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The Best Last-Minute Holiday Gift Ideas Parents Will Love

The Best Last-Minute Holiday Gift Ideas Parents Will Love

by Macey Wolfer

The Best Last-Minute Holiday Gift Ideas Parents Will Appreciate

The holidays are here, which means spending time with loved ones and spreading cheer. It also means panic for the unprepared. Shopping for parents can be a challenge, especially when they seem to have everything they need. If executed well, no one will ever know that you waited until the last minute to shop for your parents.

When you’re out of holiday gift ideas for the ones that raised you, go for gifts that will pamper your parents or add something special to their day-to-day life. Whether they’re living active lifestyles or retired and relaxing at home, you can’t go wrong with these easy last-minute picks.

Festive holiday gift illustration

1. Balms for Comfort

Many parents experience minor discomfort from everyday activities or simply from the natural process of aging. A thoughtful gift can help encourage relaxation and moments of ease.

Parents may appreciate Papa & Barkley’s THC & CBD Releaf Balm, which features organic oils from cannabis, eucalyptus, tea tree, peppermint and lavender plants. THC and CBD are combined with soothing botanicals and natural plant-derived ingredients to provide a comforting experience for the skin.

With both warming and cooling sensations, this salve is designed for topical use and can be incorporated into a daily wellness routine to relax muscles and joints.

Non-slip bath pillow, white, upright product image

2. Non-Slip Bath Pillow

Few things compare to the comfort of a hot bath with soothing salts and aromatherapy. For parents, this bliss does not come often enough. When they get a chance to finally unwind and relax, it should be comfortable. A non-slip bath pillow is a perfect way to make the bath cozy from the start. Bath pillows make relaxing in the tub much easier. A comfortable pillow, like this one from Bed Bath and Beyond, is inexpensive but goes a long way.

Throw in a loofah and some Releaf Soak (a soothing blend of Dead Sea salt, cannabis, fractionated coconut oil, jojoba oil and a blend of eucalyptus, tea tree, peppermint and lavender oils) and you’ve got the ideal spa package for any parent. Creating a comforting bath experience and reducing daily stress is one of the greatest gifts you can give.

SodaStream water carbonator

3. SodaStream Water Carbonator

Whether it's adding fizz to favorite drinks or simply enjoying sparkling water throughout the day, a SodaStream makes a versatile and sustainable present. Your parents will save money by making their own carbonated beverages at home and reduce waste from single-use cans.

They can carbonate their water, make creative sodas, or even try adding bubbles to juice or tea. For an added twist, they can incorporate a drop of CBD tincture for a sparkling beverage as part of their relaxation routine.

Spa room with lit candles and towels

4. Spa Gift Card

Sometimes the best gift isn’t a physical object. Gifting an experience is another meaningful way to give back to the ones who raised you. This is especially true if they wouldn’t normally take the time to set up a massage or spa day themselves.

Show your appreciation by pampering your parents with facials, massages, steam rooms and more. When you can’t think of any material item they could possibly need, a day of relaxation on their own terms is a wonderful way to show your love.

Roomba robot vacuum on clean floor

5. Roomba Robot Vacuum

A Roomba vacuum is basically the gift of extra time. Rather than having to spend time sweeping the house, your parents can just turn on the Roomba and take care of other tasks, freeing up their time.

Automatic vacuums just make life easier. There’s nothing better than coming home from a long day to an already-clean house. Your parents can leave the house, turn the Roomba on and forget about it until they come home to a sparkly clean floor.

Porcelain essential oil diffuser with minimalistic design

6. Essential Oil Diffuser

Essential oil diffusers make great gifts for parents. They can be sleek, attractive and, of course, perfect for diffusing essential oils and making the house smell amazing.

Oil diffusers are super easy to use and can freshen up any home. They quietly disperse aromatic oils throughout the living spaces and can also be used as a subtle air freshener for a bathroom.

Pair the diffuser with a selection of scents. From lavender, orange, and lemongrass to peppermint and rosemary, you’ll be able to personalize your gift by choosing the scents your parents like most. You can add more essential oils to the mix as part of your gifts for years to come. Above: Porcelain Essential Oil Diffuser, $119 from Nordstrom

Tea bag assortment box Assorted tea bags close-up Larger view of Fortnum & Mason tea assortment

7. Tea Bag Assortment

If your parents are tea drinkers, an assortment of teas like this Fortnum & Mason assortment from Williams Sonoma is a great gift. There are many varieties of tea bag assortments available suited for different tastes.

You can also get creative with a gift like this. If you don’t see the perfect assortment for mom or dad, go to the store and make your own assortment. A cute, inexpensive basket or tray can go a long way for making a homemade assortment of teas look attractive.

Check out the bulk bins at a nearby natural grocer and hand-select the teas you think your parents would like most. Label them neatly and then arrange them in an appealing way.

Final Thoughts on Last-Minute Gifts for Parents

Last-minute gifts can be just as meaningful as others. If you’re scrambling to think of something for your parents, don’t fret. With everything they've done for you, the best way to give back is to spoil them with comforting and thoughtful gifts.

With a little quick thinking and these holiday gift ideas, you won’t have to show up empty-handed this season.

Macey is a freelance writer from Seattle. She's passionate about cannabis, music and animals and is always trying to learn more about the world.

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