I’ve tried to find gifts that are practical along with gifts that she wouldn’t get for herself but would probably love to have.
Best Gifts for a New Grandma (or Grandma-To-Be!)
Aura Frame
These digital photo frames are so cool because you can invite family members to upload photos and they are displayed on the frame. So if you add a photo of your child at the park that day, it will pop up on Grandma’s Aura frame at her house.
It’s amazing for families who are spread out and might not see everyone as often as they would like. I got my in-laws one and they LOVE it – all my teen nieces and nephews add photos now too. We’ve had it for over a year now and it still works like the day we got it. You can read my full review on the Aura frame here.
You can find them on the Aura site and at Amazon and Target.
Birthstone Nana Necklace
Simple and sweet, with tons of different styles that combine birthstones and whatever she’s going by these days. Would work as a first grandchild gift, or for any stage in the grandma game. You can find them here on Etsy.
Letters to My Grandchild
One of our all-time favorite grandma gifts. These prompts are like mini-journal entries, making them a sweet gift that will be treasured by everyone. You can find it on Amazon.
Grandma T-shirt
A fun way to announce their new status! This would also be a memorable way to do a pregnancy announcement. Find this one on Amazon.
Carved Name Stones
Simple, lasting, and meaningful. These stones can be used inside or in a garden, and are a unique way to honor the matriarch of the family. You can find them on Etsy
Personalized Grandma Book
Wonderbly makes personalized hardcover keepsake books that can be customized with both the child and grandmother’s name (Gran, Nana, Mimi, Abuela, etc.). These 34 page books are really gorgeous and do a great job of incorporating the names into the story. The picture here doesn’t do them justice. You can find them on Wonderbly.
The Cool Grandma Sweatshirt
We all know who the cool grandma is. I found this one on Etsy.
Guided Journal
This simple guided journal helps grandmothers record their life story with over 200 questions. Once completed, the book will become a timeless and precious keepsake to share with your children, loved ones, and future generations. I found it on Amazon.
Custom Mug
Nothing says “thanks for the free childcare” like a custom mug full of hot coffee! You can find this one on Amazon.
Gigi T-Shirt
Oh, you know it, Gigi! They have a bunch of nice tees at this Etsy store. Etsy.
Birthstone Bracelet
These are subtle, tasteful and surprisingly inexpensive. There’s also an option for a birthstone necklace if that’s more her thing. Etsy
Grandmother Board and Picture Books
You can build a mini library around the awesome relationship between a child and their grandmother, making this the perfect gift no matter if your babies are newborns or toddlers. You can find some great titles on Amazon.
Custom Brag Book
Nothing is like having physical evidence of the cutest grandchild on the planet. This custom photo book is called Sweet Memories and you can get it for as little as $10. Mixbook is one of the easiest photo book sites to use and the quality is outstanding. (We have a review comparing it to Shutterfly if you want to see the full breakdown.) You can find it on Mixbook.
Custom Wine Labels
These peel and stick wine bottle labels can go over her favorite bottle of wine. You can get any name, too. Etsy.
Handmade Christmas Ornament
This is technically a Christmas ornament, but it’s subtle enough to be a part of her everyday decor. It also would be a pretty fun way to make a pregnancy announcement. You can find a variety of styles on Etsy.
Birth Flower Garden Stones
These are so sweet if you have someone who loves gardening. They can be personalized with the name, date, and matching birth month flower. I like that you can add to them as more grandkids come along. Find them on Etsy.
Welcome Mat
Even tolerated can sometimes be an overstatement. These natural mats come in a variety of sizes and I found them on Etsy.
What else have you found that makes a great new grandma gift?
Comment below and I’ll keep adding to the list!