Seven Heavenly Gift Ideas for New Parents

The ‘new parent freak out’…you’ve probably gone through or witnessed this phenomenon first hand.  Some folks call it “nesting:” the bird-like practice of preparing the home for a new arrival.  It’s the primary reason we hold baby showers, to assist the nesting process and to alleviate the new parent freak out.  In order to accomplish these two noble goals, it’s your job to provide the new parents in question with gifts that are, above all, practical.  Yes, gag gifts can cause a few minutes of laughter, but after that, what good are they?

With that in mind, here’s a list of seven practical AND affordable gifts (and where to find them) for the new parents in your world:

1. Combination pacifier thermometer. Come on, it doesn’t get more practical (and, at $12.00, more affordable) than this.  How often did your parents place a hand on your forehead in the vain attempt to determine whether you were running a fever?  This wonderful item takes away the guess work and calms a fussy baby at the same time…miraculous.  Learn more here.
2. Pee pee teepees. Ok, this one just might double as a gag and practical gift, and that’s a good thing.  You get a chuckle and then use the teepee to prevent the unintentional spray of urine on the changing table, floor, walls, the cat, and parent.  View the gender specific gift here.
3. Prince Lionheart Premium Wipe Warmer. There’s nothing more annoying than having your bum cleaned with a cold wipe…I’ve heard.  Help the new parents avoid that nether-region cleaning faux pas with this device that provides warm wipes delivered from the hands of angels.  See it here.
4. Summer Waterfall Bathtub. Along the lines of cold baby wipes, cold water on a baby’s back is also an afront to all that is infantile.  This lovely device circulates warm water along baby’s back to keep him or her happy as a pig in…well, warm water.  As the saying goes: happy baby, happy lady (as in mom).  Stay happy with this.
5. My Baby Soundspa Lullaby. It’s tough to get a new born to sleep, or even keep him/her distracted long enough to grab a cup of coffee.  This device helps achieve both by playing soothing lullabys and projecting distracting images on the ceiling above baby.  New parents can turn this device on and grab a quick cup of joe or enjoy a quick “intimate” moment.  “Hush little baby, don’t say a word, mama’s gonna buy you a…  see it here.
6. Tortilla Baby Swaddling Blanket and Cap. Yep, another gift that is part gag part practical.  Every new parent needs a swaddling blanket, so why not swaddle that new born into a burrito.  Add guacamole and salsa at your discretion.  Get a chuckle here.
7. Baby Arrival Gift Set. Can’t decide on what to get those new parents?  This gift set is perfect for wishy-washy folks who can’t make a decision…like you.  It includes essentials, like diapers, rash cream, wipes, and a young bobcat…kidding on that last item.  Purchase it here.

There you go, seven practical gift ideas that will create a heavenly world for the new parents in your life…or hellish, depends on the child.