The Real Gifts on a Parent’s Christmas List This Year
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As the Christmas season rolls around, parents everywhere find themselves jotting down their dream wish lists to send to family members and friends. There are the usual suspects: a shiny new coffee machine, a gorgeous cashmere jumper, and maybe even a new car (a parent can dream!). But when you’re knee-deep in nappies and juggling everything from meal prep to midnight feeds, Father Christmas seems to have a knack for leaving something… practical under the tree.
Here’s our cheeky breakdown of the “What I asked for… vs. What I received” Christmas conundrum…
The Real Gifts on a Parent’s Christmas List This Year
You asked for: A brand-new coffee machine
You received: The Baby Brezza Formula Pro Advanced
Preparing bottles is a repetitive task - happening 6 to 8 times a day, every single day! Achieving the perfect consistency and temperature for formula often feels like a race against time, especially with a crying, hungry baby in your arms. This daily routine can quickly become overwhelming, adding stress to an already busy day.
Thanks to this gift you can say goodbye to the hassle of measuring, mixing, and waiting. The Baby Brezza Formula Pro Advanced revolutionises your bottle-feeding routine by automatically make a warm, formula bottle instantly! This advanced system can save up to 30 minutes a day – simply select your chosen formula setting, temperature and amount in millilitres and you’re ready to go.
Pros:
- Your baby now enjoys perfectly mixed, body-temperature formula in as little as 15 seconds.
- No more fumbling with measuring scoops at 2 a.m.—the Baby Brezza Formula Pro Advance does all the hard work for you.
Cons:
- Your coffee still takes three minutes to brew… and it’s instant.
- While your baby gets a gourmet experience, you’re stuck with lukewarm caffeine that you’ll probably forget on the counter anyway.
You asked for: A new car
You received: The Fred White Pressure Fit Wooden Safety Gate
It is an impossible task to always keep an eye on your little one, especially around the home. With alarming reports and stats on the lack of accident prevention in houses, perhaps this gift has come at exactly the right time. Let’s be honest, babyproofing your home is essential and something you really don’t want to leave too late to do!
A stairgate is an absolute must for homes with stairs and/or pets so you may as well get a stairgate that is not only reassuringly childproof but has the bonus of being innovative and stylish. The Pressure Fit Wooden stairgate is crafted with a beautifully carved single piece of carved Poplar wood and features unobtrusive fittings that compliment home aesthetics. Classic, strong, and durable, it ensures a safe haven for your little ones.
Pros:
- Its sleek, minimalist design is the perfect match for your carefully curated interiors.
- It keeps the littlest rascals out of harm’s way, so you can sip your instant coffee in peace (see above).
Cons:
- While it’s a lifesaver at home, it does nothing for your curb appeal during the school run.
- Your dream of cruising in a convertible is now on hold for another decade or two.
You asked for: A new perfume
You received: The Korbell Nappy Bin
Sure, A Nappy Bin is no glamorous gift, but nor is the task of nappy disposal. With a baby getting through 70 to 80 nappies a week!
The Korbell Nappy Bin classic model can hold up to 45 nappies at a time with each liner lasting for up to 495 nappies making it a long-lasting solution for the nursery. The hands–free Korbell Nappy Bin keeps a lid on bad smells with the self-closing whisper lid so no need to disturb a sleeping baby, a Christmas dream!
Pros:
- Its genius trap door locks in odours, keeping your nursery smelling like a lavender dream.
- It’s easy to use, making the dreaded nappy changes a little less, well, smelly.
Cons:
- The nursery smells divine, but you? Not so much.
- No matter how effective the bin is, it’s not going to replace that bottle of Chanel you were eyeing.
You asked for: A new skateboard
You received: The BuggyBoard Maxi Croc
Having two children is no walk in the park...literally. When you have somewhere to be, or an outing planned, and your toddler doesn’t want to walk it can be a real challenge.
Enter the Buggyboard. The original ride-on platform. An easy solution for tired legs suitable for toddlers aged 2 – 5 years old. Not to mention the Maxi is also compatible with the saddle, so you could look to upgrade to a saddle if your child like to really ride in ultimate comfort and style.
