28 Christmas Gifts for Parents to Secure Your Spot As Their Favorite

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While it fills them with joy to see their children opening the latest and greatest toys on Christmas morning, we know every parent loves opening gifts, too! While we may not be able to fit the world and more under their Christmas tree, giving them one of the best Christmas gifts for parents is the next best thing. Whether they’re new to the whole parenting thing or have been holding the titles for years now, there’s a Christmas gift for all parents out there.

To help you on this important gifting journey, we put together a list of the best Christmas gifts for parents that are guaranteed to make you their favorite. We feature trending picks, products we’ve tested and love, and presents our own parents sealed with their stamp of approval. From a heated foot massager to a personalized throw blanket to a card game meant to bring the family closer together, you’re sure to find something worthy of being under their tree. Whether you’re shopping for Mom, Dad, or both parents, we included gifts any parent will be happy to unwrap this Christmas.

Foot Massager with Heat

Whether they’re up all night with a newborn or running around all day with the kids, a foot massage will allow any parent to take a moment for themselves. This foot massager has 18 rotating nodes and a gentle heating function for an even more relaxing experience, making it one of the most thoughtful Christmas gifts for parents.

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Wordle The Party Game

The Wordle party game brings the popular New York Times game to life. One player writes down the 5-letter secret word, while the other players take turns to guess the 5-letter secret word in the fewest tries in order to win. Your parents can play alone for date night fun or break it out when hosting for board game fun.

MasterClass Subscription

Whether they’re retired or just have free time to fill, your parents can pick up some exciting new skills with a MasterClass subscription. Through a series of online classes, your parents will learn from experts in different fields like tennis from Serena Williams, cooking from Gordon Ramsay, and writing from James Patterson.

Original Two-Tone Memory Foam Slippers

What’s cuter than matching slippers? Your parents will look absolutely adorable with these two-toned slippies from RockDove. It has a strong bottom sole and memory-foam insoles that will conform to their feet to provide comfy support and reduce stress. Grab this pair for your dad and shop this pair for your mom.

Royal Mink Sherpa Cabernet Heated Throw

While they binge the latest and greatest on the couch or are settling into a well-deserved nap, let this heated throw safely keep your parents warm and snuggly with its sherpa lining, four distinct heat settings, and auto-shutoff after 4 hours. Plus, it’s machine-washable and dryer-safe for hassle-free maintenance.

Wooden Birthday Calendar

If you’re part of a big family, this Christmas gift for parents will help them keep track of everyone’s birthday for the upcoming year and beyond. It includes an engraved board with everything needed to hang it as well as 50 circle wood tags and 50 heart wood tags to fill with important birthdays.

Candle Warmer Lamp

This stylish candle warmer lamp features a modern design and will slowly burn your parents' favorite candles without the trouble of an open flame. It also has auto shut-off functions, so they can say goodbye to the days of worrying about whether or not they put out the candle.

Bilingual Card Game

This Christmas gift for parents will have everyone talking. This card game is designed to help bridge language barriers and spark conversations to ultimately help you understand your parents much better. While this edition is in English, it's available in other editions, including Spanish, Chinese, and French.

Personalized Throw Blanket

This Christmas gift for your parents is one they will never want to let go of. You can customize this throw with the names and photos of the lucky couple you get to call your parents. It’s available in three sizes and two materials — fleece and sherpa.

Scratch-Off Adventure Book

Whether they’re enjoying retirement or looking for new ideas for date night away from the children, this Christmas gift for parents will help them grow closer as a couple. It features 50 scratch-off date ideas for them to complete and space to document the experience to remember for years to come.

Royal Check Blue Enamel Casserbole

They’ll want to bring the showstopper of a dish out for all their guests to see. Hand-glazed and hand-painted, this enamel dish features a bronzed stainless steel rim, a lid with stainless steel knob with an antique brass finish, and is safe up to 400°F.

Canvas Utility Apron

This utility apron is perfect for the parents who are always planting, watering, or caring for something green. It has pockets for their phone, gardening gloves, and more.

“This apron is made from durable canvas fabric and features multiple pockets for holding essential gardening tools. The green fabric and leather trim give it a stylish and sophisticated look, perfect for any dedicated gardener,” recommends Lina Cowley, senior editor at Trimmed Roots, in our list of gifts for plant lovers.

Bennett Necklace

Your recipient can hold their nearest and dearest close to their heart with this disk necklace. You can personalize it with initial tags for all of their children. It’s available in four finishes and a variety of chain lengths.

Digital Photo Frame

Whether they’re first-time parents or have been around for multiple generations, this digital photo frame will put a smile on any parent’s face. It features adjustable viewing settings and photos and videos can be added via the free Aura app.

Pro tip: Preload it with their favorite family photos beforehand for a sweet Christmas morning surprise.

Vino Italiano Red Wine Gift Box

Your parents will enjoy this Christmas gift when they finally have a moment to themselves after a long day. This wine gift basket is filled with a bottle of red wine and tasty treats like sesame crackers, chocolate chip cookies, and more.

“For just under $65, it includes biscotti, hazelnut spread (which I couldn't get enough of), and a bottle of really high-quality Italian Sangiovese wine. I personally never had a Sangiovese before, but after cracking open this gift basket, I'm officially a fan. It's dry with a lot of tannins, but it isn't harsh on the palate the way some dry wines are. Plus, when paired with the divine chocolates in this basket, it's perfectly balanced,” explains our senior parenting editor, Cat Bowen, in their list of best wine gift baskets.

