Key Takeaways

• Our picks for the best gift ideas for new grandparents blend the practical  with the sentimental.
• The gift ideas in this gift guide range from $15–$245.
• Personalized gifts or presents that include family photos are popular choices for new grandparents.

Grandparents can play an important role in a child’s upbringing, and becoming a first-time grandparent is a time worth celebrating.

For those wondering how you can show your care and support, our Reviews Team has you covered. We’ve put together a list of the best gifts for new grandparents, ranging from practical tech to decorative keepsakes.

Read on to see 13 unique gift ideas and learn how to select a thoughtful gift for a new grandma or grandpa in your life.

Best gifts for new grandparents in 2024

• Aura Carver Mat
• Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Adult Robe
• Uncommon Goods Letters to My Grandchild Keepsake Book
• Wonderbly I Love Grandad/Grandpa This Much
• Made by Mary Disc Necklace
• Minted Wonder Calendar
• Personalization Mall A Grandparent Is Born Personalized Frame
• Uncommon Goods Shadowbox Kit

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Aura Carver Mat

Our take on the Aura Carver Mat

The Aura Carver Mat is a digital photo frame with a free companion appⓘ An application that can be downloaded onto a mobile smart device such as a smartphone or a tablet that is meant to be used with a specific product or service that displays photos and videos on a 10.1-inch high-resolution screen. Families can upload as many photos and videos as they wish via the app, email, or web browser, so grandparents can see new pictures of their grandchildren whenever they want. When sent as a gift, the shopper can remotely upload a video or personal message to the device, invite others to upload their own media, and link the device to Wi-Fi. Its remote setup and user-friendly app design make the Carver Mat frame really easy to use straight out of the box.

Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Adult Robe

Our take on the Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Adult Robe

The Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Adult Robe is available in men’s and women’s sizes in a range of neutral colors, along with pinks and blues. If you have a new grandparent coming to stay with you for more than a few days, it could be a nice surprise to give them a robe to lounge in while they’re helping around the house and with the new baby. They’ll feel appreciated—and cozy—while supporting you and your family.

Uncommon Goods Letters to My Grandchild Keepsake Book

Our take on the Uncommon Goods Letters to My Grandchild Keepsake Book

This Uncommon Goods keepsake book is a creative way for grandparents to show their love and affection for their grandchildren. The book comes with 12 writing prompts for grandmas and grandpas to fill with advice, words of encouragement, and entertaining stories to keep memories alive for future generations. You can set “open dates” for years in advance so grandchildren can open the letters on special occasions or major milestones and feel a heartfelt connection as they grow.

Artifact Uprising Hardcover Milestone Photo Book

Our take on the Artifact Uprising Hardcover Milestone Photo Book

Artifact Uprising is a brand that specializes in customizable printed photo products made from recycled and reclaimed materials. Its hardcover photo book captures meaningful moments around a common theme, great for grandparents who want to cherish precious memories from their grandkids’ early years. You can personalize elements of the book to complement your taste, including the cover color, dust jacket size, paper, and printing type. 

Wonderbly I Love Grandad/Grandpa This Much

Our take on the Wonderbly I Love Grandad/Grandpa This Much

Wonderbly’s customized storybook allows you to create a story that puts your family members directly onto the pages. Grandkids will love seeing their names alongside the names of their grandparents. There’s also an option to add a dedication up to 10 lines long. You can surprise a new grandparent with a book that they can read to their grandchildren for years to come.

Made by Mary Grandma Disc Necklace

Our take on the Made by Mary Grandma Disc Necklace

Grandparents who love delicate jewelry will appreciate this disc necklace by the brand Made by Mary. It comes in one of three finishes to complement different tastes and will last for many years with proper care. You can customize the necklace with any name a grandparent goes by (up to seven characters), and every order is sent in thoughtfully crafted gift-ready packaging. 

Minted Wonder Calendar

Our take on the Minted Wonder Calendar

This Minted calendar displays up to six sentimental photos on each page—and the Minted website makes it easy to drag and drop photos onto the calendar with its simple design tool. It’s a fun way to share family photos and also let grandparents know you’re thinking of them each day.

Storyworth Subscription

Our take on the Storyworth Subscription

Purchasing a Storyworth subscription grants access to weekly story prompts for the author to write their life story. After a year, Storyworth sends the author a physical hardcover book to share with their family and pass down through generations. For new grandparents who love to write, it’s a nice way to share and preserve precious family memories.

