If your partner is pregnant, she may not feel like going out and doing a traditional date on Valentine’s Day, especially if she’s further along. Not only is pregnancy physically challenging and exhausting, but your options may be more limited when expecting – no wine tours or rock climbing this year!
However, that doesn’t mean you can treat her to a special gift. If your significant other is pregnant – especially if she’s having a tough pregnancy – it’s even more important to get her a gift that will wow her. Putting effort into a gift will show her just how loved and appreciated she is.
But be careful not to get her something that’s for the baby and not for her – you want her to feel spoiled by your gift, not like you’re using Valentine’s as a reason to buy baby gear you would’ve already wanted to buy before the due date.
Below, we explore some sweet gifts you can get your pregnant partner this Valentine’s Day that she’s bound to love and enjoy.
5 Prenatal Massage
If your partner is a fan of the spa, then consider treating her something specific for pregnancy – a prenatal massage. This is a great option since not every cosmetic or spa treatment is safe or comfortable during pregnancy.
Prenatal massages are designed specifically to alleviate the aches and pains of pregnancy. The expectant person is positioned in a way that’s comfortable for their growing baby bump, so you don’t need to worry about lying flat on one’s stomach or back like in a traditional massage, which may be uncomfortable in pregnancy.
The benefits of prenatal massages include reducing aches and pain, relieving stress and anxiety, lessening edema, promoting blood circulating, and improving sleep patterns.
4 Maternity Photoshoot
If your partner loves to be in front of the camera or is looking for sweet ways to document her pregnancy, then surprise her with a maternity photoshoot, as Royal Craftwood suggests.
Find a local photographer that specializes in maternity and baby photoshoots. You don’t need to necessarily set a date beforehand, although it would be a cute date idea to plan the photoshoot on Valentine’s Day. But if you want to work around your partner’s schedule, you can pick a date for the photoshoot after you’ve surprised your partner with the gift.
3 Comfy Loungewear
During and after pregnancy, your partner is going to be sticking to comfortable clothes. So, take this as an opportunity to help build her wardrobe.
Sweatsuit sets have been all the rage recently, so look online for options in colors and fabrics you know she’ll love. Look for soft fabrics and elastic waistbands, which will provide the ultimate comfort – which will be especially important if she’s recovering from a c-section after the delivery.
2 Sentimental Jewelry
Most women love to wear jewelry, and this is a classic gift choice for Valentine’s Day. But step it up a notch by picking out something with sentimental value, like a piece that incorporates your baby’s birthstone, initial, or name. Or, you could get something that celebrates her new role as a mom, like a necklace or a bracelet that spells out ‘Mama.’
Of course, you know your partner’s jewelry preference best, like if she prefers to wear rings over earrings. You’re also the best judge of what sort of style she wants, such as if she prefers simple jewelry to bold pieces. Consult her family and friends for their opinions if you’re struggling to pick something out.
1 Babymoon
If you’re looking to do something big this Valentine’s Day, then consider planning a babymoon, which is a vacation taken by parents-to-be before the arrival of their infant.
Chic Pursuit explains this is a great opportunity to spend one-on-one time together. You may have found it harder to connect in pregnancy, and it’s likely this will continue to be difficult after the baby comes given all the new responsibilities you’ll have.
Of course, you can do something big, like going out of the state or country. But you can also keep it low-key by going somewhere local. Consider getting a nice hotel room or Airbnb in the closest city or being tourists in your own hometown.
Of course, everyone is different in regard to what sorts of gifts they like to receive. What works for one expectant mother may not for another, so be sure to put in some deep thought into what you think she’ll appreciate.
Don’t be afraid to ask her friends and family for ideas. And, listen closely to what she’s been saying lately. If she’s feeling extra stressed, then get her a present with the intention of alleviating her stress levels. Or, if she misses a hobby, get her something to help inspire her to pursue her passions.
You know your pregnant partner best, so listen to your gut about what you think she’ll appreciate. And remember, it’s the thought that counts above all else.
Sources: Chic Pursuit, American Pregnancy Association, Royal Craftwood,