When a new baby arrives, most of the time, the gifts are for them.
But by giving a gift to the parents, you support them in caring for their newborn.
New parents are often inundated with rompers, socks, toys, and blankets – and they are thoughtful gifts that will be needed, loved, and used.
But what about some practical and great gifts for new parents?
Ice Roller
Not many new parents have time for a facial at a spa, and one thing that happens when you are tired beyond measure? Puffy eyes, and sometimes a puffy face.
An ice roller can reduce puffiness for parents who have a few minutes in the morning to wash their face and get the day started before the baby wakes up or has a lovely velcro baby.
While it’s not about looks, and everyone looks a bit worse for wear after birth and in the first few months, the ice is soothing and depuffing and only takes a few minutes.
Huge Water Bottle
They are serious when they say that new parents need to be hydrated. After birth, women tend to sweat a lot as they lose water weight, and this can leave you dehydrated – because you’re so tired and busy, you might forget.
So, a great gift is a large water bottle with a reminder to drink.
Some have a visual reminder, and others make a noise. And bonus points for giving one with a straw – making it even easier for new parents to stay hydrated and almost hands-free.
Fruit Box
Not everyone has an easy birth or an easy entry into parenthood. The first weeks can be really tough, and one thing that often goes out the window is proper eating.
Cooking can feel time-consuming, or they might have a baby that doesn’t want to be put down.
Instead of meal boxes with everything ready to be cooked, a fruit delivery offers fast snacking options and the nutrition that new parents need to keep their energy up.
Here are a couple of fruit delivery options:
- Fresh Harvest
- Miami Fruit
- The Fruit Guys
- Frog Hollow
Bag
Many new parents are tempted to use a tote – and while they can be great, sometimes, when the baby is crying, and they are trying to find a soother or a bottle, it can be messy and tough. So, give the gift of organization with personalized diaper bags.
The best thing about a personalized diaper bag is that it stays useful for years and is less likely to get confused with anyone else’s bag as soft play. Not to mention, they look cooler.
Opt for one in the style that would work for the parents, so if you only ever see them with a backpack – choose that.
Along with the bag, you can get some diaper bag organizers or zipper bags (great for poo explosions).
Sound Machine
One of the reasons babies often get restless in a room alone is that they aren’t used to silence.
Their time in the womb means they were exposed to sounds all the time, and that means the total silence is a new experience – that they might not enjoy.
A sound machine that has an app to control it will play lullabies, nature noises, and white noise. Not only that, but there are options on the market, like the Hatch Rest+ Baby Sound Machine, which doubles as a monitor, too.
Coffee Delivery
Anything that makes life easier is something that should make the list. A coffee delivery means tired new parents will get a bag of coffee delivered every month.
You can select a subscription length that suits your budget – and their taste. It is a good idea to check that they have decaf options for breastfeeding parents and tea options, just in case.
Here are some of the most popular coffee subscriptions:
- Trade Coffee
- Grit Coffee
- Partners
- Cometeer Coffee Pods (no machine required)
- Tostado Coffee
Takeaway Voucher
Do you know what is better than cooking sometimes?
Not cooking. Not cooking, but having your favorite hot food delivered to your door any time of day or night. A voucher for a takeaway service will come in very handy when new parents want food fast without a fuss.
DoorDash, JustEat, and GrubHub all have voucher options!
Are you looking for some inspiration for baby gifts, too? Check this: Must Have Gifts for New or Expecting Parents – Kelly’s Thoughts On Things.