Pros:
- Your toddler now rides in style behind their sibling, eliminating the infamous “I don’t want to walk!” meltdown.
- Outings are less stressful, and everyone moves at the same pace (finally).
Cons:
- Your dreams of skating through the park à la Tony Hawk will have to wait another year.
- The only tricks you’ll be pulling are how to get your toddler to stay on the board.
You asked for: A cashmere jumper
You received: The Love To Dream Extra Warm Swaddle
It is proving to be a cold winter this year and paired with sleepless nights is a real test. All you really want for Christmas is a peaceful night.
The cosiness of an extra warm swaddle for your little one makes the cold nights one less thing to worry about over the winter. Plus, with Love To Dream’s ARMS UP™ position, your baby can self-soothe themselves. Warmth and comfort all rolled into one gift, dreamy.
Pros:
- Your baby sleeps longer and more comfortably with their arms in the natural ARMS UP™ position.
- A well-rested baby = a slightly less frazzled parent.
Cons:
- While your baby sleeps in luxury, your wardrobe still lacks that dreamy, buttery-soft jumper.
- Guess who’s still rocking last year’s bobbly knit?
You asked for: A new pair of fluffy slippers
You received: The Owlet Dream Sock
Babies first Christmas is a magical time. However, adjusting to a new routine while ensuring your baby is safe and sound can be overwhelming. It’s a time when sleep deprivation can hit the hardest, making it challenging to cope with the demands of parenthood.
The gift of the Owlet Dream SockTM can help with one of the biggest challenges—sleep—easier to manage. The advanced technology wraps comfortably around your baby's foot, providing real-time monitoring of pulse rate, oxygen levels, sleep patterns, and more.
Pros:
- It’s the ultimate gift of peace of mind, giving you real-time health readings while your baby sleeps.
- You sleep better knowing they’re okay.
Cons:
- The sock is for their feet, not yours. Your toes are still freezing.
You asked for: A smart speaker for the living room
You received: The Wooshh by Rockit
Missing the days when your phone wasn’t always being used for soothing sounds or shushing wasn’t a sound you were overly familiar with? Then when baby is finally asleep do you find yourself having to creep around the house afraid you may wake them and therefore having to start all over again?
The small but mighty sound soother, Wooshh can help. With 8 high-quality soothing sounds and 4 volume levels and a tiny design that allows you to take it anywhere. Not to mention a better battery life than your phone with a 1 hour or all-night mode.
Pros:
- This pocket-sized sound soother lulls your baby to sleep in record time, mimicking the sounds of shushing or a cat’s gentle purring
- It’s portable, practical, and surrounds your baby with soothing sounds anywhere
Cons:
- It’s no Smart Speaker, don’t expect it to queue up your Christmas playlist.
- Dancing to white noise just doesn’t hit the same.
You asked for: A new dining table set
You received: The Ziza Play Set
Perhaps risking a new dining table when your little one is enjoying painting so much wasn’t the best idea anyway. The Ziza Play Set is designed with the Montessori method in mind, with emphasises on accessibility and independence for children, ideal for all their playing, painting and drawing. Keeping your little ones enjoying their food and play in their own dedicated space.
Pros:
- Your kids now have the most stylish little table and chairs to colour, craft, and snack on.
- It’s durable, modern, and so cute that you almost forget it’s for the kids.
Cons:
- The chairs aren’t exactly adult-friendly.
- It Looks like that new dining table for grown-ups is still on the Wishlist.
While these gifts may not have been the ones you wished for, they’re certainly the ones you needed. Because let’s face it: Christmas as a parent is all about making life easier—and if that means trading a cashmere jumper for a dreamy swaddle or a coffee machine for the ultimate formula maker, so be it.
After all, nothing says “holiday cheer” like a well-rested baby and a house that doesn’t smell like nappies. Cheers to practical presents and the real magic of parenting this Christmas! 🎄
Author - Cheeky Rascals