Personalization Mall: A Grandparent Is Born Personalized Frame

Our take on the Personalization Mall A Grandparent Is Born Personalized Frame

Of the many personalized picture frames on the market, we chose this product from Personalization Mall because of its sentimental message and sophisticated design. After choosing the frame type and color, shoppers can personalize the bottom text with up to 50 characters. For added convenience, you can opt for Personalization Mall’s photo-in-frame service and gift box service, where they add your photo themselves and ship it directly to grandma or grandpa in a gift-wrapped box. 

Uncommon Goods DIY Shadowbox Kit

Our take on the Uncommon Goods DIY Shadowbox Kit

If you’re the crafty type, order this DIY shadowbox kit to create a special gift celebrating your new arrival that grandparents can look at each day knowing it was made with love. Uncommon Goods sells the kit with everything a beginner would need to complete this craft, including adhesive pads, stencils, embossing foil, and more.

KeaBabies Baby Handprint & Footprint Keepsake Solo Frame

Our take on the KeaBabies Baby Handprint & Footprint Keepsake Solo Frame

KeaBabies sells several keepsake kits that showcase physical photos alongside a handprint or footprint in a classic display. We chose its most popular keepsake frame because of its simple design, wide range of color options, and high customer ratings. The kit also comes with everything you need to preserve a grandbaby’s hand and footprint in air-dry clay, including acrylic paint for a touch of color.

Amazon Echo Show 8

Our take on the Amazon Echo Show 8

Of all Amazon Echo devices, the Amazon Echo Show is best for video calling with grandkids or other family members. This model features an 8-inch display, upgraded speakers, and a 13-megapixel camera for high-quality video. It creates an easy way for grandparents and kids to connect without parents having to give up their smartphone. And, as anyone who has experienced a FaceTime call with a small child knows, there’s more than a little motion sickness involved in a small hand holding a phone.

BEIS Weekender Bag

Our take on the BEIS Weekender

The Weekender bag from BEIS can be used as a carry-on bag for air travel or as a versatile overnight bag for weekend visits to see family. What makes it stand out from other carry-ons is its bottom compartment great for keeping toiletries, shoes, or other belongings separate. The bag can comfortably hold multiple days of outfits, personal items, and a 15-inch laptop. The Weekender can be transported with an adjustable shoulder strap, set of top handles, or its trolley pass-through for suitcase handles.

How to choose a gift for new grandparents

Our Reviews Team created this gift guide by considering the needs and preferences of NCOA readers anticipating the arrival of their first grandchild. We want to honor grandparents by showcasing items that could be useful or delightful to receive from a loved one. 

Practicality

Practical gifts support new grandparents in their new familial role and offer something they can use every day. Whether it adds comfort around the house, helps them keep in touch with their grandchildren, or makes family visits more convenient, practical gifts assist a grandparent’s new lifestyle. That’s why we selected gift ideas that address real needs of grandparents of various walks of life. 

Personalization

We chose gifts with personalized or customized elements for a special touch. The thoughtful gesture of personalizing a gift for a new grandparent goes a long way in helping them feel loved and appreciated.

Sentimental value

New grandparents appreciate gifts with high sentimental value to preserve precious memories from their grandkids’ early years. Items that display family photos and tell entertaining stories can easily be revisited and treasured by loving grandparents. We also chose gift ideas that strengthen the bond between grandparents and grandchildren to make lasting memories.

Cost

We wanted to select gifts for new grandparents at a range of prices for different budgets. We also considered the value of each product along with its quality to assess whether you are getting the most for your money. 

Bottom line

You can show your love and care to a new grandparent by shopping for gifts that make their life easier, offer sentimental value, and celebrate their new role.

Some of picks for best gifts for new grandparents include a digital photo frame, a special keepsake book, and a DIY shadowbox kit. Regardless of what gift you choose, letting new grandparents know you’re thinking of them during this time will help them feel connected to your growing family.

Frequently asked questions

How much should I spend on a gift for a new grandparent?

There is no right or wrong amount of money you should spend on a gift for a new grandparent. Keep in mind that personalized gifts will cost more than standard ones but may carry more sentimental value. Decide how much you would like to spend on a present based on your personal budget and your relationship to the new grandma or grandpa.

What types of gifts do new grandparents like the most?

New grandparents would appreciate presents that are practical, sentimental, or strengthen the bond between them and their grandchildren. Items like photo frames or custom jewelry help celebrate the arrival of a new family member in a touching way.

What is a thoughtful gift for a new grandparent?

Thoughtful gifts for new grandparents are ones that celebrate the birth of their grandchild and their new role as grandma or grandpa. Gifts that bond grandparents and grandchildren, such as picture books, letter prompts, and other keepsakes help create cherished memories together.

See more gift guides:

• Best Holiday Gifts for Grandparents

Questions? Email us at reviewsteam@ncoa.org.