All the best gifts for a tired new parent
It’s always exciting when loved ones bring home a new baby, whether it’s their first or fifth. No matter the number, one thing never changes. Those loved ones of yours are about to become permanently exhausted. In fact, a recent survey of parents of babies no older than 18 months found that these parents only get five to six hours of sleep a night. That’s a far cry from the seven-plus hours an adult actually needs.
We put together a sweeping list of considerate gifts, like an on-the-go food warmer or something to aid their preciously limited downtime, such as a neck and back massager. You can become a hero to those new parents with things that make their lives a little bit easier.
Best staple gifts for new parents
Baby Tula , Discover Free-to-Grow Baby Carrier
A comfy way to carry baby.
Sold by Amazon
Every parent needs a comfortable baby carrier so they can live a hands-free life with their little one. This ergonomic carrier from Tula adjusts to hold kids from 7-45 pounds, making it the perfect carrier to grow as the baby grows.
Loftie, Night Lights Plug into Wall
A parenting essential.
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Some solid night lights are an absolute must once a baby joins the household. You can’t turn on the big lights because you’ll wake the baby, but you also don’t want mom or dad stubbing a toe because they can’t see. These lights have a pleasing amber glow and come in a three-pack, so they can light up a few areas.
Best kitchen appliance and accessory gifts for new parents
Beautiful, Perfect Grind Programmable Single Serve Coffee Maker
A perfect cup of coffee, every time.
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Because sometimes, a parent just needs coffee. This single-serve pot can also grind fresh coffee beans and holds enough for up to 16 cups before needing a refill. It features six brew sizes and the option for regular, bold or over ice.
Dyson, Gen5detect Cordless Vacuum Cleaner
The ultimate cordless vacuum.
Sold by Amazon
Kids make messes, amiright? Every parent needs a trusty cordless vacuum to quickly dispose of all the messes their little ones create. This one is basically the Cadillac of vacuum cleaners with an LCD screen that lets the user know when the floor is clean. One less thing for a parent to remember.
Nespresso, VertuoPlus Deluxe Coffee and Espresso Machine by De’Longhi with Milk Frother
An affordable, mid-level choice that’s one of the brand’s most popular machines.
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If there’s one thing every exhausted new parent needs, it’s more energy. Unfortunately, there’s no way to actually give a body more energy, but you can trick it into thinking it has more with a good cup of coffee. This combination maker can make a cup of regular coffee or a shot of espresso if you’re on a time crunch.
YETI, Rambler 20 oz. Insulated Tumbler w/MagSlider Lid
Keep coffee and tea hot and water and cold drinks cold for hours on end with these stylish and high-performing tumblers.
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This classic tumbler comes from a premium name in YETI and has an equally premium performance. It has double-wall vacuum insulation to keep your drinks at your desired temperature without making it uncomfortable to hold and it’s completely dishwasher-safe. It comes in 15 colors so you can get one for each parent in need.
Best massager and wellness tool gifts for new parents
TheraGun, Relief Handheld Percussion Massage Gun
It is one of the best massage guns, and it’s both easy to use and effective for muscle relief.
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Nothing brings on the tension like lost sleep, and no one loses sleep like new parents. Provide relief for those sore muscles with this soothing massage gun. This particular model provides a gentle amount of percussive massage therapy, aimed at relieving sore muscles, tension and increasing blood flow. This gun comes with three attachments and is easy to control with just one button.
Provides fast headache relief.
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Babies don’t wait for a headache to go away and that’s why this ice cap is the perfect gift for any parent. All that lost sleep could add up to an aching head, and what parent has time to be down with a headache? This cap fits all face shapes and provides cooling relief after spending time in the freezer.
Wave Tools Therapy, The Wave Tool
An easy way to relieve muscle tension.
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Using this nifty device is like getting a deep tissue massage at home for half the cost. Its unique shape lets it target most areas of your body with precision. It’s safe for use in the shower or bath too, so you can include some heat to increase your relaxation. It’s not a bad way for parents to spend some quality time together, either.
TheraFlow, Dual Foot Massager Roller
An expertly constructed and lightweight massager that helps to quickly reduce or eliminate foot pain.
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Every part of the body gets tired when taking care of a baby, but one area in particular that gets hit hard is your feet. This simple dual foot massager lets you sneak in some important de-stressing time. It has a non-slip grip on the underside so you can put some force into it without worrying about it sliding away.
HYDRAGUN, HeatPod Infrared Sauna Blanket
Sold by Amazon
Mom or dad can take to hear the saying “nap when the baby naps” and spend some time under this infrared sauna blanket that reduces post-workout soreness, stabilizes the skin barrier, improves hydration and may even help to boost metabolism.
Resteck, Massager for Neck and Back with Heat
Feel comfort and relief on the go with this travel-ready heated massager and its carrying case.
Sold by Amazon
This easy-to-use massager is mainly targeted toward your neck, but you can position it as needed across most areas of your body. It has a heat setting for extra relaxation, plus its kneading direction can be swapped and kneading power adjusted. It can also be used in the car since it comes with a car plug.
