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Best Gifts For In-Laws {and Parents}

November 11, 2023 by Lindsay Leave a Comment

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Looking for the best gifts for in-laws? Here’s a roundup of fun, yet practical gift ideas that are perfect for in-laws, parents, grandparents etc! 

best gifts for in law and parents

*Originally published 11/2019. Updated 11/2023*

Hi friends!

This post is the follow-up to my Best Gifts for Husbands list. Today I’ve got some of the best gift ideas for in-laws. Behind husbands, this was the second most requested post. People seem to have a tough time coming up with gift ideas for in-laws/parents/grandparents.

Whether you’re new to the family and haven’t gotten to know your in-laws very well yet or you’ve been in the family for years and feel like you’ve already gotten them everything they could possibly want or need, I’ve got you covered with this list!

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Here are the best gifts for in-laws and parents: 

aura digital frame gift for grandparents

Photos

In my opinion, you can never go wrong with photos!

  • Book and pay for a family photo session so they can have some current photos of the family, grandkids, etc with them in it!
  • Canvas print – I get all mine from Canvas On Demand. The perfect way to decorate a room.
  • Digital frame – This one has an app and it’s super easy for multiple people to add photos so they appear in the frame.

ring doorbell camera

Electronics

Make the gift even better by installing and setting it up for them!

  • Make their house a little more high tech with a Nest thermostat or a Ring doorbell camera 
  • Upgrade their TV with Apple TV or Roku – you could throw in a year subscription for Netflix, Hulu, Disney+ etc!
  • Improve their stereo system with a new sound bar.
  • Introduce them to Alexa with an Echo with Alexa or Google Home, etc
  • If they like to read or listen to books or podcasts, try an Audible or Kindle Unlimited subscription.

instant pot gift idea

Kitchen

If they enjoy cooking, you can always add something to their kitchen collection!

  • My number one pick is an Instant pot
  • An Air fryer is also a good option.
  • Or buy them tickets to a cooking class!

airline gift card gift

Travel

Airline gift cards: Do they live far away?

  • Put some money towards a flight so they can come to visit!
  • Or help them enjoy their retirement and take the trip they’ve been planning for years!

holiday box featured

Food

Feed them!

  • Try a meat or veggie subscription box like Butcher Box (referral link) or Imperfect Foods.
  • Make their weeknights easier with a meal subscription service like Blue Apron, Hello Fresh, etc!
  • Help them take the planning out of cooking with a meal planning tool like Cooksmarts.
  • Gift them a box of deliciousness from Harry & David.

bloomscape gift subscription

Plants

A fun way to add new life to a room!

  • Check out websites like Bloomscape for beautiful indoor plants – they give you info on size, maintenance, light, pet-friendly etc.
  • Or gift them a monthly plant subscription- Check out something like The Sill

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Interior Design

Whether they recently moved or have been living somewhere for a long time, they might enjoy a room refresh!

  • Gift them a Havenly consult – they can consult with an interior decorator online for a very reasonable price!

theater

Out of Town

If they live out of town, consider:

  • A restaurant gift card to their favorite place or a new place to try
  • Dinner theater tickets
  • A night out with just you and your spouse! Especially if you have kids….they love the grandkids but you guys were their kids first and they would probably love spending some adult-only time with just you guys too!

Looking for the best gifts for in-laws? Here's a roundup of fun, yet practical gift ideas that are perfect for in-laws, parents, grandparents etc! 

That’s all I’ve got! For more gift ideas, check out:

  • Small Business Gift Guide
  • Kid Gift Ideas {Ages 4-7}
  • Best Toys for Multiple Ages
  • Toddler Gift Ideas {1-3 years} 
  • Kitchen Tools for Kids 
  • Baby’s First Year Gift Guide
  • Gift Ideas For Busy Moms

What’s the best gift you’ve gotten your in-laws or parents lately?

Enjoy!
–Lindsay–

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Lindsay Livingston is a Registered Dietitian and new mom from Columbus, Ohio. On her blog, she shares simple, healthy recipes, nutrition tips, workouts and snapshots of her life. Follow her on Twitter @LeanGrnBeanBlog and Instagram @TheLeanGreenBean and be sure to subscribe via RSS or email so you never miss a post!

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