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35 Thoughtful Gifts for New Grandparents Who Deserve the Freaking World

Grandma and Grandpa deserve all the hype.

By Hanna Flanagan, Daisy Maldonado and Jamie Ballard
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A new baby in the fam is exciting for everyone—but especially grandparents… because they get all the love and sweetness and cuddles without any of the stress of actually raising a child lol. So yeah, the promotion from parent to grandparent is a milestone moment that calls for a very thoughtful gift! It needs to be a special item that says "Congrats, I’m so happy for you!" or, if you're the new mama shopping for your parents or in-laws, "Thanks in advance for all the babysitting we’re going to ask you to do."

Below, you'll find the 35 best gifts for new grandparents to buy in 2023—including personalized gifts that’ll give them all the feels, practical presents that’ll come in handy when they watch their new bundle of joy, and even a few luxury gifts that'll show them how much you appreciate their help. Whether they’re world travelers or love to whip up a ~fancy~ dinner and a batch of cocktails, I'm sure you'll find something they'll love. So even if you’ve already given them the gift of a grandchild, here are 35 of the best gifts for new grandparents you can buy now.

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this monthly subscription for book lovers

Audible Subscription

Subscription
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this monthly subscription for book lovers

Audible Subscription

$8 at Audible

If they love reading but have a hard time doing it these days—due to fatigue, vision problems, or something else—gifting an Audible subscription will make their day.

2
this non-stick ceramic pan

Our Place Oven Pan

Oven Pan
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this non-stick ceramic pan

Our Place Oven Pan

If you thought your grandma was a good baker already, just wait 'til she gets her hands on this state-of-the-art oven pan! It doubles up as a griddle for the stovetop, plus it comes with a matching oven mat.

3
this sentimental coffee table book

UncommonGoods New York Times Custom Birthday Book

New York Times Custom Birthday Book
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this sentimental coffee table book

UncommonGoods New York Times Custom Birthday Book

This customizable keepsake is essentially a compilation of New York Times front pages from each year since the giftee’s birth—just enter their birthday and UncommonGoods will do the rest! It’s ideal for history buffs and/or people who have lived a nice long life, like grandparents.

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4
this portable massage mat

Sharper Image Heated Full Body Massage Mat

Heated Full Body Massage Mat
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this portable massage mat

Sharper Image Heated Full Body Massage Mat

Now 20% Off

This portable mat will be a godsend for relieving their aches and pains! It uses nine motors, an optional heat function, and seven vibration modes to target the neck and shoulder area, upper and lower back, legs, or the full body.

5
this easy-to-roll suitcase

Béis The Large Check-In Roller

The Large Check-In Roller
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this easy-to-roll suitcase

Béis The Large Check-In Roller

For the world traveler grandparent whose retirement fund is being put to good use (goalssss, am I right?), a high-quality suitcase will drastically improve their airport experience. This expandable one has a durable hardshell, 360-degree rolling wheels, and thoughtfully-designed interior compartments.

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this sustainably-made sweater

Cuyana Recycled Cashmere Soft Wrap Sweater

Recycled Cashmere Soft Wrap Sweater
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this sustainably-made sweater

Cuyana Recycled Cashmere Soft Wrap Sweater

It’s timeless, versatile, and so easy to style. The luxurious recycled cashmere will keep your sweet grandmother nice and warm.

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7
this high-tech picture frame

Skylight Digital Picture Frame

Digital Picture Frame
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this high-tech picture frame

Skylight Digital Picture Frame

The grandparents will love this. You can email pictures directly to the frame’s email address, and they’ll appear instantly. So every time you snap a cute new pic of the baby, you can make it show up in the frame immediately. Then grandma and grandpa can tap the heart button on the photo to say thanks. How cute is that??

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this time capsule book

Pottery Barn Kids Letters To My Grandchild Book

Letters To My Grandchild Book
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this time capsule book

Pottery Barn Kids Letters To My Grandchild Book

This really sweet gift will eventually become an even sweeter gift for the baby. With this book, grandparents can take their time to write down their hopes and dreams for their lil grandbaby while sharing wisdom from their own lives by using 12 different prompts. And once they're done and feel the time is right, they can share a piece of themselves with their beloved grandchild.

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this keepsake kit

Baby Mushroom Baby Handprint & Footprint Keepsake Photo Frame Kit

Baby Handprint & Footprint Keepsake Photo Frame Kit
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this keepsake kit

Baby Mushroom Baby Handprint & Footprint Keepsake Photo Frame Kit

Now 34% Off
Credit: Amazon

Grandma and Grandpa will love this keepsake gift. The kit comes with everything you need: clay, a stencil kit, a frame, and more. Just add baby feet.

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10
these fun mugs

Everyday Hero Co. Promoted to Grandma/Grandpa Mugs

Promoted to Grandma/Grandpa Mugs
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these fun mugs

Everyday Hero Co. Promoted to Grandma/Grandpa Mugs

Credit: Amazon

These mugs would be a super-cute way to surprise your parents with the news that there’s a new arrival on the way. But even if the new baby is already here, we’re sure the Grandma and Grandpa will love these mugs.

