45 Of The Best And Most Thoughtful Gifts This Holidays For New Parents
Aside from purchasing gift cards to their favorite takeout places, hiring a house cleaning service, or granting them the ability to "nap when the baby naps", new parents can be kind of hard to buy for. You want a gift that shows you put some thought into it, which is difficult if you don't know where to start. Never fear, as your trusty guide to things they'll actually want and use, I've compiled a list of 45 of the best and most thoughtful gifts for new parents this holiday season! From satin pillowcases to customizable baby holiday ornaments to the strongest coffee on Earth, we cover all the bases for this exciting but trying time when cuteness is on overload but sleep and high-level functioning are in short supply. What exactly are my creds, you might ask? I've been through the new baby experience twice and gained a lot of perspective into what new parents actually want. So, pop your binkie in the pacifier holder and grab your aromatherapy relaxation candle - we're ready to dive into the gifts!
Thanks for reading about our favorite finds from across the internet! FYI: We participate in affiliate programs and may get a share of the revenue from your purchase.This Tummy Time Playmat Will Keep Baby Occupied While Mom Takes Five
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It's no secret that babies hate tummy time, but it's something they need to do daily for a while to develop muscles and build motor skills. Buy the new parents a few seconds of down time with this interactive tummy time playmat that'll keep baby busy. It's filled with water and has colorful ocean life to check out, so when baby's not lying facedown in protest they'll be super absorbed in wonder.
See it on AmazonThis Mom Tote Bag is Hilariously Accurate
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Sure, she's already got a diaper bag full of baby's things, but guess what - there's always more. From storing extra outfits (for both of them) to save the day from diaper blowouts to extra blankets, she'll appreciate this cute mom tote bag to give her a helping hand. Convenienty, it has a zippered small pocket inside to hold extra pacifiers or other small items, and the top of the tote is also zippered so it won't spill the contents everywhere.
See it on AmazonThis New Mom Gift Set is Well-Deserved
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This new mom gift box, designed for women, by women, has six lovely prezzies and a sweet card she'll love. She'll get two relaxing bath bombs with a delicious cherry blossom strawberry scent, an incredibly soft muslin swaddle blanket, a handy BPA-free silicone pacifier clip to keep baby happy, super cozy fuzzy socks, and a 'One Line a Day' four year journal to document those hazy early years for fond memories later.
See it on AmazonThis Daddy's Diaper Duty Device Keeps Him Ready for Dirty Jobs
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Dads might forgiveably be a little squeamish when it comes to diaper changes, some of the intense ones can almost give you PTSD. Keep him at the ready with this Daddy's Diaper Duty Device, which keeps all the supplies he needs around his waist. It'll hold extra diapers, wipes, hand sanitizer, and any toys to distract a squirmy baby during the dirty job.
See it on AmazonThis Baseball Hat Has a Hole for Her Ponytail
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When she finally does venture out of the house, she doesn't need to be worrying about her hair. This cute baseball hat has a cut out in the back to pull her ponytail or messy bun through, making her look put together when in reality she just threw it on seconds before! The hat comes in a lot of stylish neutrals that'll go with anything in her closet.
See it on AmazonThis Humidifier is Also a Bluetooth Speaker
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Babies often need humidifiers nearby to help with dry skin, soothe their tiny, stuffy noses, and reduce cradle cap and eczema. But why settle for a single-function one when you can get this one that also diffuses essential oils for aromatherapy benefits, has seven pretty LED light colors to chose from, and has a built-in Bluetooth speaker? Mom can put on her favorite soothing music or sounds to usher in the Sandman and keep baby snoozing happily.
See it on AmazonThese Babyprint Ornaments are a Sentimental Winner
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Not only will they love making these babyprint ornaments this year, but they'll look back fondly every year at this time when they pull out the holiday decorations and marvel at how small baby once was! They're simple to make, just press baby's hands and feet into the soft, air dry clay and let it set for a day or so. The kit comes with everything they need to easily make these adorable keepsakes.
