While I try to show my family members how much I love and appreciate them on a daily basis, February is a great month to reflect on the concept as a whole. Love, in general, can be a challenging emotion. Sometimes you love someone, but just don’t like them that day. Other times, it’s hard to express your love and appreciation in a way that doesn’t seem like it’s lifted straight from The Hallmark Channel. It can be even tougher to show your kids love. Depending on their age, they might not be sure what love truly is.
If all goes directly to plan, I’m going to be in the “One and Done” club. My daughter is about to turn three, and we have a pretty good family dynamic going. The real problem? I spoil her sometimes. She doesn’t even ask for new clothes, but my monthly Old Navy bag of 4T’s may make you think differently. (Why are kids clothes so cute? I can’t help myself.)
That said, it’s always a work in progress to let her know she’s loved without putting something in the cart. If I show her that love can be won through material items, I might have failed as a parent. For example, I don’t know my husband loves me because he buys me flowers for Valentine’s Day. Instead, I love the fact that he knows it’s a gesture that makes me happy. It can be a giant bouquet or a carnation he bought at a gas station. To me, the thought is all that matters.
If you’re looking for ways to show your kids love without taking them down the toy aisle at Target, here are some great suggestions.
Source : https://www.littlethings.com/ways-to-show-your-kids-love/