- Thoughtful gifts make the transition to parenthood easier.family image by Yoram Astrakhan from Fotolia.com
The birth of a baby is met with great joy and an abundance of gifts and advice. New parents need more than diapers, wipes and baby clothes. Providing parents with some original and thoughtful gifts can make the first few months at home easier for mom, dad and baby. - New moms and dads will appreciate a day of relaxation.spa 3 image by horacio villamonte from Fotolia.com
Give new parents a day at a local spa. Parenting demands leave little time for mom and dad to pamper each other. New parents will appreciate a massage or facial as well as some alone time with one another. - Give Dad some time to catch up on email by baby-sitting.computer image by michele goglio from Fotolia.com
Taking care of the new baby gives the parents a much-needed break. Take the baby for a walk while Mom naps or Dad catches up on email. New parents will appreciate even an hour of time to relax, catch up on personal activities or run errands. - Buying groceries saves new parents precious time.veggie stand image by Mat Hayward from Fotolia.com
Feedings and diaper changing consume the first few months of a new baby's life. New parents do not have an abundance of free time, so an order of groceries is a great gift. Offer to stay and cook dinner as an added bonus. - A pre-made dinner is a new parent's dream.dinner dish image by Maria Brzostowska from Fotolia.com
Dinner gift certificates provide new parents with a great meal---and no dirty dishes. Choose a parent's favorite restaurant, preferably one that provides takeout. Remember, new parents have limited time, and takeout allows them to spend more time with their new baby instead of making dinner. - New parents definitely need help with the laundry.laundry dial image by Sirena Designs from Fotolia.com
New parents spend more time caring for baby and less time cleaning house. Visit and offer to clean the bathrooms, do dishes or fold laundry. A new mom will appreciate having a clean bathroom and clean towels when she gets time to shower. - A glass of wine allows Mom to indulge herself after a long nine months.white wine and red wine image by jimcox40 from Fotolia.com
Pregnancy is a time of great joy but also many limits. Provide Mom and Dad with a basket full of indulgences considered taboo during pregnancy. A bottle of wine, a six pack of beer or some coffee (which helps after those late nights) can make a long day a little easier to deal with. - Parenting magazines offer new moms and dads strategies for parenting.baby read the magazine image by Anatoly Tiplyashin from Fotolia.com
Buy new parents a gift subscription to a parenting, gossip or other beloved magazine. New parents can gain insight and tips or just indulge in a desired pastime during baby's nap time.
