emotional security through consistent, low-pressure connection. Rituals like this create predictable spaces for closeness and conversation.
Host a Mini Family Tea Party
This doesn’t need to be formal. Think:
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a special blanket on the floor
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stuffed animals as guests
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heart-shaped fruit or toast
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letting kids help pour and serve
The deeper work: Giving children a sense of ownership such as choosing the music, setting the table, or picking the tea turns a simple activity into a meaningful memory.
Wind Down with a “Gratitude & Warm Tea” Bedtime Moment
Valentine’s Day can be a beautiful opportunity to introduce a calming nighttime ritual.
Try this simple routine:
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Share one thing you appreciated about each other that day
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Take a few slow breaths together
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Enjoy a warm caffeine-free tea before stories or lights out
The deeper work: Gentle evening rituals help signal safety and relaxation to a child’s nervous system and they’re often just as regulating for parents.
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