7 Ways to Show Yourself Love this Valentine's Day as a Single Mom

Valentine’s Day often feels like a couple’s holiday, but let’s flip the script! As single moms, it’s the perfect opportunity to practice self-love and remind ourselves just how deserving we are. It’s time to shift the focus from romantic love to the kind that matters most—self-love. If you’ve been craving a reminder of your worth and a chance to indulge in self-care, this Valentine’s Day is your sign. Here are 7 beautiful ways to show yourself love that will leave you feeling cherished, appreciated, and ready to glow from within.

1. Treat Yourself to a Solo Spa Night Create a soothing atmosphere at home with candles, essential oils, and a warm bubble bath. Add a face mask, play your favorite calming playlist, and let yourself fully relax. It’s a simple yet powerful way to pamper yourself and decompress from the stress of single mom life.

Example: "Tonight, I’m putting the kids to bed early and running a hot bath with lavender salts. A glass of wine, some music, and it’s my own personal spa time!"

2. Write Yourself a Love Letter Take a moment to reflect on everything you’ve overcome and all the ways you’re proud of yourself. Write it down in a love letter, listing your strengths, accomplishments, and dreams. Keep it somewhere safe to read when you need a boost of confidence.

Example: "Dear me, you’ve been through so much and still keep going. You’re stronger and more resilient than you realize."

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3. Buy Yourself Flowers Who says you need someone else to buy you flowers? Head to your favorite store, pick out a beautiful bouquet, and display it somewhere you’ll see it every day. It’s a simple act of self-love that can brighten your mood and space.

Example: "I’m picking out the most colorful bouquet today because I deserve to feel loved every day, not just on Valentine’s!

4. Plan a "Date" with Yourself Book a babysitter or ask a friend or family member to watch the kids for a few hours. Use this time to go out to your favorite restaurant, see a movie, or simply take yourself on a walk in nature. It’s about enjoying your own company and treating yourself like the queen you are.

Example: "Taking myself out for a coffee date today, just me, my favorite book, and a chance to enjoy some peace and quiet."

5. Indulge in a Guilty Pleasure Watch that rom-com you love, eat your favorite dessert, or binge that TV show you’ve been putting off. Give yourself permission to enjoy something purely for the fun of it, without any guilt.

Example: "Tonight’s plan: chocolate, my coziest blanket, and a marathon of my favorite cheesy rom-coms. Zero regrets!"

6. Gift Yourself Something Special Whether it’s a new book, a piece of jewelry, or even just a cozy new blanket, treat yourself to a little something that brings you joy. It doesn’t have to be expensive; it’s the act of choosing to give yourself love and appreciation that matters.

Example: "Bought myself a beautiful necklace today as a reminder that I am worthy of love, especially my own."

7. Practice Gratitude and Self-Affirmations Take a few moments this Valentine’s Day to list out things you’re grateful for and affirmations that remind you of your worth. It’s a small act that can have a huge impact on your mood and mindset, especially when practiced regularly.

Example: "I am worthy of love. I am enough, just as I am. I am doing an amazing job raising my kids."

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Conclusion: Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be about waiting for someone else to show you love. As a single mom, it’s a powerful reminder to turn that love inward and treat yourself the way you deserve. Choose one or a few of these self-love ideas this year, and see how it shifts your perspective. You are worthy of all the love you give to everyone else—make sure you’re giving some to yourself too. 

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