If you're looking to buy gifts for parents, especially those with younger children, you might want to consider getting them a gadget or other tech-infused product that will help make their lives smoother.
Parenting is stressful, especially when your kids are really young and you constantly have to worry about their health, safety and general well-being. But thanks to technology, some of the burden of parenting can now be alleviated at very little cost.
Baby monitors are the classic example of parenting tech, but modern technology goes far beyond that. If your friend or relative has a child who is hyper-energetic and given to exploring and running away, they would certainly appreciate a child-tracking wristband or gadget.
There are a number of other gifts for parents that will help make their parenting experience less stressful and more fulfilling.
41 Tech Gifts For Parents
From Baby-Analyzing Diapers to Picky Eater Projectors:
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3-in-1 Communication Devices
VIVOplay by Evado Filip Keeps Parents and Children in Touch
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Internet-Connected Infant Onesies
The Intel Smart Turtle Warms Hearts at CES 2014
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Baby Physiological Trackers
The Sproutling Monitor Predicts Babies' Habits for Parental Awareness
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Picky Eater Projectors
MUGU by Ruixiao Design Helps Children Eat Healthy
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Protective Parent Smartwatches
AT&T Will Offer a Child-Tracking Filip Smartwatch to Customers
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Child-Locating Footwear
The Colorful Chip-Embedded GPS Shoes Help Parents Keep Track of Their Kids
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Child-Controlling Computers
The MiiPC Puts All the Power In the Hands of Parents
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Infant Health-Monitoring Wristbands
The Baby's Fairy Monitors Body Temperature and Vital Signs
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Coastal Kid-Locating Apps
The Harvey Swim Harness Tracks Whereabouts and Vital Signs for Parents
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Versatile Baby Monitors
'Good Night Charly' is a Multipurpose Baby Monitoring Device
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Protective Baby Pillows
Cocoon by Elodie Delassus Filters Noise and Germs for Sleeping Newborns
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Sleeping Infant Supervisors
Angel Care Monitor Constantly Scritunizes Baby's Bedroom Environment
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Mobile App Baby Monitors
The My Evoz iPhone App Keeps Tabs on Your Toddler for You
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Kid-Connecting Wi-Fi Toys
Toymail's Animal WiFi Walkie-Talkie Features an Animal-Inspired Design
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Collaborative Child-Tracking Devices (UPDATE)
The 'Guardian' is a Secure Way to Find Lost Children
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Child-Tracking Wristbands
Lineable is a Smart Child Tracker Device That Makes Use of Beacon Tech
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Mommy Media Holders
The Texthook Keeps Moms Connected While On the Go
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Smart Sock Baby Monitors
Parents Stay Informed on Infant Vitals with this Owlet Baby Care Monitor
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Web-Connected Infant Weighers
The Withings Smart Baby Scale Communicates with Your Computer
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Child Fitness Wristbands
KidFit Designed the X-Doria Watch to Get Kids Excited about Fitness
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GPS-Tracking Children's Watches
