10 Ways To Make Your Husband Feel Loved And Appreciated By You

Men want to feel special too.

A cheerful couple is outdoors. The man, wearing a hat and a blue checkered shirt, smiles broadly while the woman in a pink top leans against him, laughing. They are surrounded by lush green trees.

Beyond simply saying ‘I love you,’ there are loads of great ways to express your love for your husband.

Don’t worry, they’re not all grand gestures or wildly expensive activities. Sometimes, the best way to show someone we care about them is just to be there for the small things and big things alike.

These are our top 10 ways you can show your husband you love him without saying those three little words.

1. Surprise him.

A man and a woman are sitting at a table in a cafe, having a conversation. The woman is wearing a purple sweater, and the man is wearing an orange sweater. There are glasses of water and a small vase with red flowers on the table.

Nothing says ‘I love you’ like a surprise (unless, of course, you know your man HATES surprises).

Plan something random and wacky to excite your husband and keep things fresh. It could be something silly, something free, or something more extravagant.

Whatever it is, it’ll show him that you care about him and want to do something to make him feel good. What’s a better way to say ‘I love you’ than that?

2. Cook him dinner.

A couple happily cooking together in a kitchen. The woman is chopping vegetables on a cutting board, and the man is standing close behind her. Two glasses of red wine are on the counter near fresh produce. Sunlight filters through a nearby window.

Coming home to a delicious cooked meal, or sitting in the kitchen while your partner cooks dinner, is always lovely.

It’s partly because it makes mealtimes less of a chore and makes an everyday task feel more exciting.

And it’s partly because it just shows you care and want to look after your husband. Either way, it’s a good way to show them you love them.

3. Buy him something special.

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We’re not suggesting a huge present or five-star holiday, but a small gift can go a long way to showing him you love him. Silly presents are always fun too.

Go for something you know he’ll love – maybe he’s talked about it in the past or always gets excited when a certain advert comes on.

Have a look at companies he follows on Instagram and do a bit of research to surprise him with something he might not think you know about.

4. Plan a date night.

A man and woman sit at a restaurant table, holding hands and smiling at each other. The table is set with two plates and glasses of water. The man wears a denim shirt, and the woman has blonde hair and wears a light-colored top. They appear to be enjoying a moment together.

This is a great idea because you both get to benefit. Either book a romantic restaurant and get dressed up, or go all-out at home.

If you’re cooking at home, dim the lights, get the candles out, and chill some wine or fizz. You can both dress up – surprise him with a message telling him to arrive in a tux or something fun.

He’ll be so happy that you’ve gone to the effort to do something so lovely for him, and it’ll give you both some good quality time to enjoy together.

5. Get cozy together.

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Sometimes, our loved ones just need to be held and snuggled up with us to be reminded how much we love them.

Physical touch and affection play a huge role in a lot of our feelings around love – giving someone your time and making an effort to get cozy with them might sound simple, but it’s effective.

Stick on a movie, get cozy under a blanket, hold hands, and don’t be scared to snuggle up and stroke his hair.

6. Bake his favorite snack.

A man and woman are in a kitchen, conversing. The man is seated at a table with a cup of coffee and pastries, looking at the woman. The woman stands, gesturing with one hand while holding a coffee pot. The kitchen features brick walls and wooden cabinets.

Who doesn’t love coming home to the smell of freshly-baked brownies? And the taste, to be fair…

Bake something special for him one day and he’ll be so happy. Baking for someone shows that you’ve gone to a lot of effort to do something lovely for them that will cheer them up.

It’s a very tasty way of saying ‘I love you.’

7. Organize a movie night.

A couple sits on a sofa, smiling and relaxed. The woman holds a remote control and a bowl of popcorn, while the man, holding a beer, leans back. The room has a cozy atmosphere with modern decor.

Set up a little den in your bedroom or living room and plan out some good movies to watch. Get some popcorn, dim the lights, and get all the duvets ready.

If you want to make it even cuter, make a little cinema entry ticket and surprise your husband with it – it’ll add a bit of mystery and surprise to it all and makes for a really sweet DIY date.

8. Care about things he cares about.

A man and a woman are standing in a bowling alley, each holding a bowling ball. The man is holding a black ball, and the woman is holding a red one. They appear to be conversing. Bowling pins and balls are visible in the foreground, and a beer bottle is on the table.

Now, we’re not saying you need to become a life-long supporter of his favorite sports team, or that you need to join in with every workout session, but you can be a great partner by showing an interest in what he’s interested in.

That means asking how his hobbies are going, offering to go with him to events sometimes, and showing that you love his passion and interests, even though they might not match up with your own.

Loving someone means being part of their lives – even the bits that you might not choose yourself. It’ll make him feel loved and valued, as well as seen.

9. Spend the day doing what he wants.

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Plan a day of doing what your husband wants. Choose a date together and let him pick out things he feels like doing.

This is a sweet activity day to look forward to, and will make him feel really special. Making a commitment to him and things he enjoys is a good way of showing him how much you care.

Putting your husband’s interests first is also a great idea when you’re looking for things to do for his birthday because he’s sure to appreciate the thought.

10. Take him breakfast in bed.

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We all love being brought breakfast in bed. Take him a cup of coffee or tea, stick on some music and then take up a tray full of tasty breakfast food.

It doesn’t need to be something you spend hours cooking; it can be something easy like fruit and pastries, or porridge, even.

It’s the thought that counts, and that fact that you want to spoil him and make him feel special.

We all need a bit of self-care at times, and you bringing him breakfast is a good way to make him feel cared for and will encourage him to look after himself more too.