Baby monitor camera
Ideal for families with multiple children or those needing to monitor different rooms, this system allows simultaneous viewing from several cameras.
Usually over $100
Shop by person
Gifts for new parents
11 gift ideas tagged for new parents, across 77 categories. Every card opens Amazon.ca or Amazon.com in your store.
Buying for new parents often means guessing what the registry missed and what they already own twice. Soft swaddling blankets and a well-made play mat tend to land, since both get daily use and last well past the first few weeks.
Where to look
Categories with the most for new parents
Showing 1–11 of 11
Dual zone air fryer
This innovative appliance allows for cooking two different foods at separate temperatures and times simultaneously, perfect for meal prepping.
Usually over $100
Efficient modern pressure cooker
A time-saving tool for busy cooks, this appliance significantly reduces cooking times for tough cuts of meat, beans, and grains while locking in flavor.
Usually over $100
Ergonomic buckle baby carrier
This carrier offers comfortable support for both parent and child, ideal for hands-free adventures and daily tasks.
Usually over $100
Extended range baby monitor
Perfect for larger homes or properties, this monitor maintains a strong, clear connection over greater distances, ensuring parents stay connected.
Usually over $100
High-definition video baby monitor
Provides both audio and visual monitoring, giving parents comprehensive oversight of their baby's nursery from anywhere in the house.
Usually over $100
Robotic floor cleaning vacuum
An automated cleaner that maintains floors effortlessly, ideal for busy households seeking convenience in their daily routine.
Usually over $100
Spacious family camping tent
Perfect for families or groups, this tent offers ample interior space and comfortable standing room for extended stays at a campsite.
Usually over $100
Under-mattress movement sensor monitor
Designed to detect a baby's subtle movements, this monitor offers an additional layer of reassurance for parents concerned about their infant's well-being.
Usually over $100
Wagon with canopy
This adaptable wagon offers shade and flexible seating options, perfect for outings with young children or pets at parks and events.
Usually over $100
Wearable infant health monitor
This device gently attaches to the baby to track vital signs like heart rate and oxygen levels, providing detailed insights directly to a parent's device.
Usually over $100
How to choose for new parents
- Check the registry first, then pick an unclaimed item or an extra of something used up quickly.
- Choose swaddles and receiving blankets in soft, washable fabrics, since several can get used in one day.
- Pick a play mat or gym that folds or stores flat if they live in a smaller home.
- Stick to neutral colours and patterns unless the parents have shared a nursery theme.
Usually safe to skip
- Large gear bought off-registry, which often duplicates something already chosen.
- Toys meant for older kids that sit unused for a year or more.
- Baby mobiles or decor that clash with a nursery already set up.
Questions people ask about gifts for new parents
- What should I buy for a baby shower if the registry is done?
- Go for items families need several of, such as swaddling blankets or pacifiers and teethers. A small baby gift set is also easy to use without duplicating bigger gear.
- Is a baby monitor a good gift for new parents?
- It can be, but only if they don't already have one. Ask first or include a gift receipt, since monitors are a common registry item that often gets bought early.
- When will a baby use a play mat?
- Many babies start enjoying a play mat or gym within the first couple of months, and plenty of families keep using one well into the first year for floor play.