The hereO Watch Lets You Track Your Kid's Every Move
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Baby-Bump Sound Systems
The BellyBuds Allows Your Baby to Listen to Music While in the Womb
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Musical Pregnancy Attire
The Pregnancy Music Belly Band Brings Beats to Your Baby
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Pregnancy-Imitating Belts
This Baby Simulator Allows Fathers to Experience Pregnancy
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Baby-Analyzing Diapers
The 'Smart Diaper' Can Be Scanned to Provide Health Insights
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Wearable Infant Monitors
Jakk's Baby Watch Provides Parents With an Easy Way to Care for Tiny Ones
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Kiddie Phone-Watches
The Tinitell Phone Watch for Kids Keeps Kids Safe and Parents in the Loop
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Parental Stress-Monitoring Apps
The ParentGuardian System Helps Parents of Children with ADHD
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Balanced Activity Toys
Samsung's Smart Toys Balance Technology with Physical Activities
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Powerful Child Trackers
The Yepzon Child Tracker Can Track Lost Children From Any Distance
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Cutesy Kid-Finders
The 'Mommy I'm Here' Child Locator is a Trackable Teddy Alert
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Toddler-Tracking Teddies
Tedi is a Hi-Tech Toy That Keeps an Eye on a Child's Development
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Child Forgetting Alarms
This App and Alert System Prevents Parents from Leaving Kids in Cars
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Trackable Baby Bottles
The Sleevely Baby Bottle Monitors Your Child's Feeding Habits
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Child-Tracking Smartbands
The Sync Smartband Helps You Keep Track of Wandering Kids and Adults
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Intimate Message Cams
Personalized Memo Recorders Film Affectionate 30-Second Notes to Loved Ones
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Sleep-Easy Baby Monitors
Be Worry-Free with the Snuza HALO Infant Breathing Movement Baby Monitor
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Precise Baby Formula Machines
Eliminate the Guesswork of Making Baby Formula with the Formula Pro
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Breath-Monitoring Baby Clothes
The Fraunhofer IZM Romper Suit Helps Prevent Sudden Infant Death
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Parental Control Apps
Ensure Your Child Always Answers Your Calls with the Ignore No More App
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Multi-Tasking Diaper Caddies
The Ultimate Caddy Can Carry Your Tablet and Baby Accessories
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Stroller-Equipped Suitcase Designs
The 'Easy Journey' Travel Case Has a Built-in Stroller
Baby-Tracking Smart Socks
The eufy Smart Sock Helps Parents Monitor Babies' Sleep and Care Needs
Meditative Screen-Free Toys
Calm Tonie Shares Mindfulness Activities & Breathwork for Kids
Interactive Pixel Plushies
Eolo Toys' Pixel Hugs are Cuddly Plushes Enhanced with Tech Features
Playful Thermal Printer Cameras
The Children’s Print Camera by Koool Design is Easy to Use
Cat-Tracking Collars
Tile for Cats Provides Peace of Mind for Pet Parents
Accessible Garment Patches
Tube-eeze Patches Support Babies with Medical Devices
AI Food Scanners
Yum-Yum Kids Analyzes Food Intake Before and After Meals
Light-Up Kidswear
Go-Glow by PatPat Features Fabric-Illuminating Technology
Paper-Free To-Do Devices
The 'eMinder' Maintains a Customizable Design
Parenthood Beer Campaigns
