46 Best Gifts for Parents This Holiday Season
Useful and meaningful picks for all types of moms and dads.
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Your parents are the ones who've always been there for you, whether it's handling school drop-offs and pick-ups, preparing delicious meals, helping with homework or planning fun family activities. Throw in an insane work schedule and maintaining the house, and they might be left feeling like they never get to relax and recharge. To brighten their day, we've rounded up the best gifts for parents to show them just how much they mean to you.
If you're a child shopping for your own parents or grandparents, we have meaningful gifts for mom (and your mother-in-law!), fun finds for dad and sentimental presents for grandma or grandpa. When picking out the perfect present for new parents, you can't go wrong with a useful gift like a meal delivery subscription or a luxury bathtub caddy tray to help them unwind. And if they love nothing more than experiences, consider an Airbnb gift card that'll encourage them to explore a new destination (there are tons of romantic getaways, for instance).
So, grab your wallet and shop these gifts for parents that are perfect for Christmas, anniversaries, birthdays or just because you love them endlessly.
This baby footprint necklace would make a great gift for new moms, and is just too cute to pass up. The chain measures a little over 18 inches and each copper footprint is ringed with cubic zirconia, which gives it a luxurious look, for less.
These cloud slippers are the shoes they'll never want to take off. Perfect for lounging around the house, they're made of ultra-cushy EVA foam that'll feel like walking on pillows. Plus, they're unisex!
This super-plush robe by Brooklinen pairs perfectly with the brand's matching towels. Our labs love how absorbent and cozy this unisex number is, and it's a cropped length that won't drag on the floor.
Mom and Dad deserve some "off duty" time too, so help them relax with this matching beer and wine glasses set. They each hold 15 oz. of liquid and are also dishwasher-safe.
She'll love relaxing with this bamboo wood bath caddy tray. It's adjustable and expands up to 43 inches, perfect for holding a phone, tablet, wine glass, candle and more!
These matching stainless steel keychains are a fun small gift that they can keep with them at all times. It might even help them spot their keys quickly!
Perfect for holding hot and cold drinks, these matching mom and dad tumblers would make a great gift for parents on the go. Made of stainless steel, Amazon reviewers are calling them "giftable" and a good "value for the money."
If they're parents who love to capture the moment, this mini photo printer would make the perfect gift. It uses bluetooth technology to take and print photos in one easy step.
They can keep everything — a good book, a cup of coffee and their phone — within reach with this bedside shelf. All they have to do is attach it to their bed frame to enjoy the convenience.
Since they're always on as a parent, give them a reason to unwind with this Airbnb gift card. There are so many unique properties around the world, whether they're looking for a relaxing beach vibe or a more adventurous trip. All they have to do is book a reservation!
With 16 different colors to choose from, this LED moon lamp is a perfect gift for parents of small children. It'll create a soft and soothing lighting in their room, and measures about 5 inches tall for easy storage.
Bath time will never be the same with this spa pillow. It's designed with seven suction cups and two inches of foam to provide support while soaking the day away.
Deciding whose turn it is the change the diaper is a huge question during that first year. Eliminate the hassle of deciding with this cute wooden coin toss set. "The parents-to-be got a kick out of this in their baby shower gift basket. They have since had their baby and are already putting this coin to use!" One Amazon reviewer wrote.
Pregnancy Announcement Wine Gift Bag
If you're one of the few in the know and they're not quite ready to announce their pregnancy, this fun wine bag would make a cute gift. They can even purchase and send them out to their nearest and dearest once their secret is revealed.
A bottle opener and a coaster in one? You can't go wrong with this gift. Made of PU leather and faux sueded, it'll take their drink from the fridge to the coffee table.
A perfect from parents to children, this sentimental ornament is sure to cue the happy tears. It can be customized with up to four metal children for a special personalized touch.
This DIY baby foot and hand casting kit is perfect for parents of a newborn. The high-quality plaster will help them capture the moment for a very special keepsake.
Wooden Family Birthday Calendar
Help nana and poppa track the birthdays of all their children with this sweet wooden calendar. "It is perfect for someone who enjoys putting family pics and remembrances on their home walls, and for someone who is concerned about not forgetting anybody's birthday," one Amazon reviewer wrote.
This lamp comes as a pair, and when you touch one to light it up, the other lights up, too. Send one to Grandma and Grandpa, or other far-flung relatives, so they can feel connected.
Shiatsu Back and Neck Massager
At the end of a long day of chasing around kids or grandkids, someone is going to need a massage. Not only does this offer a deep kneading, it also heats up for extra relief.
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