February 14, 2022
So you’re newly engaged and about to celebrate your first Valentine’s Day as almost newlyweds! What should you do to celebrate this special milestone?
Wedding planning is stressful and can strain any relationship, so it’s crucial to enjoy this Valentine’s Day to the fullest, away from wedding invites, vendor communication, or fielding questions from the bridesmaids. We’ll give you a few relaxing, memorable activities for you and your significant other to do!
It’s essential to take some time for yourself and your significant other in order to stay sane during this stressful time. Instead of gifts or decorations, try something simple this Valentine’s Day to show you love each other even more: quality time!
Spend part of the day together and focus on being present. You can do anything from going out for breakfast, shopping around town with no particular destination in mind, seeing a movie, making evening plans, or taking a walk. As long as it doesn’t involve any wedding-related stressors like emails or phone calls with vendors, then it is guaranteed to be an enjoyable experience.
In 2017, it was estimated that about 25% of the United States dines out on Valentine’s Day! This means long wait times, making early reservations, crowded restaurants, and stressful parking. Many couples believe that going out for a romantic dinner is the only way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. However, this can often lead to stress and disappointment.
A better option may be to stay in and cook a meal together. This gives you both the opportunity to relax and spend time together without worrying about getting a table at a crowded restaurant or fighting traffic. Plus, you can make it even more romantic than going out:
Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity for newly engaged couples to reflect on their relationship and favorite memories together. Talking about memories can help strengthen your bond and give you an idea of what type of future you want to create together. Plus, reminiscing about good times is a great way to celebrate your love!
Here are some conversation starters that will help you reminisce together:
While it might sound like a one-person activity, self-care can be a great couple’s Valentine’s Day celebration. Prioritize relaxing together and forgetting wedding stress by getting a massage, meditating, spending time in nature, soaking your feet in Epsom salt, or taking a bubble bath.
Remember that you can still celebrate your relationship while winding down and avoiding the hustle and bustle of the holiday.
No matter what you choose to do this Valentine’s Day, make sure that it’s something that will relax and rejuvenate you both. This may be your first Valentine’s Day as a newly engaged couple, but it definitely won’t be your last together! Take some time to enjoy each other’s company and celebrate your story.
And after you’ve rested and taken a break from planning, you can continue organizing with the help of our simple, stress-free checklist for newly engaged couples! Happy Valentine’s Day!