Gifts New Parents Will Actually Appreciate

It might feel random, but for a new mom who has almost zero time to wash her hair when she dashes in the shower for a quick minute, a great shower cap is essential. Shhhowercap makes these really beautiful turban-style caps that keep all of your hair tucked away and dry, are comfortable and durable, and last forever. They're so cute that you can even wear them outside of the shower.

This gift box is a perfect gift for new parents and their baby. It comes with newborn essentials: a cozy footie pajama, a snuggly elephant lovey, a silicone bib that will be a necessity when baby starts eating solids, a chewable teether toy, and a Lucy Darling baby book for parents to record every sweet moment. It's also beautifully packaged. 

A great throw blanket is a really nice gift for new parents if you don't know what else to buy because the whole family can use it. And this one comes with an added charitable element: for every purchase, Sackcloth & Ashes donates a blanket to a homeless shelter in need. These are soft, thick, and beautiful. 

The Lovevery Play Kits are a subscription service (or you can purchase just one) made for specific age groups. They're loaded with Montessori-style toys that will encourage creative play without the loud noises and harsh colors many baby toys come with. This is an excellent gift: baby will love it, and the parents will love that it keeps baby busy.

New parents could use a whole lot of advice right now, but also a lot of humor. This funny book takes new parents through all of the very real milestones they'll go through, and make them laugh the entire time. 

New parents desperately need some time for themselves, which is tough to come by. Gift them a kit so they can create their own at-home spa. This one comes with a mint tea (made with CBD for extra relaxation), body scrub, and a lavender CBD bath balm, as well as a mint sleep tincture that will help them finally get some rest.

New parents could always use more coffee, but running out to Starbucks isn't always an option. Nespresso makes it incredibly easy and fast to make a delicious cup at home, even while cradling a newborn. This set comes with a Vertuo that's quiet and fast with a slim, attractive design, as well as an Aeroccino to froth and steam milk. 30 pods are also included to get them started. 

The only problem with making a cup of coffee is finding time to actually drink it. With a demanding baby on their hands, many new parents end up letting their coffee sit around to get cold until they're ready to take a sip. The Ember mug is temperature controlled from their phone for keeping coffee hot. 

Dinner needs to get on the table, but it also needs to get done fast. Their handy cookbook is full of super simple recipes that the whole family will love... and they'll all take 30 minutes or less to put together. 

A cozy, comfortable hoodie is exactly what any new parent needs, whether they'e stuck inside all day or they're running out to get some errands done. This FEAT hoodie is made of the softest cotton material that will make them feel like they're wrapped up in a blanket. The minimalist design means it can be paired with anything.

An air purifier might not seem that exciting, but it's definitely useful, especially right now. This Honeywell air purifier uses powerful HEPA filters to circulate and clean the air, removing allergens and reducing certain airborne viruses, bacteria, and mold spores. 

The perfect stocking stuffer or small gift is this Cushy Closer Door Cushion. It's genius: wrapped around a door handle, it muffles the sound of a door opening or closing, allowing parents to check on their little ones without the clicking noise that might wake them up.

Taking baby for long walks is a nice way to get out safely, but it's also really cold! These Stroller Warmmuffs have a universal fit to attach to any stroller handle, with a one-time install and adjustable fit so anyone can wear them. They're lined with the most plush material ever to keep hands toasty warm no matter the temperature - and you never have to worry about losing them.

A new parent can never have enough slippers! These are made out of a very soft faux fur, and the sandal style means they won't leave feet feeling overheated. They're comfortable, versatile, and perfect for quietly padding around. 

Baby books are great, of course, but what do you do with the physical memories you want to hold onto? This keepsake library answers that questions. It has boxes for things like their first lock of hair, their first pair of shoes, and even the first stuffed animal they loved. 

For many new parents, going to the gym or a workout class just isn't an option. But doing it at home may be a lot easier. This 3-disc DVD set is a great way to incorporate yoga into their daily lives, with 15 different routines, all of which can be done in 30 minutes or less. 

Yes, you can still buy a few cute things for the baby. This LouLou Lollipop towel set is absolutely adorable, and possibly the softest baby towel on the planet. It's incredibly absorbent and beyond cozy. 

Looking to splurge? This Evenflo Pivot Xplore wagon is worth it. With an adjustable bar, it can be pushed like a stroller or pulled like a wagon, it has room for two kids (or just one and a whole bunch of stuff.) There's seemingly endless storage space. It also comes with a removable snack tray and offers flexible shade. Its worth noting that the wheels can go through everything with no problem.