Married? 31 Little Actions That Say ‘I Love You’ (& Are Easy to Do)

By Alex Richards

This time of year I feel extra pressure to show my husband how much I love him. All around us people are going on dates to fancy restaurants and taking romantic weekend getaways. Yes, we’re married and I know I should make sure he knows how much I love him (and, uh, vice versa), but to be honest, I don’t always have time for the big stuff, especially since most of it involves planning in advance and arranging a babysitter.

And it’s not just the logistics. Honestly, most of the time I feel like my energy has been totally zapped and I don’t have the brain power to come up with even simple (but creative) romantic gestures, or the energy to pull them off. But all that is about to change! After doing a little research, I’ve come up with a killer list of little ways to make your partner feel loved. Believe me, if you manage to try even a few of the suggestions on this list, you are going to have one happy husband!

Oh, and dear husband? I am totally open to you making me feel loved with any of the ideas on this list!

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Married? 31 Little Actions That Say 'I Love You'

  • Send a Snapchat

    Send a Snapchat

    Send a quick and flirty Snapchat to let your honey know you're thinking of him!

    Photo: Snapchat

  • Plan a Love Notes Scavenger Hunt

    Plan a Love Notes Scavenger Hunt

    Fill mini-envelopes with cards listing all the things you adore about your partner, and then hide them here and there around the house! Extra points for humor.

    For more ideas go to Paper & Stitch

    Photo: Paper & Stitch

  • Make Bacon Hearts

    Make Bacon Hearts

    You don't have to be an expert chef (or have a big budget) to make these adorable heart-shaped bacon strips that will definitely show your man you care.

    Get the recipe from The Paper Mama

    Photo: The Paper Mama

  • Pamper Him

    Pamper Him

    As women, we often feel better after shaving our legs or doing a facial -- and guys do, too! Get him a trendy razor kit and ravage him after he's used it.

    Buy this cool razor set at Harry's

    Photo: Harry's

  • Let Him Sleep In

    Let Him Sleep In

    At my house, there is always a kid up at 6 a.m. My husband and I often take turns doing the early shift, but inevitably we're both up by 7 due to all the noise and commotion. Try taking the kids out of the house and let your husband get a real sleep -- for extra points, come home with croissants around 10 a.m!

    Photo: Getty

  • Give Him Something Silly

    Give Him Something Silly

    This "I'm bananas for you, let's never split" needlepoint is totally silly and adorable -- a small token that you can hang somewhere to remind each other of your goofy sides.

    Buy it on Etsy

    Photo: Etsy

  • Give Him Personalized Beer

    Give Him Personalized Beer

    Let's face it, most guys like to unwind after a long day with a nice cold beer. Why not ramp up the love-factor by getting a selection of his fave beers and making personalized beer labels?! Super cute, crafty, and easy.

    Find out more at Make the Best of Everything

    Photo: Make the Best of Everything

  • Blow his Mind (& Other Things)

    Blow his Mind (& Other Things)

    Not to sound crass, but let's be honest: all most guys really want is to get their rocks off! An awesome BJ should definitely do the trick (and here's how to give one in three -- yes, three! -- minutes).

    Photo: Getty

  • Make a Collage

    Make a Collage

    Create a collage of some of the most special moments you've shared. It's sure to spark some laughs (and romance, too!).

    Make your own at Smilebox

    Photo: Smilebox

  • Plan a Stay at Home Dinner

    Plan a Stay at Home Dinner

    Having a special evening with your loved one doesn't have to mean booking a table at a fancy restaurant and finding a babysitter. Candlelight, flowers, a special home-cooked meal, and a bottle of something bubbly at home should do the trick.

    Get some inspiration and tips here at Momtastic

    Photo: Getty

  • Play the Game of Love

    Play the Game of Love

    Spice things up in the bedroom with game that you play on your sheets! Each square has dares and fun activities to get you and your partner feelin' frisky.

    Make it your self or buy a pre-made kit from East Coast Creative

    Photo: East Coast Creative

  • Take a Shower Together

    Take a Shower Together

    Surprise your husband by jumping into the shower with him! It'll be a fun, steamy way to start the day.

    Photo: Getty

  • Watch a Sexy Foreign Film

    Watch a Sexy Foreign Film

    Cuddling up on the couch with a foreign flick (like Kama Sutra) is a great way to spend time together, and who knows where it might lead. We've got an awesome roundup of foreign films with sizzling sex scenes right here.

    Photo: Amazon/Kama Sutra

  • Lead Him on an Adventure

    Lead Him on an Adventure

    Okay, so chances are you can't whisk him away to Hong Kong, but take his hand and let him know you still want to experience new places and things with him...even if it's just a few blocks from your place.

    Photo: Instagram/Murad Osmann

  • Make a Love Box

    Make a Love Box

    We all get stressed out, tired, and too busy for sex, but that doesn't make it okay! DIY-ing one of these nifty little boxes filled with lube, sex toys, and other fun is sure to make your partner feel loved!

