Bundles of joy: 23 thoughtful gifts for new parents
Anyone who just had a baby will appreciate these gifts
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If you have a friend or family member with a new child, you're likely already on the hunt for a charming baby gift. But what about the parents? Here are some great gift ideas for new parents that will make their lives easier, help with their baby, and remind them to focus on themselves once in a while, too.
1. Amazon Prime Subscription
Order and re-order essentials, from diapers to late night snacks, with fast and free delivery. Enjoy benefits like free cloud storage for baby photos and access to Prime Video streaming and free kindle e-books for entertainment during late-night feedings or those evenings when you just can't get to sleep.
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2. Riedel O Cabernet/Merlot Stemless Wine Glasses
Get good use out of this set of four wine glasses while enjoying "date night" at home. They're damage resistant and dishwasher safe.
Get the Riedel O Cabernet/Merlot Stemless Wine Glasses from Bed, Bath & Beyond
3. HaloVa Diaper Bag
Our reviewers loved this versatile and spacious bag for its stay-open top, insulated front pocket slots, and thoughtful zipper on the bottom so you don't have to rummage to find what you need. Genius!
Get the HaloVa Diaper Bag from Amazon
4. Lillebaby Complete All Seasons 6-in-1 Baby Carrier
Everyone on our team who tried this carrier absolutely loved it. It's comfortable, supportive, and has a removable large lumbar pad on the back. The adjustable seat for babies doesn't require a separate infant insert.
Get the Lillebaby Complete All Seasons 6-in-1 Baby Carrier from Best Buy Canada
5. Dr. Brown's Deluxe Bottle Warmer
Get a perfectly heated 4 oz. bottle of formula in just five minutes. Pre-fill the reservoir before bed so it's ready to go for a 4 a.m. feeding.
Get the Dr. Brown's Deluxe Bottle Warmer from Walmart Canada
6. Cuisinart BFM-1000 Baby Food Maker and Bottle Warmer
Food and formula prep is a breeze with this multi-talented machine that not only steams and purees food but also warms bottles. In our tests, it perfectly pureed broccoli. Its four-cup capacity is perfect for making big batches of food, all at once.
Get the Cuisinart BFM-1000 Baby Food Maker and Bottle Warmer from Walmart Canada
7. Baby Brezza Formula Pro Advanced Baby Formula Dispenser
This device is a lifesaver for formula-feeding parents. It mixes, heats, and dispenses formula so you can quickly sort out a middle-of-the-night feeding, despite being half asleep.
Get the Baby Brezza Formula Pro Advanced Baby Formula Dispenser from Best Buy Canada
8. Fitbit Charge 4 Advanced Fitness Tracker + GPS
Help maintain a healthy routine by tracking steps, active minutes, and calories as well as sleep, heart rate, and running or cycling routes via built-in GPS.
Get the Fitbit Charge 4 Advanced Fitness Tracker + GPS from Sport Chek
9. AmazonBasics ½-Inch Extra Thick Exercise Mat with Carrying Strap
In our tests, we loved the softness of this mat along with the effective non-slip surface. Made of lightweight, durable foam, it's perfect for new parents who won't be able to get to the gym any time soon.
Get the AmazonBasics ½-Inch Extra Thick Exercise Mat with Carrying Strap from Amazon Canada
10. Instant Pot Ultra 10-in-1 (6 Quart)
Make quick and easy "set it and forget it" meals. This Instant Pot will keep cooked food warm for hours once the timer goes off should you be having trouble getting baby down for their nap. We love the simplified dial and comprehensive display.
Get the Instant Pot Ultra 10-on-1 (6 Quart) from Amazon Canada
11. Lenovo Smart Clock Essential With Google Assistant
Thanks to Google Assistant, the Lenovo Smart Clock Essential can control smart devices, play music, check the weather, and more, all by voice, without having to lift a finger.
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12. Brookstone PhotoShare Friends and Family Large Smart Frame
Play ever-changing slideshows of family photos, uploaded from a smartphone, social media, SD cards, USB flash drives, or even sent to the frame's unique e-mail address.
Get the Brookstone PhotoShare Friends and Family Large Smart Frame from Bed, Bath, & Beyond
13. Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Digital Camera
We named this digital camera the best you can buy, in its category, particularly applauding the great image quality and compact design.
Get the Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Digital Camera from Best Buy Canada
14. Baby First 5 Years Memory Book Journal
Careful wording in this baby memory book makes it applicable to any modern family, including single, adoptive, and LGBTQ+ parents. Store keepsake items like a lock from a baby's first haircut, hospital band, and more.
Get the Baby First Years Memory Book Journal from Walmart Canada
15. Hyperice Hypervolt Percussion Massage Device
Soothe aching muscles from carrying baby all day or chasing after a toddler. In our review, we loved the three settings and long, three-hour battery life of this handheld massager.
Get the Hyperice Hypervolt Percussion Massage Device from Best Buy Canada
16. What to Expect the First Year: Third Edition
Help new parents through that rough first year with tips on everything from nursing to sleep training, what to buy, how to make homemade baby food, and more.
Get What to Expect the First Year: Third Edition from Amazon
17. Bubzi Co Baby Handprint Kit & Footprint Photo Frame
The kit comes with everything you need to make a clay imprint of a baby's tiny hands and feet to display alongside photos in the included frame.
Get the Bubzi Co Baby Handprint Kit & Footprint Photo Frame from Amazon Canada
18. YETI Rambler 14 oz Mug with Lid
Despite constant interruptions, from a crying baby to an emergency diaper change, this mug keeps hot coffee or tea (or cold drinks) at the perfect temperature for hours.
Get the YETI Rambler 14 oz Mug with Lid from Sport Chek
19. Ninja Fit Single Serve Blender
When there's no time, throw some fruit, vegetables, milk, juice, or yogurt in this blender and whip up a quick and healthy breakfast smoothie. It's our favourite among personal blenders we tested.
Get the Ninja Nutri pro 0.5L 900-Watt Stand Blender from Walmart Canada
20. Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Media Streamer with Alexa Voice Remote
Binge-watch shows while pumping milk or holding a sleeping baby, finding what you want by voice control. It's an "excellent, budget-friendly choice," in our books.
Get the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Media Streamer with Alexa Voice Remote from Amazon Canada
21. Double-sided Folding Play Mat
Roll out this adorable mat for crawling or tummy time and fold it up when you're done. It’s waterproof, non-slip, and easily folds thanks to the high-density foam material.
Get the Double-sided Folding Play Mat from Best Buy Canada
22. Pampers Baby Dry Diapers – Super Econo Pack
You can never go wrong getting diapers, especially when it saves new parents a midnight trip to the 24-hour store because they ran out.
Get the Pampers Baby Dry Diapers – Super Econo Pack from Walmart Canada
23. LYRIDZ Plug-in Night Light – 4-Pack
Light a pathway from the bedroom to the nursery, or from the hallway to the kitchen with these energy efficient nightlights that feature motion sensors and two brightness levels.
Get the LYRIDZ Plug-in Night Light – 4-Pack from Amazon Canada
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