20 Gifts That New Parents Actually Want to Receive

Though unassuming at first glance, this modern sound machine is truly a miracle worker for new parents. Not only is it easy to use and access via a smartphone app, but it also comes with a special time-to-rise setting that will help their little one adjust to a sleep schedule. Plus, the lights and sounds are customizable!

The greatest gift you can give new parents? Some peace of mind while their little one sleeps through the night. With more than 1,400 positive reviews and an average 4.5-star rating, this Owlet Smart Sock is a huge hit with parents, as it wraps around their baby's foot and monitors the child's heart rate and oxygen levels (and sends updates straight to their phones).

You know the rule, "Never wake a sleeping baby"? With this sweet hanging sign for bebé's door, the new parents will be able to share that message with visitors. Choose between the pink and blue hues, both of which have a timeless appeal, or shop both so they have one for the front door and one for the nursery as well.

Help them document their little one's major monthly milestones with this Insta-worthy muslin blanket and matching milestone cards, from one day to one year.

Babies spend a lot of time in their beds, so gift the new parents with high-end, ultra-comfy crib sheets. This cute bundle from Brooklinen's Brooklittles collection comes with a quilt, two crib sheets and three swaddle blankets in fun, gender-neutral patterns and colors.

A family-friendly activity, precious piece of wall art and keepsake all in one, this personalized canvas growth chart will allow them to track their little one's height over the first few years. And since the chart comes in three classic hues, it's sure to fit in with their nursery, too.

To be clear, this is not a gift for the new baby — just the parents! But when those sleep-training nights get really rough, they'll appreciate having this picture book called Go the F**k to Sleep on hand to make them laugh and remind them that they're not the only ones losing it!

There's some truth to that joke that new moms never get to enjoy a hot cup of coffee since they're so busy taking care of everyone else. If you really want to spoil your loved one, treat them to this coffee warmer. It'll heat up their cup in two minutes and keep it hot for hours.

Since they'll likely be spending a lot more time at home (and a lot of time pacing the floor to lull baby to sleep), these unisex slippers will not go unused or unappreciated by a new mom or dad. Made from 100-percent natural wool, these Danish slippers are designed to contour to your feet over time.

Help them maintain some calm through the chaos with this iRobot Roomba 675 Vacuum Cleaner. (With Wi-Fi Connectivity, we might add.) After they download the app, the new parents can schedule cleanings with the press of a button and have one less thing to worry about.

This 33-piece kit will help Mom jump-start her postpartum recovery right after giving birth and help her make it through the first few weeks with everything in reach.

Perfect for when she needs a little pick-me-up, this set of five eye masks will brighten and de-puff the under-eye area. Just let the new mom know that she can stick these patches in the fridge for about a minute to achieve a spectacular soothing effect. Pair the masks with a rose quartz facial roller for a real treat.

It's hard enough for them to charge their own batteries, let alone their phones — so they'd probably (read: definitely) appreciate this charging hub. The device is compatible with the Apple Watch, as well as iPhones 5 through X, and will fit neatly on their nearest tabletop.

This insulated beverage and essentials caddy stretches to hold bottles and coffee cups securely while providing easy access to their most important items, making frequent neighborhood walks a bit easier.

Celebrate baby's very first Christmas and remember it for years with this keepsake two-sided ornament that features every important detail from baby's arrival.

Whether it's for their desk, kitchen counter or mantel, this personalized photo calendar will showcase the new parents' sweetest baby memories every month of the year.

The new baby is bound to have plenty of toys, but what about a place to put them all? This plastic tub features a large capacity to hold rubber duckies, toy boats and more when your baby isn't in the bath.

Sure, it's a gift for the new baby, but really it's a gift for Mom and Dad. Free of BPA, phthalates, lead and more (it's chewy on both sides, too!), this silicone taco will soothe a little one's gums and make for a hilarious photo op.

They'll breathe a huge sigh of relief when they open this bamboo bowl and spoon set, which secure via suction cups. (Three cheers for a mess-free dining experience!) The bowl and spoon are both hypoallergenic and free from harmful chemicals.

Who knew that a cute breast pumping bag actually existed? Equipped with multiple pockets and a messenger strap, this stylish and inconspicuous setup will make it easier for new moms to transport and organize pump parts.