"Congratulations!" Gift Ideas for Expecting Parents, from Moms Who Know

Like a starter kit welcoming him into the world of fatherhood, The Rad Dad Box is filled with first time dad essentials. It’s a small business that prides itself on high-quality baby toys and small batch self-care goodies.

“This truly a wonderful gift for a new Dad! A great way to encourage special father/baby moments of bonding.” -Sharmin Q.

Looking for the perfect gift for a dad-to-be? The Rad Dad Box promotes self-care for daddies as well as baby bonding. Each box arrives packed with 3-5 essential items to welcome your favorite new dad to fatherhood with dad-themed children's books and toys as well as dad-approved soaps and snacks to encourage moments of parental self-care.

"Our whole family really loves the Rad Dad Box. My husband and two young sons eagerly anticipate receiving the box each month! My husband really enjoys getting a unique treat each month. He also loves that the box includes gifts for him to pass on to our sons. We highly recommend the Rad Dad Box!" - Kristen B.

Designed specifically to provide support in the postpartum period, Cater To Mom is one of the best subscription boxes for new moms. Each curated box sends an assortment of postpartum essentials, including everything from organic recovery products to lactation-supporting snacks and teas, plus useful bath goodies, self-care tips, and resources that will help any mom navigate the challenges of the "fourth trimester."

“I wasn't really sure what to expect when I ordered and I am impressed so far at the variety of useful products I've gotten. So far my can't live without things are my passive diffuser, nursing coffee, my mindfulness book, and my eye patches. This box really perked me up when I was feeling not the best.” – Tara S.

The first year of a baby's development is such a precious time. Baby Discovery Box has everything you need to celebrate, adapt, and help you through your little one's first year from one month to twelve months old. From board books to give them an early start to reading and listening to science-backed toys that will encourage your baby's brain development, each box includes all types of goodies to help every new parent through the important stages of the first year.

What You’ll Get: Bookroo is a monthly subscription box that helps those at the very beginning of their learning lives fall in love with reading by sending a carefully curated set of books—in a brightly colored packaging, no less—just for them. This subscription is committed to helping parents build a beautiful library of books for their child, stress-free, and with three board books in each Bookroo box for ages 0-3, these sturdy stories focusing on first concepts and simple tales will get any at-home reading nook off to a great start.

“I sent a board book box to my nephew and picture book box to my niece. The books were perfect for the kids’ ages and ones that we were not familiar with. I am so glad I found your company.” — Windy F.

Looking for a self-care box that will take them deeper into healing energy work? The Mindful Box by Mindful Souls helps them discover how everything from crystal work and aromatherapy, to affirmations and sacred jewelry can enhance their health and well-being. Simplifying spirituality and making it accessible for everyone, each monthly box will help them get acquainted to an array of spiritual tools and explore their innermost self.

“I'm in love with these boxes. I'm on my fourth month. April did NOT disappoint🥰. As always quality items. I get so excited each month to see my gifts. Best membership ever! Inspiring and beautiful. I highly recommend to give this a try. It wont disappoint.” - Shannon D.

Give a gift that helps someone stay centered in Christ, live a faith-inspired simple life, and that supports personal growth with the Faithbox. Available at two different levels, both options bring daily devotionals and a varied mix of handpicked eco-friendly inspirational items that support small Christian businesses.

“I purchased the Faithbox as a gift for my mom who is a 52 y/o (received 2 orders so far) - Each box had a theme; Peacefulness and Wisdom are the ones we got. These boxes are packed really well, lots of goodies (GREAT QUALITY!) - These boxes are faith-based, but focused on personal development.” – Chelsea C.

Bake Eat Love is more than a gorgeous box on your doorstep each month. The deliciously delightful packaging reflects the joy in the recipe inside. The monthly baking kits feature a handcrafted recipe with specialty ingredients, a new kitchen tool, non-perishable ingredients you need, and video tutorials to guide you every step of the way.

“We purchased a subscription for our daughter who is obsessed with the Kids Baking Championship tv show! She absolutely loved the desserts and was excited to make things she has heard about on the show - strawberry coulis, pate a choux dough, etc.! Directions are easy to follow and all the desserts we had were delicious!” – Addision U.

There’s no need to get bogged down in project planning when the pros behind the Adults & Crafts Crate have got it covered. Each monthly box sends at least 1 new Pinterest-worthy craft project, including all the supplies, tools, and illustrated step-by-steps to teach new crafting techniques while making one-of-a-kind keepsakes.

"I received the engraving kit and I love it! I practiced on an old glass weigh scale to get the hang of engraving. I then started the glass coasters using pictures off google. I am sooo happy with how they turned out! It’s very relaxing and is a great stress reliever. I have a few people now wanting me to make them sets of coasters :)" - Megan T.

They'll become a charcuterie artist with this fun snack subscription box. They'll receive everything they need to build a drool-worthy charcuterie board, including an instructional worksheet and video for assembling the board. Each box includes a variety of cured meats, cheeses, crackers, and accompaniments.

“Nice selection of assorted cheeses, including soft, hard, and spreadable options. Additional items I don't usually think of like olives, honey, and fig spread. Fun to have small bowls and spreaders included.” — Cassandra A.

Solve puzzles while traveling the world with this thrilling escape room game! Finders Seekers is the perfect gift for puzzle solvers and mystery fans who loves a challenge! Enjoy this game with the family or venture off and uncover complex clues with a single use mystery game inclusive of hands-on and online gameplay.

“I have been getting Finders Seekers boxes for over a year, and I cannot lie, I'm obsessed. The mysteries are a lot of fun, and they are so much fun to do with friends, especially those that haven't done something like this before. Occasionally, the puzzles are evil (I'm looking at you, Paris box!), but the fact that after a year they can still challenge me is a good thing.” - Rachel C.