Becoming a brand-new parent is full of a lot of unknowns and unexpected stresses. We’re thrown into getting to know a new person who doesn’t even know themselves yet, and with that comes a lot of troubleshooting, some tears, and conversations with friends and family members who have gone down this road before.
As new parents, we don’t know what we don’t know yet, and that means we could use some help in determining what products are actually going to be useful for us — and our new baby.
Whether shopping for Christmas, a baby shower, Mother’s Day or Father’s Day, or simply to welcome a new parent into parenthood, there are certain gifts that expecting parents are going to find really useful — and of course, they can use all the help they can get.
We’ve rounded up some gift ideas for new parents, including where to purchase, to make it easier for you. Check them out.
Momcozy ChangeGo Baby Stroller
One of the most essential products new parents need is a stroller, so why not get them one that grows with baby from birth to 6 years old? This is really the gift that keeps on giving, because it doesn’t just support one child — it converts to a double stroller if the family keeps expanding. It’s a durable stroller with large wheels for smooth all-terrain strolling, so it can go with parents anywhere. With 23 configurations, five handlebar heights, advanced suspension, and innovative braking system, this is the best full-size stroller for growing families.
Leachco Snoogle Maternity Body Pillow
It’s hard to know what product mom or dad will actually need, but this is one of those for sure. It’s not just useful for a growing pregnant body — it’s going to be something used for a while. As the body heals after birth, being able to prop up certain parts makes for much better sleep. And while we’re in the phase when we don’t sleep a lot, making it as comfortable as possible is key.
Momcozy ClickGo Lightweight Stroller
A lightweight stroller is a fantastic gift for expecting parents, even if they already have a larger stroller. They can keep this one in the car, leave it at grandma’s house, or just use it for quick walks around the neighborhood. If you know someone who lives in a city, this is a fantastic multi-use stroller. It’s lightweight, folds easily with one hand, and stands when folded, so it’s perfect for small spaces. And although it’s quite compact, it doesn’t sacrifice comfort or safety. It has a five-point harness, adjustable recline and leg rest, all-wheel suspension, and an extendable canopy, making for a smooth ride for babies.
Angel Maternity Nursing Dress, Robe, & Baby Blanket Set
As new parents, we’re going to spend a lot of our time and energy on things that our baby needs. This means we want to focus on being comfortable, and that’s what this maternity, nursing, and baby blanket set provides. It’s going to be useful to mom through her pregnancy, delivery, and into motherhood, and the matching blanket will make the new baby comfortable.
Everywhere Belt Bag
We know that some of us lived through the ’80s and didn’t think we’d be happy to see these bags again. But, honestly, they’re cool again and super useful for new parents. We have a lot to carry when we go out, and although it makes sense to put our wallet and phone in our diaper bag, that makes finding what we need a big challenge. This Everywhere Belt Bag keeps hands free but the things we need close.
Moby Wrap Baby Carrier
There is going to be a lot of time spent holding our little ones and sometimes that makes other tasks impossible to do — we sometimes need two hands, after all. That’s what makes a comfortable baby carrier so important — and not all are made the same. Something like a Moby Wrap is super soft so it can be worn for a while, and although there’s a bit of a learning curve to putting it on, it becomes second nature and grows with baby, too.
Nail Trimmer
There’s a reason parents fear having to cut their baby’s nails — it’s hard! But having the right products — like this nail trimmer by NailFrida — takes the fear out of the equation and makes the process stress-free, quick, and honestly when we’re in those early days of parenthood, those calm moments go a really long way.
4moms mamaRoo Sleep Bassinet
There are a lot of products available for baby that promise good sleep, but this one really follows through on that promise. Finding restful sleep is something all new parents crave, and this bassinet gives parents a better chance to settle the baby so everyone can catch some shut-eye.
Tripp Trapp Chair
For parents who want a product that will last a long time, this is the one. It makes so much more sense to get products that grow with our babies, and this chair is more than just a high chair for a baby. It works for a baby who is learning to eat table food around 6 months old, but the chair can be configured to fit a full grown adult.
Hulu Subscription
Starting at
$9.99
from
There are going to be many nights where a new parent is up and awake trying to keep the baby happy. As we’re stuck nursing for the fourth hour in a row and trying to stay awake at 3 a.m., having something to keep us entertained is useful. With a Hulu subscription, we don’t have to be at the mercy of infomercials, and we can catch up on some shows we’ve been trying to make time for anyway.
'As You Grow: A Modern Memory Book'
$39.99
from
Barnes & Noble
After we have a baby, we all think we’re going to remember those details forever. But that’s not what happens. Life is fast and those details are fleeting, which is why a memory book is a wonderful gift idea. Although it may seem like another thing to do, parents will be thankful they took the time to fill it out when they’re waiting in line for their teenager to get their driver’s permit.
Swivel Glider
From
$999
to $1549
from
Pottery Barn Kids
There will be a lot of time spent holding baby in those first months, and that duty comes at all hours of the day and night. Having a comfortable spot for parents to sit while they cuddle, feed, and comfort their baby is important. If there’s space in the house, this swivel glider will last many years.
Baby Shusher
Remember how we said we’d be doing everything in search of a way to get baby to sleep? This product is one parents will come across online as being super useful – and they’re not lying. This product is sort of like a white noise machine, but it makes that “shush” noise that seems to calm and settle babies. It really works, and there’s an iPhone app to go with it as well.
Nook GlowLight
$199.99
from
Barnes & Noble
There’s a lot of “down time” with parenting, but that time isn’t spent doing nothing — we’re consoling our little one, holding a sleeping baby, and trying to squeeze in any bit of time for ourselves. Although it’s not totally parent-focused, having an e-reader to use while holding the baby can allow us to take a little time for imagination while on the fourth hour of cradling our little one. E-readers are easier to hold in one hand while the other has baby.
Baby's First Year Hello World Blanket & Milestone Cards
Our babies grow really fast in that first year, and having photos to look back on years later will be something parents will cherish. This set comes with a cozy cotton muslin blanket to use as the backdrop for photos and the 14 milestone cards help mark those important dates and moments in that short first year.
Meal Delivery Service
Price may vary
from
Blue Apron
Cooking is a big challenge for many new parents, but at the same time, eating well and staying hydrated is super important for them too. Giving a meal delivery service is a wonderful way to help ensure new parents are caring for themselves while taking all the hassle out of the equation. This is also a great gift idea if there are many people chipping in to pay — set new parents up for a few months and it will make all the difference.
Hatch Restore 2 Sleep Clock
We’ve had our Hatch Restore 2 for a few years and we’re obsessed. This holiday season, the Hatch Restore 2 is available in a gorgeous gender-neutral limited edition sage color. This device is more than just a sleep clock — there are so many options! It can be used as a white noise machine to help baby sleep, and once the little one reaches toddlerhood, parents can set sleep routines on it that cue children for bedtime and wake-up time to help avoid those early-morning wake-up calls. Or parents can use it to help establish their own healthy sleep routines once baby is sleeping through the night. In conjunction with the app subscription, it can also be used to listen to guided meditations and even bedtime stories.
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