Coors Light Celebrates Parents with 'Cheers to Parenthood' Campaign
AI-Fuelled Caregiving Apps
Nanni AI is an App that Helps Parents Understand their Babies
Creative STEM-Based Toys
JitteryGit's Educational STEM Toys Foster Creativity in Kids
Phygital To-Do List Devices
The Conceptual 'PRESS' Task Device Helps Users Focus
Freshness-Monitoring Milk Attachments
The Veba Baby Alerts Parents When Baby Milk Has Expired
AI-Powered Baby Monitors
The Nanobébé Aura Smart Baby Monitor Supports Newborns to Toddlerhood
Anniversary-Celebrating Engaging Timepieces
Casio's Baby-G+ Series has Tamagotchi-Like Creatures
Sustainable Sensorial Play Pads
The Stokke PlayPad by Marius Kindler Adapts to Growing Children
Seven-Sensor Health Monitors
The Tricorder.Zero Health and Fitness Tracker is All-in-One
Trackable Technology Backpacks
The HyperPack Pro Can Charge Gear as You Travel
Intentional Disconnection Device Chargers
The Conceptual 'Share Power' Prevents Bedtime Use
Anti-Distraction Communication Devices
The 'Beepberry' Only Works with the Beeper App
Interactive Sensory Tables
The Fisher-Price Sensory Bright Light Station Offers Six Play Modes
Heartbeat-Mimicking Jewelry
TheTouch Locket Lets a Person Share Their Heartbeat with a Loved One
Baby Decoder Devices
At CES 2023, Q-bear's Device Translates Why a Baby is Crying
Space-Exploring STEAM Toys
LeapFrog's Magic Adventures™ Line Arrives for Kids Five and Up
AI-Based Baby Wellness Monitors
Inspired by Wearables, Elora Enhances Safety, Well-Being and Care
Sound-Monitoring Security Devices
The 'Earzz' Smart Home Monitor Alerts Users of Issues
All-Terrain Child Strollers
The Evenflo Pivot Xplore Transforms to Suit Different Needs
Targeted Gen Alpha Skincare
Hi!papa Makes Personal Care for Kids Ages Three to 12 in China
Child-Friendly Camera Concepts
The Camera for Kids Concept Reimagines the Digital Camera
Color-Matching Night Lights
The Angelcare Magical Dreams Lumicolor Bear Night is Interactive
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Chemical-Reducing Tap Water Devices
Filterbaby Was Designed to Improve Skin Health
Connected Sensor-Packed Canes
The Conceptual 'Caregiver' Smart Cane by Ma Tianyu is Advanced
AI Mother's Day Campaigns
Showcase is Simplifying Mother's Day Shopping with ChatGPT
Self-Charging Fitness Trackers
The MOTHER Bracelet Doesn't Require Charging for Constant Wear
GPS-Enabled Dog Trackers
PitPat Launches the Groundbreaking 'PitPat Dog GPS Tracker'
AI-Powered Baby Monitors
Chillax Unveiled Advanced Baby Monitoring Tech at CES 2023
Smart AI Baby Monitors
Simshine's Baby 2 Monitor Offers AI Functions, Privacy Protection, and More
Customizable Child Smartwatches
The X6Play Smartwatch is a CES 2023 Innovation Award Honoree
Retro Appliance Baby Monitors
The Conceptual SMEG Baby Monitor by Priyanshu Maiti is Cutesy
Bubble-Shaped Cribs
The Luxurious Bubble Baby Bed Gently Rocks Little Ones to Sleep
AI-Powered Family Story Books
Life Story AI Will Help Users Preserve Their Family's Legacy
Storytelling Projector Toys
Moonlite Projects Stories With Added Music and Sounds
Soothing Auditory Infant Nightlights
The VAVA Peep-a-Light Offers Eight Sound Options
AI-Powered Maternity Support Apps
The 'Soula' App Supports Moms-to-Be with Proactive Information
GPS Pet Trackers
Petcube GPS Tracker Keeps Pets Safe with a Host of Features
Timber Tech-Packed Dolls
These teenage engineering Wooden Dolls Come in Eight Varieties
AI-Powered Gift Recommendations
Giftwrap.ai's ChatGPT Plugin Uses AI to Share Personalized Ideas
Kid-Friendly Telescopes
The LeapFrog Magic Adventures Telescope Shares Images Taken by NASA
Mom-Targeted Matching Labor Outfits
PatPat Launched a Line of Matching Labor and Delivery Outfits
NYC-Themed Baby Gift Sets
The Big Apple Baby Gift Set by Estella Features Clothes, Toys and More
STEM Holiday Shops
CircuitMess' Holiday Gift Shop Has Presents That Teach Coding & Creative Design