    Get the DIY tutorial from Thrift Diving

    Photo: Thrift Diving

  • DIY Some Love Coupons

    DIY Some Love Coupons

    This printable love coupon book is a super adorable idea for your sweetheart. Let him cash in on a backrub, breakfast in bed, or even a day without chores!

    Get the printables at I Heart Naptime

    Photo: I Heart Naptime

  • Create a Mix Tape

    Create a Mix Tape

    Okay, obviously you won't be making a tape but maybe a CD or even a Spotify playlist of songs that you and your honey both love (or songs that remind you of him) will be something you can both cherish.

    Photo: Getty

  • Watch a Sweet Movie

    Watch a Sweet Movie

    Not all guys want to be subjected to The Notebook on date night, but that doesn't mean there aren't plenty of quirky, indie rom-coms out there to snuggle up to. Try Wes Anderson's "Moonrise Kingdom", for instance (or any of these amazing movies). The film's sweet innocence will surely bring you and your sweetie closer together.

    Photo: Amazon/Moonrise Kingdom

  • Find Time for PDA

    Find Time for PDA

    Make out! Anytime, anyplace. Hold your partner's hand; kiss his cheek, his neck, his ear. Public displays of affection show your guy that you love him, and you want everyone to know it!

    Photo: Getty

  • Read to Him

    Read to Him

    Go the intellectual route and treat your partner to some classic literature like Doctor Zhivago, one of the greatest love stories of all time.

    Photo: Amazon/Doctor Zhivago

  • Make a 'Reasons I Love You' Poster

    Make a 'Reasons I Love You' Poster

    These printable "I Love You Because..." posters are super cute, and they give you a chance to hand-write all the myriad reasons you have for loving your partner, from "you take out the trash," to "you know my g-spot."

    Get the printables at The Dating Divas

    Photo: The Dating Divas

  • Serenade Him

    Serenade Him

    Channel your inner Beyonce and break out into "Crazy in Love" when he's least expecting it, or bring things down a notch with "I Will Always Love You" or "Maybe I'm Amazed." He'll be swept off his feet.

    Photo: Getty

  • Whip Up Some Truffles

    Whip Up Some Truffles

    A sinfully decadent homemade treat is sure to make your partner feel loved. Adding a fancy twist (like lavender) will add an extra edge this delectable confection.

    Get the recipe for Honey Lavender Truffles at Momtastic

    Photo: Momtastic

  • Let Him Have Some Guy Time

    Let Him Have Some Guy Time

    There are a lot of sexy ways to make your partner feel loved, but just giving him some time to himself (or time with the guys) could be a much needed gift. Let him play video games, go golfing, or just read the paper from cover to cover, without worrying that he's shirking his responsibilities.

    Photo: Getty

  • Dance Together

    Dance Together

    Whether you're in your pajamas, on your way to work, or in the middle of making dinner, squeeze him tight and let him know you love him (and his killer dance moves).

    Photo: Getty

  • Write a Mirror Love Note

    Write a Mirror Love Note

    Grab your brightest lipstick and write a special note to your partner on the bathroom mirror. Add a kiss to really make it pop!

    Photo: Flickr/Daniel Webb

  • Make an A to Z Mini Love Book

    Make an A to Z Mini Love Book

    Grab your thesaurus and get creative. Your partner will definitely feel the love with this adorable handmade booklet filled with 26 alphabetically listed things you love about him.

    Get some great tips at The Thinking Closet

    Photo: The Thinking Closet

  • Call Him Out of the Blue

    Call Him Out of the Blue

    It sounds so easy, right?! Just call him -- totally out of the blue -- simply to say "I love you."

    Photo: Getty

  • Make Eye Contact

    Make Eye Contact

    In this busy world, it's amazing how often we forget to just stop and look at one another. Take a moment to pause and look your partner in the eye. It could lead to a hug, a kiss, a conversation, and it'll reset your inner stress-meter.

    Photo: Getty

  • Send a Thoughtful E-Mail

    Send a Thoughtful E-Mail

    Include a funny YouTube video, or an article that made you think of him, and add a quick note that says how much you miss him.

    Photo: Getty

  • Make a T-Shirt Pillow

    Make a T-Shirt Pillow

    I love the idea of turning a shirt into a pillow! You could find a favorite shirt he no longer wears, or look for something kitchy at a thrift store, and make your partner feel loved with something crafty and cuddly.

    Get the DIY tutorial at Ruffles & Stuff

    Photo: Ruffles & Stuff

Alex Richards
Alex Richards

Alex Richards is a Brooklyn-based young adult writer with a background in photography and television production. She loves making no-budget horror flicks with her friends, cooking, crafting, exploring, and being silly with her two kids, awesome husband, and lazy cats. In addition to her young adult novel, Back Talk, Alex writes for New York Family Magazine, and works with ASAP, a South African organization supporting rural communities of women caring for vulnerable children.

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