These are the 20 best Christmas gifts for parents in 2024

The Amazon Kindle isn't new by any means, but it may be new to her (especially if reading is a recent venture). Although it's the most affordable e-reader in Amazon's lineup, Broida can't stop singing its praises, saying "it's full-featured and just plain great overall." What does that mean exactly? Well, it's featherweight, has a dark mode for nighttime reading and holds thousands of books.

How adorable is this personal-size pot?

We dubbed this guy the best cooling memory foam pillow out there — and it really is. The memory foam adapts to your shape to support your head and neck, while a gel layer aims to keep you cool as a cucumber all night long. The removable, washable, breathable mesh cover helps reduce heat and allows air to flow between your skin and the pillow. 

Sometimes, the only thing that a parent wants is a listening ear. With an annual Storyworth subscription, they'll be prompted to think back to past moments that shaped them, reflect on the present and make predictions about the future. Their weekly writings and accompanying photos will be bound into a hardcover book when the year's up.

Live in another state? Then deck out your mom's tree with an ornament that represents your home away from home. They're all handmade — the stoneware, glass, and colored glazes create a unique crackled effect on each one.

Who says a Christmas gift can't be practical and inspired? Take the genius Eufy Bluetooth tracker. The handy gadget is just the thing for loved ones who tend to lose their keys or like to keep a close eye on their luggage when traveling. 

It's a wallet-friendly favorite of Yahoo Tech Editor Rick Broida, so you know it's dependable. But Android users, beware — it only works with Apple gear.

Festive dish towels are something anyone can appreciate — your parents will think of you every time they spot them in their kitchen. This duo from Anthropologie is utterly jolly, but you can amp up your gift by wrapping them around a bottle of wine or festive baking mix before giving them (hint, hint).

This collection of Godiva deliciousness contains nine decadent chocolates including the brand's classic pecan caramel duet and its midnight swirl.

It also makes an excellent host or hostess gift, so don't forget to grab extras for your aunts and uncles who are having you over for Christmas Eve dinner or New Year's Day brunch.

One happy shopper who deemed it "perfect" and gave it five stars added: "The box includes a delightful mixture of candies. Nothing else needs to be said!"

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Compile a calendar with a bunch of cherished moments from the last year. Or better yet, round up a bunch of sweet snaps from your childhood, so they can take a walk down memory lane. Add your family member's birthdays, anniversaries, school events and other important dates — if you add 10 occasions, your first calendar is free! Yep, you read that right. 

Tis the season for holiday entertaining. Your parents (or in-laws or grandparents...) will smile when they pull out this gorgeous wood and marble cheese board at their next get-together. Available in three wood and marble combinations, you can even add the recipient's monogram or last name for $15 more. Thought and useful — bam!

Instead of a candle that burns out after a couple of uses (or gets regifted), get mom and dad a diffuser that they can use for much longer. 

The Pura 4 smart fragrance diffuser can fill medium-sized rooms (like a bedroom or living room) with luxe scents; it's easily controlled through the Pura app. You can set a schedule or timer and since it has space for two fragrance vials, even alternate between scents.

Pro tip: When purchasing the Pura 4, be sure to build a set and pick out two scents, so your parents can start using the diffuser right away. Right now, I have my Pura 4 loaded with Honeycrisp Oakwood and Pumpkin Chai, and can't get enough of these seasonal aromas.

Whether your family is into board games or not, crowding around a fun puzzle is a great way to get everyone involved. They're just the ticket for those lazy days between Christmas and New Year's or on an evening after a day of too much screen time.

This gorgeous option from Jiggy comes with glue, so you can turn your completed masterpiece into wall art. It includes a glass jar too, if you prefer to do puzzles again and again.  

This bestselling acupressure mat and pillow set is designed to stimulate blood circulation and increase endorphins in as little as 10 minutes. It's lightweight and portable, so it's equally handy whether someone is sick or could just use a boost because of aches and pains.

One of 31,000 five-star fans declared, "I bought this to help with back pain, and it is amazing! You have to be careful when you get on it because the plastic bits are very sharp. Once you're on it though, it is very relaxing, and feels very nice."

Simplify your parents' at-home entertainment by gifting them the streaming device that Yahoo Tech Editor Rick Broida calls "both easy to learn and easy to use." Meet the Roku Ultra.

With its user-friendly interface, there's no more confusion around changing inputs and mixing up logins, just easy access to their favorite shows and movies on Netflix, Apple+, Prime Video and more. Trust me: This is one gift they'll thank you for — and mean it.

One kitchen gadget your parents likely don't already own is a sparkling water maker. Whether you want to subtly hint to them to drink more H2O, kick a soda habit or just have fun with a new appliance, Philips' gizmo is a great option. It's simple to use and can be set up in seconds (seriously!). More than 700 have been bought in the last month alone at Amazon.

One five-star fan shared, "Three months in and I've bought three of them because it's a simple but effective water carbonator. This is our first sparkling water maker. After one too many trips to Target for more cases of Waterloo, I found the Philips brand carbonator for a solid entry-level price and decided to give it a go... Why three? One for home. One for work. And one as a gift to a friend who was really interested in ours."

Whether mom and dad have a skin care routine or not (it's never too late to start!), a holiday kit of minis is a great way for them to try out a new brand and a few new-to-them products.

Drunk Elephant makes some of my favorite formulas of all time, so its annual holiday bundles are staple gifts for me. This kit, valued at $145, includes a full-sized moisturizer, as well as a travel-sized eye cream, face wash and glycolic serum. 

P.S. Yahoo Beauty Editor Jennifer Romolini is also a Drunk Elephant fan and deemed the brand's vitamin C serum the best of the year.

While a big, ridiculously plush robe may be an overdone gift, you won't regret gifting a pima cotton one from Lake Pajamas. This short robe is ideal for mom to wear when getting ready — it's lightweight enough that she won't overheat when blowdrying her hair.

This cheery red stripe is festive for the holiday season, but rest assured she will reach for this wrap all year long (I have one in blue and wear it daily, unless it's in the laundry basket). And don't worry — Lake Pajamas also makes robes for men!

A single quality knife can easily cost north of $100, if not more — and this bestselling Henkels set gets you 15 pieces for just $130. With over 13,000 five-star ratings to back it up, you'd be remiss if you skip out on this deal. Did we mention these blades topped our list of the best knives and knife sets? 

Instead of telling time the traditional way, this clock cycles through 13,000 classic literary quotes that spell out exactly what time it is. Get a new quote every minute, five minutes, 30 minutes or hourly — it depends how often they check the time. "This was for my mother who is hard to shop for. She immediately got it up and running and has sent screen shots of her favorite quotes for over a month now," one five-star reviewer raved, adding that it's useful, unique and worth every penny.

When in doubt, give your parents something they'd never buy for themselves... like ultra-luxe leather gloves. These suede and leather beauties are incredibly warm, thanks to the wool-blend lining. I have these and can't recommend them enough — they make me feel classy and sophisticated the moment I slip them on. 

While these gloves are designed for women, Rudak makes equally beautiful gloves for men.