Figuring out what you should gift to your friends that have become new parents can be time-consuming and challenging. There are various things that you can choose from and it will be difficult to choose something since all the items are all extremely cute. So, to help you choose something, here is a list of items that every new parent will thank you for later:
1. The Baby Rocker – these are usually lightweight, comfortable, and portable. This would make an ideal gift since it provides a sleeping spot for the infants. The little ones will love the little incline, and the parents will love that it can easily be moved around the house. Some of these baby rockers come with songs, soothing sound effects, and auto-rocking features which will make it easier for the baby to fall asleep.
2. A Boppy nursing pillow – this can be used to help support the infants during breastfeeding and it will help the baby feel comfortable and like it is being held by its parents. It is also a good choice if the baby had to be delivered by a c-section since it will help create a cushion for the incision line the mother has.
3. A pack of charcoal air fresheners – these bags filled with charcoal are chemical-free, odor eliminators that will help prevent mildew, moisture, and mold. They are also reusable and can be used for up to 2 years. Also, it will help absorb the stench that dirty diapers emit, so it will make the parents life a bit easier.
4. A Pack ‘n’ Play – this is not only a playpen for the baby, but it is also a portable bed which can be taken with them when they travel. It has a bassinet that can be removed, a toy bar, and it can be folded easily. You could also choose one that has a changing table attachment, which is quite useful for parents and their newborns. The parents will be able to change the baby, put the baby to sleep, and add toys so that the baby can play in it.
5. Do not forget about the baby fashion – who does not love perfect little cute clothes for their new baby? There are various sets that you could choose for the infants, whether it is for a special occasion or a colorful onesie, you can choose various outfits and combine different elements. You will also be able to find perfect clothes for special occasions with prints such as “My 1st Easter” or “My 1st Christmas”, there are various choices out there.
6. An Owlet Smart Sock – as new parents, your friends will always wonder if everything is okay with their newborn baby, hence this device will help keep the minds at ease as it controls oxygen levels and baby’s heart rate. It will be a literal lifesaver for parents and they will be alerted if something is not good.
7. The Hatch Night Light and Sound Machine – this device will illuminate the room and also help the baby establish a bedtime routine. It is perfect for late night feeding since the mother will not have to turn on the light in the bedroom, but turn on this little light that will provide enough illumination. It has lots of different light settings and the music can be chosen from the parents’ phones. It is also useful since it can be brought along when they decide to travel with the baby.
Conclusion
There is a wide range of things that you could buy for your friends that are new parents, and the items on this list will most certainly be lifesavers for them, especially in the first few months while the parents and the baby are adjusting to their new lives.