See it on AmazonThis Delicate Mama Necklace is a Gorgeous Nod to Her New Name
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I love these delicate, subtly glam but go with every outfit Mama necklaces. This one's 14K-dipped yellow, rose, or white gold that looks great layered with necklaces she already owns. A huge bonus is that for every purchase, a donation is made to Hope International, a charity that fights poverty worldwide.
See it on AmazonThis Munchkin Shhh Baby Sleep Soother is a Game Changer
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If they don't already own this Munchkin Shhh portable baby sound machine, they should. It emits a shushing noise that magically soothes fussy babes, and you can set it for 10, 20, or 30 minute time increments. There's also a nightlight and 3D icon buttons so parents can easily find and operate it in the dark!
See it on AmazonThis Uplifting Postpartum Tea Will Be a Welcome Gift
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The postpartum ain't for the faint of heart, so she'll appreciate all the pampering and comfort you can send her way. This 100% organic whole-leaf postpartum tea is made with herbs that have been used for centuries to support well-being after delivery, like chamomile, licorice, lemon verbena, red raspberry leaf, motherwort, lavender, and more. The refreshing lime flavor will keep her going between meals and help relax her at bedtime, whenever that may be!
See it on AmazonThese Top-Rated Gold Eye Masks Help With Dark Circles
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They might feel like the walking dead, but they don't have to look like it! These best-selling gold eye masks soothe their undereye skin with hyaluronic acid, easing the appearance of eye bags and dark circles. The package claims they're "like an energy drink for your eyes", and judging by the stellar reviews, that's no lie!
See it on AmazonThis Mug Warmer Is the Hero Every New Parent Needs
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Sure, I haven't had a hot cup of tea in a decade but that doesn't mean today's new parents have to follow in my footsteps. Give them a mug warmer for the gift of a still-hot cuppa long after brewing! There's also a four hour auto-shutoff safety feature in case they forget it's on during a time of constant brain fog.
See it on AmazonGamer Dads Will Love These Mini Me Outfits
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A new player has entered the game recently, and dad wants to show off his new gaming buddy! This Player 1 and Player 2 shirt and onesie bundle couldn't be a better gift for gamer dads. The tee and onesie come in a variety of sizes (S-3X and 0-3 mos to 6-12 mos) so everyone gets their perfect fit.
See it on AmazonThis Satin Sleep Set is So Dreamy
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She's supposed to "nap when the baby naps", which could be any time of the day, so she'll need this satin eye mask and pillowcase set to help her relax on command. It even includes a satin scrunchie to hold her probably unwashed hair because it's really very hard to shower when you have a tiny human attached to you 24/7. Available in blush pink, ivory, leopard, silver, or black, this is the gift she'll keep using for years to come.
See it on AmazonThey'll Cherish This Keepsake Frame
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How lovely is this keepsake frame that lets them display a pic of their little cutie along with tiny hand and footprints? They'll cherish this one for years to come, probably even after the baby is a grown person! It even includes a stencil kit so parents can personalize the air dry clay.
See it on AmazonThese Postpartum Affirmation Cards Bolster Her Emotional Well-Being
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New parents can have a lot of self-doubt as to whether they're doing things right, or if they're equipped to take care of this tiny human being. These postpartum affirmation cards are uplifting confidence-boosters that say just what she needs to hear right now. She'll get a pack of 20 heavyweight cards that she can hang up around the house as decor, too.
See it on AmazonThis Insulated Travel Tumbler Set is Going to See a Lot of Use
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New parents gotta stay hydrated, whether these insulated travel tumblers are filled with caffeine or a tasty adult bevvie, they're going to be in constant rotation on the daily. The double-wall vacuum insulated design keeps drinks hot for five hours or cold for nine, which might be enough time to drink them in between baby feedings and diaper changes! They each come with two types of lids, two silicone-tipped metal straws, and tumbler and straw cleaning brushes.