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this sweet picture frame

PersonalizationMall Personalized Picture Frame

Personalized Picture Frame
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this sweet picture frame

PersonalizationMall Personalized Picture Frame

Credit: Etsy/PersonalizationMall

This personalized photo frame would be a precious addition to their living room display of family photos.

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this personalized art

Canary Road Grandparent & Grandchildren Two State Print

Grandparent & Grandchildren Two State Print
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this personalized art

Canary Road Grandparent & Grandchildren Two State Print

Credit: Amazon

If the new grandparents live in another state, this sweet personalized print reminds them that they’re still always close to your family’s heart.

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13
this fill-in-the-blank journal

UncommonGoods "My Life Story So Far" Memory Journal

"My Life Story So Far" Memory Journal
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this fill-in-the-blank journal

UncommonGoods "My Life Story So Far" Memory Journal

Credit: UncommonGoods

This journal has tons of meaningful prompts like, “A favorite adventure with my siblings” and “cultural and world events when I was growing up.” New grandparents can fill it out and add pictures or other memorabilia. Consider it a thoughtful way to learn more about your family and pass memories down to future generations.

14
this all-in-one nursery setup

Baby Trend Nursery Center

Nursery Center
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this all-in-one nursery setup

Baby Trend Nursery Center

Now 22% Off
Credit: Amazon

For grandparents who will be babysitting regularly, this is a perfect gift. It’s a changing table, bassinet, and play center that has compartments for diapers, wipes and other essentials. Plus, it folds up easily, so they can store it away when it’s not in use.

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this personalized welcome mat

WoodbyStu Custom Welcome Mat

Custom Welcome Mat
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this personalized welcome mat

WoodbyStu Custom Welcome Mat

Credit: Etsy/WoodbyStu

This welcome mat really says it all. Grandma and Grandpa will be so excited to set it out on the front porch as soon as they unwrap it.

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this brag board of photos

VILIGHT 'Grandma’s Brag Board' Photo Holder

'Grandma’s Brag Board' Photo Holder
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this brag board of photos

VILIGHT 'Grandma’s Brag Board' Photo Holder

Credit: Amazon

Trust me, Grandma will be thrilled to hang this "brag board" with photos of all her favorite people.

17
this gorgeous travel bag

Beis The Weekender

The Weekender
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this gorgeous travel bag

Beis The Weekender

Nothing says “please come visit soon” like a pretty duffel bag. Grandma will already be pre-planning her next trip when she sees this gift.

18
this funny organizer

GIFTAGIRL Grandparents Mug and Wine Glass Holder

Grandparents Mug and Wine Glass Holder
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this funny organizer

GIFTAGIRL Grandparents Mug and Wine Glass Holder

Credit: Amazon

If you want a gift that will give them a chuckle, this hanging organizer to hold coffee mugs and wine glasses will do the trick.

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this colorful apron

UncommonGoods Repurposed Sari Patchwork Apron

Repurposed Sari Patchwork Apron
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this colorful apron

UncommonGoods Repurposed Sari Patchwork Apron

Credit: UncommonGoods

Whether they’re baking cookies, grilling, or whipping up a gourmet meal, any grandparent will love this one-of-a-kind colorful apron made of repurposed sari swatches.

20
this sleek photo calendar

Artifact Uprising Custom Brass Photo Calendar

Custom Brass Photo Calendar
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this sleek photo calendar

Artifact Uprising Custom Brass Photo Calendar

Credit: Artifact Uprising

Grandma and Grandpa can count down the days until their next visit with the grandkid using this personalized photo calendar.

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Hanna Flanagan

Hanna Flanagan is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, sharing her recommendations for everything from denim and eye creams to coffee mugs and silk sheets. Before joining Cosmopolitan, she wrote fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content at People (so, yes, she’s basically a professional product tester at this point). Follow her on Instagram for photos of Timothée Chalamet and #OOTD mirror pics. 

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Associate Shopping Editor

Daisy Maldonado is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan who loves writing about fashion trends, must-have beauty products, and digital culture. When she's not writing, you can almost certainly find her shopping (she knows her credit card numbers by heart) or obsessing over celebrity news. Although she’s acquired an extensive closet over the years, her favorite item she owns is a Harry Styles Love On Tour hoodie she purchased at his concert in Manchester. Daisy's work has appeared on Refinery29, The Daily Beast, E! News, Allure and more. Keep up with all of her chaotic travels, NYC life and fashionable moments on her Instagram. 

Headshot of Jamie Ballard
Contributing Writer

Jamie Ballard (she/her) is a freelance writer and editor who covers news, lifestyle, and entertainment topics, including sex and relationships, TV, movies, books, health, pets, food and drinks, pop culture, shopping, and personal finance. She regularly contributes to Cosmopolitan, Woman’s Day, Good Housekeeping, and YouGov, among other publications. When she’s not working, you can find her running, traveling, or scrolling TikTok. Follow her on Twitter.

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