Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Your Chronically Ill Partner

1 – Essential oil diffuser

ASAKUKI 500ml Premium Essential Oil Diffuser

There’s a lot of debate about how beneficial essential oils can be for pain relief or other chronic conditions. But there is evidence to support how soothing and relaxing they can be.

You can choose to add it to a diffuser and fill your home with soothing, beautiful aromas.

This diffuser is one of the best sellers on Amazon. I also have this diffuser and can honestly say it’s amazing. It’s the perfect size for any room.

It has four different time settings, multiple mist modes and an automatic safety mode, which turns off the diffuser when it runs out of water and prevents overheating.

It is also incredibly easy to clean. What more could you want from a gift?

2 – Aromatherapy Candle

Aromatherapy Associates Destress Candle

Who doesn’t love a nice candle? Candles are not only a great way to set the mood, but just like diffusing essential oils, they can help soothe and relax you.

If your partner is a candle lover, aromatherapy candles such as this one from Aromatherapy Associates is a brilliant choice.

It’s a natural, hand poured candle with a soothing blend of Frankincense, calming Wild Camomile & focusing Petitgrain to promote calm and focus.

If you’re in the UK, you can also get the candle here

3 – Fluffy Blanket

Rose Home Throw Blanket

Comfort is key when you live with chronic pain/illness. So, they will appreciate any valentine’s day gift idea that promotes snuggles.

There are so many options out there to choose from, whether it’s personalised, luxuriously soft, a bright colour or a cool pattern.

4 – Massage gun

Renpho Powerful Portable Massage Gun

Chronic illness often causes a lot of pain, stiffness, and inflammation.

Massage can be helpful for those trying to manage their chronic pain and illness, but going to a masseuse all the time can be costly.

So, opt for something a little more affordable, such as a massage gun or device.

5 – Bracelet

Bloomingdale’s Quatrefoil Station Bracelet

If you want to splash a little cash on something extra special, you can’t go wrong with a nice bracelet.

It’s a romantic valentine’s day gift idea that your partner can keep forever.

This one from Bloomingdales is an exclusive part of their collection, meaning you won’t find it anywhere else.

Made with 14k yellow gold with a quatrefoil motif, it has a simple yet luxurious look, perfect to wear casually or for special occasions.

Cheaper Alternative

Swarovski Twist Pavé Intertwined Double Row Bangle Bracelet

If you’re on a bit of a budget this year, don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. This Swarovski bracelet is a beautiful yet affordable alternative.

6 – Water bottle

Iron Flask Store – Iron Flask Sports Water Bottle

It may not seem like one of the most romantic valentine’s day gift ideas, but it’s the thought that counts!

As living with a chronic illness often requires taking medication, which can sometimes cause dehydration, meaning drinking water is key.

This water bottle is a number 1 best seller and well-reviewed on Amazon.

Not only is it aesthetically pleasing, it also comes with three different leak proof lids and is made from high quality stainless steel.

7 – Tumbler

Yeti Rambler 20oz Tumbler (#1 best seller)

As someone living with chronic pain, I can’t explain how handy having a tumbler is.

I love hot drinks and on high pain days, the last thing I want to do is go back and forth to the kitchen to reheat my tea or boil the kettle.

If the person is like me and loves their hot drinks, or if they like ice-cold drinks or smoothies, a tumbler is a great gift.

8 – Valentine pyjamas

Boux Avenue – Heart Revere and Shorts Set

These cute valentines themed pyjamas are perfect to throw on for a cosy Valentine’s night in, snuggled up on the sofa watching movies.

If you’re in the UK, you can find the same PJ’S here.

9 – Silk Eye Mask

Blissy Silk Sleep Mask

Getting a decent night’s sleep when you have chronic pain or a chronic illness can be tough, which is why a silk eye mask is the perfect gift.

According to sleep researchers, silk eye masks can help block out light that may usually stop you from falling asleep, prevent exposure from harmful lights, boost your mood and help you relax and destress.

Handmade, crafted from silk and packed in a lovely gift box, the Blissy silk eye mask can really help aid in a better night’s sleep, which is crucial when you’re chronically ill.

If you’re in the UK, you can find the same eye mask here.

10 – Hot Chocolate Maker

Hotel Chocolat The Velvetiser – Copper Edition

You’ve probably seen this all over Instagram, but I mean, who doesn’t love hot chocolate?

The Hotel Chocolat Velvetiser allows you to make the best hot chocolate at the click of a button.

In a luxurious copper tone, the velvetiser also comes with 2 ceramic cups and complimentary real grated chocolate flakes, no powders or syrups. You can also use it with water, milk or plant based milks.

If you’re in the UK, you can get it here.

11 – Robot Vacuum

iRobot Roomba 694 Robot Vacuum

Vacuuming is the last thing someone with chronic pain/illness wants to think about, and sometimes it can be impossible for us to do.

The Roomba is amazing. You literally turn it on, and let it do the hard work for you.

12 – Journal

Intelligent Change: The Five Minute Journal

Journaling is a great way to express your thoughts and feelings, plan your days, or just doodle. It’s also a great way to take your mind off your pain or illness.

I love The Five-Minute journal, as it has two sections for the morning and night, as well as prompts and daily affirmations.

13 – Love coupons

Sweetzer & Orange Store Blank Coupons

Luxurious gifts are amazing, but one thing those of us living with chronic illness can truly benefit from is a helping hand.

This is one of my favourite valentine’s day gift ideas!

Use this coupon book to offer a helping hand, for example, with cleaning, cooking, or doing laundry. Basically, anything that would be helpful to your partner in managing their illness.

14 – Dried Flowers

Urban Stems – The Serena (Vase Included)

Dried flowers are a great choice as they last a lot longer than fresh flowers, meaning your partner can adore them for even longer.

They also don’t have to be watered, which is great for those who are chronically ill, as tending to flowers and plants everyday might not be at the top of the to do, or not to do list.

15 – Mindfulness & Meditation Exercises

Sunny Present Store – Stress Less Cards – 50 Mindfulness & Meditation Exercises

Constantly, being in pain of feeling unwell can cause a lot of stress. So, help your partner blow off some steam with these stress less cards.

Each card in the deck has different exercises you can do to help calm the mind and relieve stress and anxiety.

Some cards include mindfulness exercises, guided meditations, and instructions to perform certain actions to help find different ways to manage stress.

16 – Heat Pillow

Uncommon Goods -Calming Lavender Heat Pillow

Heat can help with pain relief, soreness, muscle tension and inflammation. So this calming lavender pillow is perfect for anyone living with chronic pain/illness.

The luxurious pillow has locally sourced barley and lavender filling its 100% cotton exterior.

Just pop it in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, and let the warmth and soothing aroma relax you.

17 – Sterilization Case

CleanTray™ UV Sterilization Case

The last thing those of us living with chronic illnesses need is to catch any colds or nasty viruses going around.

So, if you or your partner are worried about bacteria, you can use this UV light sterilization box to kill up to 99.9% of germs in just five minutes.

Pretty cool, huh?

It’s also rechargeable, portable and works on other things like your keys and Air pods.