See it on AmazonThis Heated Shiatsu Massager is Going to Be a Favorite
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Taking care of a young baby is hard on the body, especially your neck and back. Give them much needed relief with this heated shiatsu massager that targets sore points. Just 15 minutes of use will relieve pain and reenergize them to get back in the game!
See it on AmazonThis Water Bottle is Perfectly Oversized
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New moms need to drink a lot of water, especially if they're nursing. Help her keep a large source nearby with this handy half gallon water bottle. She'll appreciate the fact that she won't have to wake the finally sleeping baby on her chest to get a refill since it holds so much!
See it on AmazonThese Shower Steamers Help Them Make the Most of Me Time
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Since long, relaxing baths are unlikely to happen often, help new parents make the most of their shower time with these shower steamers. The simply place in the tub, turn on the shower, then relax or revive with the six scents - watermelon, lavender, grapefruit, menthol & eucalyptus, vanilla & sweet orange, and peppermint. These have over 15,000 glowing reviews so you know it's going to be a popular present!
See it on AmazonThese Sleep Headphones Let Them Get Some Shut Eye
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Parents need some help relaxing when it's finally time to sleep, no matter how tired they are. These comfortable wireless sleep headphones can play soothing music, a boring podcast, or just white noise to help them doze off. On just a two-hour charge, they can play for nine hours at a time!
See it on AmazonThis Letters to My Baby Book is a Thoughtful Gift
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The Letters to My Baby book consists of twelve envelopes with writing prompts that inspire parents to create future missives for their little ones. When the creative mood strikes, they simply write a heartfelt message, post date it, then give it to their once-small baby in the future. It's a sentimental, thoughtful gift that families will cherish for a lifetime.
See it on AmazonThis Dad Joke Book is Terribly Awesome
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Let's not leave dad out of the fun, treat him to this Terribly Awesome Dad Jokes book so he's ready with the punchline once his kiddo is old enough to get it. It's a laugh-out-loud collection of jokes, one-liners, and puns that dads will love and kids will pretend to hate. Also a great gift for new grandpas!
See it on AmazonThese Fuzzy Slippers are a New Mom's Dream
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I can attest to how heavenly these memory foam slippers feel. They're the first thing she'll want to slip into in the morning and the last thing she takes off at night. In the very possible chance that she forgets to change into real shoes when she leaves the house, these have her covered with an outdoor-ready sole.
See it on AmazonKeep the Buzz Going With these Caffeinated Energy Bites
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Kill two birds with one stone when you gift them with these caffeinated energy bites. It'll curb their hunger and provide a buzzy boost to keep them going strong when they've got nothing left in the tank. These ones are peanut butter chocolate flavored, but they come in eight delicious chocolatey flavors to sample.
See it on AmazonHelp Mom Have Better Skin With These First Aid Beauty Faves
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Chances are for mom, hormones, lack of self-care time, and a sleep deficit are wreaking havoc on her skin. This First Aid Beauty Faves Gift Set will get her back on track to her usual glowy self! She'll receive pure skin face cleanser, exfoliating pads, and an intense moisturizer to soothe her skin.
See it on AmazonThis Ice Roller Zaps Them Awake
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Sometimes even caffeine isn't enough to wake these poor souls, so it's necessary to call in the ice roller. This best-selling tool will invigorate them with cold, help with migraine headaches, and depuff tired faces. All they do is pop it in the freezer then roll away anytime they need rejuvenation!
See it on AmazonThis Deep Sleep Pillow Spray is a Natural Sleep Aid
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Help them power down the natural way with this deep sleep pillow spray. The gentle lavendar, chamomile, and vetivert fragrance calms frayed nerves and welcomes much-needed sleep. The award winning spray is cruelty-free and works fast so they'll make the most out of rest time.