Kid-Friendly Tech Frames
myFirst Recently Unveiled Two New Digital Frames
Connected Productivity Assistant Timers
The 'Focush' Productivity Timer Keeps Users Focused
Tracker-Concealing Underwear
'TreasureTrace' Underwear Keeps Parents Informed of a Kid's Location
Illuminating Camera Baby Monitors
The Chillax Baby Mood Pro Has a Connected, Soothing Design
Portable Drawing Tablets
smART sketcher GO! is a Portable Projector for Kids Who Love to Draw
Baby-and-Mom Skincare Gift Sets
Burt's Bees Boasts a Nourishing Baby and Mom Gift Set
Connected Elderly Care Smartwatches
'Patronus' Integrates with Smartwatches for 24/7 Support
Brainteaser Advent Calendars
The Project Genius Advent Calendar Shares 12 Days of Puzzles
Sleep-Tracking Home Appliances
LG and Asleep Join Forces on a Range of Smart Home Technology
Noise-Canceling Drink Packs
Capri Sun Created Special Juice Packs to Give Parents Peace
Mother-Specific Self-Care Kits
The Honest Company Offers the Relaxing Self-Care Gift Kit
Remote Caregiver Kits
The Essential Care Kit Assists Caregivers with Next-Gen Technology
Pet-Monitoring Activity Trackers
Zeynep Emiroğlu Designs the Pawmate Beacon Collar Concept
Kid-Friendly UV Patches
Natural Patch's 'SunnyPatch' Keeps Kids Safe From Harmful Sun Rays
GenAI Bedtime Stories
SmartDreams Uses AI to Help Kids Craft Their Own Stories
Oceanic Sleep Soothers
The Angelcare Magical Dreams Bobby The Whale Projector is Calming
90s Toy Holiday Trees
Furbtrees are Introducing the Next Generation of Furby Across the UK
Cry-Translating Baby Monitors
Maxi-Cosi's See Pro 360° Baby Monitor Features CryAssist Technology
Kid-Friendly Instant Cameras
The myFirst Camera Insta Wi is a Hybrid Product with Inkless Printing
Soothing Portable Sound Machines
Yogasleep's Hushh 2 Helps Parents Calm Young Ones on the Go
AI-Powered Companion Speakers
The Conceptual 'Puppimily' Touchscreen Speaker Supports the Elderly
Cognitive Toy Subscriptions
Lovevery is a Subscription that Delivers Developmental Toys to Kids
Anti-Anxiety Sensory Touch Stickers
NATPAT Offers an Innovative Stress Relief Solution
Interactive Gift Tags
This Gift-Giving Experience Shares a Personal Video Message from Santa
Medical Baby-Monitoring Socks
Owlet Inc Gets FDA Approval for its BabySat Sock Technology
STEM Subscription Crates
KiwiCo's STEM Subscription Crates Equip Children with Valuable Skills
Stylish Bar Accessories
These Creative Bar Accessories Will Transform your Drinking Experience
Kid-Targeted Holiday Bundles
Storypod Boasts Three Holiday Bundles for Kids
Affordable Pregnancy-Friendly Kits
The Honest Company's Pregnant + Pampered Set is Comprehensive
Natural Scavenger Hunt Toys
Craft-tastic Nature: Scavenger Hunt Potions Inspire Play in Nature
AI Party Planning Assistants
PartyKit Ensures The Little Details are Taken Care of
Smart Baby Sound Machines
The SleepaSloth is an All-in-One Baby Monitor Equipped with Smart Tech
ASMR-Inspired Soothing Toys
These Sensory Motion Bubblers Visually Create Calm
Mother-Themed Hat Designs
Mother Hats Offers Stylish Headwear and Empowerment
Safe Play-Training Kids Toys
The TouchNot Ensures Children are Not Playing with Fragile Devices
Non-Wifi Baby Monitors
Momcozy Offers a Hack-Proof Full HD Baby Monitor with 360-Degree Video
Caregiver Credit Cards
The DYPER Card Offers Free Diapers Or Unlimited Cash Back
AI-Powered Parenting Chatbots
ParentGPT Provides Answers to Parenting Questions
Touchscreen Thermometer Apps
This App Lets Smartphones Take Body Temperature Readings
Preventative Air Quality Monitors
The Nooku Air Quality Monitor Smartly Predicts Bad Air Quality
Kid-Friendly Microvibration Toothbrushes
The Philips One for Kids Supports Healthy Lifetime Habits
Gamified Nighttime Reading
StoryMate Let's Parents Set Reading Goals for Their Children
Branded Daylight Savings Giveaways
Eggo Gives Tired Parents the Morning Off with a Babysitter
