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13th Feb 2017

The exhausted parent’s guide to really last-minute Valentine’s sentiments

Sive O'Brien

In case you hadn’t noticed, it’s Valentine’s tomorrow. Nothing organised yet? No sweat.

We’ve got the lowdown on the cutest last-minute treats for busy parents who haven’t found the time to even think about Valentine’s (remember how important this date used to mean before little ones?).

These thoughtful gifts are worth so much more than a card, guys, promise.

1. How adorable are these little bacon hearts. And too easy to make.

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Via Wendyseewendydo

2. Got nothing planned this weekend, no sweat, make a date for another weekend, book a babysitter and invite him on the bathroom mirror (assuming little hands can’t get at it).

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Via amelia.se

3. Coffee with a bit of love? Simples.

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Via Denisemeneghelloblog 

4. Have a dinner picnic in your living room when the kids have eventually nodded off. Light a few candles, put a rug on the floor and have some one-handed food while you chug a bottle of vino.

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Via armywifetosuburbanlife.com

5. Do a memory jar – get the kids involved in decorating a jar and write out the best memories of your relationship – guaranteed a gooey hour of nostalgia and remembering how much fun you used to have when you used to have time for each other!

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6. Write the things that inspire you about your partner and tell him what an amazing dad he is.

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Via lifeliveshere

7. If you have zero time and even less energy, this is the simplest, most effective way to express your love – it’s the thought that counts, right?

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Via cakewhizz.com

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