See it on AmazonKeep Baby and Parents Happy with This Little Remedies New Baby Essentials Kit
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A happy baby equals happy parents, so keep baby feeling his best with this Little Remedies new baby essentials kit. It'll help relieve common symptoms like runny noses, fevers, and upset stomachs and is safe enough even for newborns. Along with saline spray, a nasal aspirator, gas relief drops, fever and pain reliever, and gripe water, it comes with Boudreaux's Butt Paste diaper ointment to soothe rashes so baby's happy from tip to toe!
See it on AmazonThese Muslin Burp Cloths are Essential
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Yes, they may have received burp cloths at the baby shower, but they need more. Specifically these oversized muslin ones that are extraordinarily absorbent and get softer with every wash. While my babies progressed through the spit-up to drooling stages, I constantly accessorized with one of these draped over my shoulder and indeed it was a baby care MVP.
See it on AmazonThese Side Snap Onesies are the Best
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They might also have recieved onesies at the baby shower, but probably not these ones, which are arguably the best. Think about it - would you rather change a diaper blowout with a simple to remove side snap onesie, or one you need to pull over baby's head, getting a mess everywhere? Not only are these more functional, they're extra adorable as well!
See it on AmazonThis Plush Baby Robe Makes Everyone Smile
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They might not have included a baby robe on their wishlist, but it's definitely something they'll use after every bathtime! From a boho fox to a dapper elephant to prints from farm to plaid, this absolutely charming robe will be a big hit with everyone in the house. It fits from sizes 0-9 months, so they'll get longer use out of it than most baby items.
See it on AmazonThis Hand Cream Set Counts as Self Care
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Between the constant hand washing and sanitizing after diaper changes and the lack of time to perform self care, her hands are probably in rough shape. Give something just for her with this hand cream set she can use before bed in the precious minutes she has to herself! They come in a set of three beautiful scents with a pretty tin she'll use long after.
See it on AmazonThese Deodorant Wipes Count as a Shower
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Showers are few and far between in those heady early days; I often used to resort to just using a baby wipe and calling it good. Since then, products have evolved to the next level, so gift new parents with these Bliss body wipes for quick clean-ups when there's no time (or energy) to bathe. The iconic lemon sage scent is so refreshing, and the wipes are plant-based and free from aluminum and parabens so they can feel good using them.
See it on AmazonThis GloWorm SmartSense Reacts to Baby's Cries
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Remember those cute GloWorm dolls we had as kids? Well, they're back and smarter than ever! The new GlowWorm SmartSense toy lets parents record a message and plays it back upon hearing baby's cry. Anything that buys them more time to relax is well worth it!
See it on AmazonThis Baby Bear Swaddle is Basicaly a Public Service
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Cute meters are going off the charts with this newborn swaddle that makes them look like a tiny bear cub. Parents will love it for cold weather walks and taking the most adorable pictures! It comes in six colors from fashionable neutrals to soft pink or blue.
See it on AmazonThis Pacifier Holder Continually Saves the Day
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It's all fun and games until the pacifier falls out. Keep everyone calm with this pacifier holder that includes a binky attached to a weighted stuffed animal that stays in place on baby's chest. It's super useful in keeping pacifiers from falling on germy floors when you have no way to clean them, too!
See it on AmazonThis Rattle Doubles as a Teething Toy
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Parents have so much stuff for babies, they're ecstatic when a product can pull double duty. This engaging rattle set also acts as a teething toy thanks to the soft rubber attachments! The textures, rattles, chimes, and crinkles in the toys will keep baby busy so parents can maybe sit down and eat using both hands.
See it on AmazonThis Musical Crib Toy Lets Parents Sleep In
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When baby gets a little older and is more aware of her surroundings, she'll be enchanted by this musical crib toy that features a playful ocean scene and gentle light effects. It plays up to 25 minutes with a remote that works up to 12 feet away, so parents can snooze a little longer while baby's occupied. Nearly 8,000 happy reviewers love this captivating toy for their wee ones!
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