Child-Friendly Knife Sets
Little Kitchen Academy's Progressive Knife Set Instils Confidence
Multifunctional Diaper Bags
The KeaBabies Diaper Backpack is Stylish and Affordable
Eco-Friendly Baby Diapers
Healthybaby Diapers are Made of Plant-Based Materials
DIY Digital Music Systems
Teenage Engineering's Record Factory is Perfect for the Holidays
Mom-Focused Beauty Gift Bundles
KAI Boasts a Range of High-Quality Skincare Bundles
AI-Powered Caregiver Apps
AiWatchfulCompanion Transforms the Caregiver Experience
Ambient Mushroom-Shaped Projectors
The Angelcare Magical Dreams Celeste Projector is Customizable
Experiential Gift Registries
Nabu is a Gift Registry Platform to Give Kids Memorable Experiences
Optimized Baby Onesizes
Tabeeze's Bottom-Up Bodysuit Makes Changing Babies Easier
Personalized Bed Time Reading
BlissFable Lets Kids Be the Protagonists of Their Own Stories
Smart Fidget Toys
TapTap is for Ages Five to 105 and It Offers Benefits for All
All-in-One Remote Pet Monitors
Petcube Monitors Come with Built-In Feeders and Laser Pointers
Calming Baby Cushions
Homedics' 3-in-1 Calming Cushion is a Science-Backed Baby Lounger
AI Maternity Photoshoot Apps
Maternity Photoshoot Saves Mothers Time and Money
Platform-Enabled Baby Registries
Etsy Launches a New Baby Registry Feature for Parents
Advanced Kid-Friendly Smartwatches
The Garmin Bounce Kids Smartwatch is LTE-Connected
Autism Awareness Tech Products
TORRAS Presents its COOLiFY Cyber Product in New Campaign
Adaptable Modern High Chairs
The Bugaboo Giraffe is Bugaboo's First Furniture Design
Branded Pregnancy Scans
Marmite is Inviting Parents to Discover the Nature of Their Unborn Child
AI Personal Childcare Assistants
Colone Records Baby's Sleep and Tracks Insights for Parents
Parental Social Controls
Snapchat Debuts New Parental Controls for Parents Monitoring Their Kids
Personalized Bedtime Stories
StoryGenius Let's Parents Insert Their Children Into Books
Child-Friendly AI Tutors
GPTKids is a Homework Helper That Supports Kids and Their Parents
Baby-Monitoring Smart Crib Concepts
Anuj Pate and Piyusha Naik Create the Wee Watch Rib Concept
Playful Parental Cafe Gifts
These Starbucks Japan Mother's Day Products are Charming
Tracker-Concealing Shoe Accessories
The Speck TAGIMALS Shoe Carriers Fit the Apple AirTag
Phone-Style Counting Toys
Leapfrog's Chat & Count Emoji Phone Mimics a Real Phone to Teach Numbers
Motherhood Community Support Apps
The 'Mamahood' App Offers Professional Care and More
Kid-Friendly Streaming Services
Google TV Added Parental Watchlists to its Smart TV Application
Childhood Memory Capturing Apps
Dear Little One Allows Parents to Record Messages for Their Child
Pregnancy Wellness Plans
MyFitnessPal's Eating for Pregnancy Plan Supports Expectant Moms
Real-Time Reading Practice Tools
Google's Practice Badge Helps Kids with Pronunciation
Preemie Diaper Platforms
Pampers Launched an Online Ordering Platform for World Prematurity Day
Drink Gift Registries
The Drizly Gift Registry Shares the Gift of Great Drinking Experiences
Sentimental AI Speech Writers
Toast Tracker Sends Well Wishes to Loved Ones
Cozy Maternity Apparel
Carter's Launches its 'Little Planet Mother Collection' for New Parents
Kid-Friendly Financial Support Apps
Goaly Offers Financial Lessons for Kids and Their Parents
Private Baby Cameras
BeddyBytes Turns Laptops or Phones Into Secure Baby Monitors
Enhanced Shopping Results
Google Updates its Search Engine to Better Aid Holiday Shopping
Parental Leave Expansions
Google Updates Its Parental Leave to Offer Parents More Time Off Work
Parent-Controlled Digital Assistants
Google Updates Assistant with New Parental Controls
Parental Approval App Purchases
Google Play Purchase Requests Can Now Be Sent to Administrators
Virtual Infant Care Platforms
Wheel Teams Up with Owlet on a New Virtual Care Offering