Kids grow up quick! When I think about how fast it all goes by, it honestly makes me one big ball of mush and I get quite emotional. Life is busy and full of toddler meltdowns, but one thing I strive to do is intentionally make one-on-one bonding time for them.
One of the best things a mom can do is spend personal one-on-one time with her kids. There’s nothing better than seeing their sweet, happy little faces when they get to have mom all to themselves. That, alone, is priceless!
When it comes to dating your toddler, they will most likely love anything you do with them. It can be so simple, and they wouldn’t even care because they’re with the number one lady in their life, you!
This Valentine’s Day, I encourage you to go on a date with your toddler. Here are some Mother-Daughter and Mother-Son date ideas that are not only fun, but you can do them again and again because toddlers will love it! Oh, and it won’t break the bank, which is always a good thing!
Mother-Daughter Date Ideas:
- Manicure/Pedicure:
Who doesn’t love a manicure and pedicure? If you’re doing this at home, try to make sure it’s uninterrupted time. It’s also nice to go to a salon and get pampered every once in a while, too.
- Visit The Library:
The library is a great place to have some one-on-one time. Spend time browsing your toddlers favorite books and finding some new books to check out and take home. You could even go to story time or other kid activities hosted at the library.
- Joann Craft Class:
Anything with arts and crafts is always fun. Joann offers fun craft classes for kids that are both beginner level and intermediate level. There is a fee for these classes but they are so much fun and you leave with something you created.
- Tea Time Picnic:
Pack up their favorite snacks and beverages and head over to the park for a tea time picnic. Don’t forget to pack a sweet treat and even some of your daughters favorite stuffed friends!
Mother-Son Date Ideas:
- Home Depot Workshop:
Head over to your local The Home Depot store on a Saturday morning and get your hands dirty at their fun DIY workshops for kids! These workshops are so much fun and are FREE!
- Ice Cream Shop:
Who doesn’t love ice cream or frozen yogurt? This one is easy, delicious and a winner every single time.
- Nature Scavenger Hunt:
Write, or draw, out a few things to look for on your hunt. Go to your local park, nature reserve, or even your backyard and hunt! At the end of the hunt give your son a special treat for finding all the things on the scavenger map!
- Visit the local Fire Station:
Local fire stations are usually very welcoming when it comes to kids visiting. Normally, they will give you a tour of the fire station and let you sit in the fire truck, then, send you off with a sticker and a plastic firefighter hat. As always, call ahead to schedule a time and give them a heads up.
To sum it all up, spending quality time on a date with your toddler can be so much fun! These are just a few ideas to get you started on your brainstorming. You know your toddler best and sticking with what they like is always a good thing. I promise you, they will have so much fun because they are having uninterrupted bonding time with their mama!
What are some fun dates you have done with your toddler?
