Valentine's Day gifts and messages for an ex
Friendly gifts and kind messages for an ex, a co-parent or someone you still care about.
Gift ideas. Picked for who they suit best.
Valentine's Day 2027
10 gift ideas.
Box of chocolates
Friendly, simple and easy to share. Nobody reads too much into chocolate.
Shop on AmazonFramed photo of the kids
A sweet gift for a co-parent. Let the kids pick the photo.
Shop on AmazonKids' card making kit
Help the kids make a card for their other parent. It means a lot.
Shop on AmazonSmall houseplant
A low key gift that says you wish them well.
Shop on AmazonCoffee sampler
A safe pick for the ex who still runs on coffee.
Shop on AmazonPlaid scented candle
Pottery Barn Stewart Plaid Homescent
A cozy, neutral gift for a friendly ex.
Shop on Pottery BarnA good book
Pick one you know they would like. Write a short note inside.
Shop on AmazonCozy socks
Warm, cheap and impossible to take the wrong way.
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Charging station
Anker Magstand
Practical, useful and no hidden meaning.
Shop on AmazonCookie gift box
Good for a co-parent, from you and the kids together.
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Card messages. Copy one and make it yours.
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Happy Valentine's Day. I'm really glad we can still be friends.
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Thank you for being such a great parent to our kids.
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From one co-parent to another, we make a pretty good team.
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We weren't meant to be, but I'm glad I knew you.
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Thank you for the good times. I hope this year is kind to you.
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Wishing you love, peace and someone who makes you happy.
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No feelings attached. Just chocolate. Enjoy.
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Happy Valentine's Day. Please don't read into this card.
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Happy Valentine's Day. I hope you're doing well and that life is treating you kindly.
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Questions. Quick answers.
Should you get your ex a Valentine's gift?
Only if you are on good terms and it won't send the wrong signal. If you share kids, a gift from the kids is often the easiest choice.
What do you write in a Valentine's card for an ex?
Keep it short, kind and clear. Thank them for something real, like being a good parent or a good friend, and wish them well.
What is a good Valentine's gift for an ex wife or ex husband?
If you co-parent, a framed photo of the kids or a card the kids made. Otherwise, chocolates, a plant or a coffee sampler keep things friendly.