Funny Parent Blog — Contributor Post

Unique and Humorous Gifts Parents Would Love to Have 0

Gift shopping can be quite tricky, especially when you’re buying for parents who already have everything they need. Asking what they would like for their birthday or anniversary, or for input on Mother’s Day ideas, totally destroys the element of surprise. Besides, if you do ask and get an answer, chances are that it won’t be that helpful. You’ll get something like, “Don’t bring gifts, just come home,” or “Call us more.”

But you’re not falling for any of that!

Here is a short guide to buying the perfect gift for your parents, whether Mother’s Day or Father’s Day is coming up, or a birthday, holiday, or anniversary, or you just want to be a good son, daughter, or spouse.

Birthday Gift Ideas to Impress Your Leo Mom 0

A Leo mom is fiery and adventurous and if you have one, you probably have a treasure trove of great stories to tell with her as the center of attention. When thinking of birthday gifts for her, keep in mind those most memorable moments. Whether it was living it up at karaoke night or shushing down the slopes, you have been there to witness her at her finest. Celebrate her fierceness and impress her with something from the heart. After all, moms cherish fond memories more than anything else and your birthday gift to her should be something special.

4 Christmas Gift Ideas to Delight the Parents in Your Life 0

Like the song says, Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year. Getting together with the family and sharing good times around the tree is what Christmas is all about. Of course, there's also a lot of stress around the holidays. You want to make sure everything is just right. You want to make Mom and Dad happy by getting them gifts they'll genuinely enjoy and you want parents of little ones to get a chance to relax and enjoy the holidays. Unless you have the means to buy everyone a luxury sedan or an all expense paid trip to the Poconos, You're going to need a Christmas gift given from the heart rather than the wallet. The best gifts are the ones that bring a smile and don’t leave you broke by the New Year.

Buying a Christmas Gift for a New Mom or New Dad 0

Why do Babies Get All the Gifts?

Sure, the new baby is all stocked up with everything that a newborn could possibly need, but what about Christmas presents for the new mom or dad? Diapers are always appreciated by parents, but they don’t really last and babies don’t treat them particularly well. The baby shower usually handles most of the baby’s major needs, like car seats and cribs. What about making sure that this Christmas, parents with babies, either on the way or newly arrived, feel the love as well?

Don’t Be That Person

When considering Christmas gift ideas, don’t be that person who only thinks about the baby’s needs. Or the friend who thinks that the loudest baby toys are the funniest baby toys. That death glare delivered by the new parent after they open your gift? That’s real. They’re not amused.

Make your gift to the new, happy parents stand out, be appreciated, and be remembered!

5 Must-Haves for a New Father: Funny Gift Ideas for New Dads 0

Get the Baby Daddy in your family something to celebrate his new role! Caught in the whirlwind of being a new parent, today’s dads dive right in with the diaper changing, bottle washing, and baby rocking. Dads are wonderfully quirky, and their gifts should remind them of just how much their quirkiness is appreciated. Read on to learn about some funny gift ideas for the new dad in your life, that will be sure to give him some perspective while he cares for his newborn, along with a good chuckle.

Humorous Christmas Gift Ideas for Stressed-out Parents 0

There are a whole host of crazy, heart-warming, stressful, and magical situations familiar to parents all across the world. If you’re looking for Christmas gift ideas for stressed-out parents, you may be able to use some of these situations as a launching point. Find something to help them relax, brighten their day, give them a chuckle and some perspective, and make their Christmas less stressful and more special!