Best Gift Ideas for New Grandparents

Empty Nest Blessed by Suzy Mighell
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I became a grandparent back in January, and (No surprise, here!), I’m a BIG fan of it! Our sweet girl is nine months old and she has brought so much joy into our family! I think being a grandmother is a sacred and precious gift, and I know I join so many of you who would wholeheartedly agree!

When I became a grandmother, several of my closest friends were kind enough to gift me with the most thoughtful grandmother gifts. I must say, I was kind of surprised! If you’ve been hanging around here for a while now, you know I try to stay SO in the KNOW 😂, but honestly (somehow!) I didn’t know that grandparent gifts were a thing!

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Personalized 18K Pavé Custom Nameplate Necklace | Pink Cashmere Sweater | Pearl & Gold Huggie Earrings

I thought it would be fun to round up some of my favorite gift ideas for new grandparents! These are ideas for new grandparent friends, family members, or feel free to gift yourself! I did!😊 When I became a grandmother, my first purchase was THIS 18K Pavé Custom Nameplate Necklace from Baublebar! It just so happens to be 20% off right now! My grandmother name is LouLou, which is a derivative of Louise—my middle name. I wear this necklace almost every day!

Gift Ideas for New Grandparents

When I became a grandmother, my friend Carol gave me THIS Baby Bible Stories book. She said it was her children’s favorite because it combines stories about Jesus with hand motions and other actions. Each story ends with a prayer. How precious is that? Now that’s a personal gift. I love the book Carol gave me, and I read it to Lily whenever she comes over.

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Oh Baby! Personalized Heart Stationery | Oh Baby! Personalized Wavy Notepad | Pink Cashmere Sweater | 18K Pavé Custom Nameplate Necklace | Pearl & Gold Huggie Earrings | Pearl Apple Watch Band

When Carol became a grandmother a few weeks ago, I wanted to gift her something special! I found these darling Oh Baby! Personalized Wavy Notepads at Joy Creative Shop (in their Oh Baby Collection) and ordered one with her grandmother name on it. (Honey!)

While I was at it, I also ordered THIS Oh Baby! Personalized Heart Stationery with the baby’s name that Carol could pass along to her daughter.

I’ve rounded up some of my favorite gift ideas for new grandparents in the boutique below. I’ve included ideas for both new grandmothers and new grandfathers! Some of them are timeless, classic keepsakes, and some of them are gifts new grandparents will be able to enjoy with their grandchildren. (Like the Baby Bible Stories book Carol gave me or THESE darling grandmother/grandaughter matching aprons that are similar to the set my friend Shannon gave me.)

Click through on any link below for more information. As I write this, several of the jewelry items I’ve linked are 20% off right now at Baublebar with code HURRY, so be sure to take advantage of this sale! Gift-giving season is right around the corner!

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  1. My daughter and son in law gave us a digital camera frame before our first grandson was born. At the time we lived 700 miles away (and it was Covid), so we couldn’t visit very much. Our son in law texted us a photo daily, so we added those photos. Now we live 35 minutes away, but we still get a morning photo of our now two grandsons most days. Being a grandparent is the very, very best.

    1. Arna,

      Thank you so much for sharing this precious family tradition! Congratulations on raising such a thoughtful son! I agree that Digital Photo frames (HERE is the link for the one I recommend: https://amzn.to/3M7vX7u) make the most wonderful gift. (They’re great for holiday gifts as well – especially for loved ones who live far away!)

      You were so kind to share with us, Arna! Thank you for reading Empty Nest Blessed and thank you again for adding your precious story!

      xoxo
      Suzy

    1. Carol,

      I didn’t even ask you first! 🫣 Sorry about that! I didn’t want to embarrass you!

      Your beautiful and meaningful gift to me started this whole thing! 😊😘

      She is a precious doll, and I know you’ll make the best Honey!

      xoxo
      Suzy

  2. This is such a timely article for me—I am a soon-to-be new grandma! I love your gift ideas; and as my birthday is this month, I may just treat myself!

    1. Lori,

      Hahaha! I look for any excuse to do that! Go for it, Grandma!

      Would love to know your grandmother name! Please do share if you’re comfortable!!!

      xoxo
      Suzy

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