Chateaubriand Surf & Turf

Treat your recipients to a delicious five-course dinner (with or without the kids) with this Christmas gift for parents. This 10-piece set includes a Butcher's Cut Chateaubriand, Wild Argentinian Red Shrimp, smashed red potatoes, chocolate molten lava cakes, and more.

I recently surprised my parents with an Omaha Steaks gift set and they enjoyed every item. In addition to the great taste, they mentioned how much they liked the convenience of having a complete steak dinner delivered to their door.

Batter Dispenser

Let’s be real: Making pancakes at home is a time-consuming, messy ordeal. Improve the experience with this unique kitchen gadget.

From pancakes to cupcakes, this batter dispenser allows for easy pouring without fumbling with a ladle. It has a wide mouth opening to quickly fill, measure lines for portion control and a drip-free spout to keep batter off of their counters.

Smart Garden

Bring the greenery into their home with this indoor garden. Our editors love it, and we’re sure your parents will too! It features a grow light and water reservoir to help plants grow and flourish with minimal effort. It comes with three basil pods to get them started, but there are over 50 other plant pods to purchase.

"The Click & Grow Smart Garden 3 offers a foolproof way to grow up to three separate plants at a time with a simple and sleek indoor setup. Through an automated watering system and powerful LED lighting, it provides the right amount of light, water, and nutrients to turn tiny seedlings into healthy sprouts," says our contributing editor, Zarah Kavarana, in their review.

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Loveseat Camping Chair

Whether they’re spending a day at the beach together or roasting marshmallows with the kiddos by the campfire, this camping chair will quickly become their favorite gift. Kelty’s loveseat camping chair has enough room for two, a steel frame construction, and insulated beverage holders on each armrest for their convenience.

The Everywhere Bag

Whether they’re catching flights or hopping onto trains, the Everywhere Bag from Away makes the best companion. It features a roomy main compartment with zipper closure, a detachable padded shoulder strap for comfort, and a 15-inch laptop pocket to keep their tech safe as they travel. Plus, the water-resistant nylon is prepared to handle whatever the day will bring.

Compact Iron & Steamer

Spare them the hassle of lugging around a heavy steamer or risking burns from an iron with this nifty gadget. It has six heat settings, a steam reservoir, elongated arms to reach the center of your clothing, and can iron both sides of your garments at the same time to quickly eliminate wrinkles.

Plus, its lightweight, compact design makes it the best travel companion.

Apple AirTag

This Christmas gift will help even the most forgetful parents find their iPhones and other belongings. When they mark their items as lost, they’ll get notifications if it pops up on any Find My network. Whether their items are close by or halfway across the world, the Apple AirTag will make their search a million times easier.

It's also available in a pack of four.

Silk Eye Pillow for Sleep

Block out light and soothe your parents’ tired eyes with this gift under $25. This weighted eye pillow is made of 100% silk, has an adjustable strap, and is filled with lavender to help them relax in total luxury. It also comes with a gel eye mask, perfect for chilling to help cool and reduce puffy eyes.

Temperature Control Smart Mug

With the millions of things on any parent’s to-do list, hot coffee is bound to go cold. Keep their drinks warm with Ember’s smart mug. They can control it with their smartphone via the Ember app, and it’ll maintain their preferred sipping temperature to prevent the annoying trip to the microwave.

"Similar to a classic coffee mug, Ember’s version will hold 10 ounces of liquid. The temperature ranges from 120 to 145 degrees Fahrenheit, and it’s possible to switch the temperature reading to Celsius through the app. Consider how temperature affects the satisfaction of a sip, from keeping taste buds fully functioning and enhancing the notes of a particular blend, to providing a physical warmth that’s soothing in the middle of a stress-packed office day. Trust: When your drink is the right temp, you can conquer anything in the morning," says our former parenting editor, Dana Baardsen, in their review.

Wine Purifier With Hand-Blown Decanter

Give your parents the pleasure of enjoying wine sans headaches with this wine purifier. It aerates and reduces sulfites by over 80% from wine. It also comes with a beautiful hand-blown decanter for easy serving.

Thanks to the Üllo Wine Purifier, our former senior electronics editor, Brandon Carte, can finally enjoy wine. “If you love wine like me but hate the side effects that come with it, you need to invest in the Üllo. It's a small, travel-friendly wine purifier that rests comfortably on your wine glass or one of Üllo's handsome decanters. It can also aerate (add air) to your wine to improve its flavor while it removes the sulfites from it,” explains Carte in their review.

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Color Series Photo Book

No parent could ever resist a family photo album, making it the best Christmas gift for parents. Surprise your parents with this custom photo book filled with your favorite family moments for them to revisit for years to come. It features a soft-touch cover and 100% recycled pages.

Warby Parker Gift Card

If your parents are always misplacing their glasses, this gift card is here to help. From new reading specs to flashy sunnies, Warby Parker will have your parents seeing the world in total style. Best of all, Warby Parker allows you to try on five pairs for free without ever leaving the house.

Featherweight Cashmere Silk Fringe Scarf

If your mom is always cold, this scarf will make the best Christmas gift for her. Made with 50% cashmere and 50% silk, it’s lightweight and soft to the touch. It features long fringe borders for an update on the classic look, so she will stay warm in total style.

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