Great for warming up and massaging your shoulder muscles after picking up kids all day.
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Raising a child pushes your physical and mental health to the edge. You have to take care of yourself when you’re wearing thin, for the good of both you and your baby. This shoulder wrap has three warming levels and three vibration settings to soothe your aching muscles after picking up and rocking your baby all day.
HoMedics, Bubble Mate Foot Spa
The soothing bubble massage and streamlined design of this model are worth its low price.
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Every parent deserves a day at the spa for every day they spend raising a child, but few have the money and none have the time to do so. This foot bath is an excellent way to sneak in some spalike treatment, and the toe-touch controls mean you can use it while your baby sleeps in your arms.
Perfect for soothing tired feet.
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These luscious slippers serve two purposes. The first is that they take some of the strain off your feet and make you feel like you’re walking on air. The second is that they mute your footsteps so it’s less likely you wake up your baby with an errant step on clattering floor types. They come in 23 colors.
Bestqool, Red Light Therapy Device
A lamp that uses 95 watts of power and has a stand for setting the device at an angle.
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Busy parents don’t have time for a spa day, but with this device, they can enjoy a quick red light session that’ll help improve collagen levels, reduce inflammation, improve sleep, reduce wrinkles and more. It’s a sturdy unit, but easy to operate and very mobile. Our tester reported that it improved her chronic pain in just a few sessions. With red light therapy growing in popularity, this is an amazing gift for a tired parent.
Best blanket gifts for new parents
nodpod, Compact Weighted Blanket
A popular and luxurious option, this soft, calming blanket comes in stylish colors that aren’t commonly found in weighted blankets.
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This 6.5-pound weighted blanket has the usual benefits without being the size of most other weighted blankets, making it perfect for those who find large weighted blankets overwhelming. The pressure it exerts is subtle but cozy, and it doesn’t add much heat for those who prefer to sleep cool. The small size also makes it easy to travel with, and it comes in eight colors.
Big Blanket Co, Original Stretch Blanket
Big enough for the whole family.
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Spending quality time with your partner is crucial for a healthy relationship in the midst of raising a baby, but that time doesn’t have to consume energy and funds. It can be as simple as cuddling under an excellent blanket and talking about the dreams you have for your new child. This blanket is huge and ultra-soft, perfect for that exact scenario.
NEMO, Victory Picnic Blanket, Atacama Daybreak, X-Large
Perfect for picnics.
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One of the greatest joys of raising a child is getting to watch them discover new parts of the world for the first time. Once they become old enough, take your baby out to the park for a picnic lunch on this blanket. It has a pouch for packing your phone and keys, plus one strap that doubles as a bottle opener. It comes in two designs and four sizes.
Best tech gifts for new parents
We love how the Dot allows you to utilize Alexa and listen to music at an affordable price point.
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Anything hands-free is a lifesaver when raising a newborn, and this speaker is no exception. It can play all the lullabies and sleep-based podcasts you can find, helps answer any baby questions you have quickly and connects smoothly with your other smart devices such as lights or a thermostat. It comes in three colors.
Amazon, Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition
The Signature Edition of the Kindle Paperwhite includes some helpful features such as a longer battery life, and the ability to be charged wirelessly.
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We at BestReviews thoroughly test all kinds of items to ensure they’re actually worth buying. For this Kindle, our tester had this to say: “Very impressed! I love it, and I have brought it to more places than I bring regular books. I find myself reaching for it often. I have read a lot more in the last few weeks that I’ve had it. I love instantly downloading books.”
The Beats wireless earbuds offer similar features to Apple’s other earbuds at a more affordable price.
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A newborn baby does not care about day and night cycles, and even when they’re tired it can be difficult to get them down for a nap. You won’t risk waking them up when you listen to music or watch TV to de-stress with these Bluetooth earbuds. They come in six colors and have noise cancellation.
Kodak, Step Wireless Mobile Photo Mini Color Printer
Kodak’s Zink zero-ink model is the most affordable among its competition and comes in several colors.
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A common phrase uttered by parents is, “The days are long but the years are short.” Capturing the life of your newborn baby with pictures is a must, and this printer makes it easy to get them off your phone. It can even print off your phone using nothing but a Bluetooth connection.
Shark, AV2501AE AI Robot Vacuum
Sold by Amazon
Giving new parents a way to take chores off their to-do list is a win in our books. It’s also perfect for homes with pets, has precision mapping, so every corner gets cleaned, it empties itself and heads back to the dock when it needs to be charged.
First Alert, SC5 Battery Smart Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarm
Sold by Amazon
Give new parents peace of mind with a smart smoke detector that syncs up with Google Nest. It’ll send alerts to your phone if it detects carbon monoxide or smoke, let you know when the battery is running low (no more chirps!) and voice alerts will give you a warning as to what type and where the danger is in your home.
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