If there’s one thing parents like — besides, you know, their kids — it’s convenience. Household items delivered just as they’re running low? Great. Diaper deliveries that make baby-in-tow Target trips avoidable? Fantastic. A little package filled with goodies and luxuries that predictably arrives on the doorstep each month? Transcendent! Hence, the popularity of subscription boxes.
Whether you’re looking to gift your favorite mom or dad with something that will make life easier — or want to extend such a courtesy to yourself — consider one of these subscription boxes for parents. Because why should anyone leave their house if they don’t have to?
Subscription boxes for new parents
1. Nurtured 9 Box
This subscription box from Nurtured 9 is ideal for moms in their “fourth trimester.” There are a few types of boxes to choose from, but all of the goodies in each range from pampering to practical.
Where to buy: The Nurtured 9 Box (starting at $129 per box)
2. BeautyFix Subscription
Whether they’re a newbie or a veteran, all parents deserve time for self-care and pampering: Enter Dermstore’s BeautyFix subscription. Each month, recipients will receive the latest in hair, skin and body products — all which have been hand-picked by beauty industry pros.
Where to buy: BeautyFix Subscription (starting at $25/month)
3. The Rad Dad Box
Looking for subscription boxes for dad? Check out the Rad Dad Box. Each month, new dads will receive a delivery of goodies for both himself and baby to help him feel “less ignored and more appreciated.” From books to cute mugs, Rad Dad boxes aim to help foster bonding in those early months.
Where to buy: The Rad Dad Box (starting at $30/month)
4. Single Cup Club
For parents who have been up all night with the kids, consider the Single Cup Club, which delivers gourmet, small batch single-serve coffees. Perfect for those mornings where everyone feels hungover (but haven’t had a sip of alcohol) or for a mid-day pick-me-up.
Where to buy: Single Cup Club (starting at $20/month)
Subscription boxes for parents who don’t get out much
5. Sunbasket Meal Delivery
While there are approximately 2 million meal subscription services, Sunbasket consistently gets great reviews. Not only are there tons of subscription options to choose from, the meals are developed by Justine Kelly, a chef known for her work at James Beard-award winning restaurant, Slanted Door. Delicious meal kits or fresh and ready meals without the guesswork? Pretty much every new parent’s love language.
Where to buy: Sunbasket Meal Delivery Service (starting at $12 per serving, plus a shipping fee per box)
6. Winc Wine Club
It isn’t always easy for parents of young kids to get out — so why not bring the party to them? After filling out the Palate Profile, Winc will handpick wines and deliver them monthly. The perfect companion for movie nights and chill (or not so chill) dinners.
Where to buy: Winc Wine Club ($60 worth of credits each month, which can be used towards any wine on their site)
7. Date Night in a Box
Know any parents who have fallen into a pattern falling asleep on the couch every night (AKA, know any parents?)? Gift them with Date Night in a Box, which delivers fun activities, recipes and mood-setters for the ultimate night in.
Where to buy: Date Night in a Box (starting at $46/month)
Subscription boxes for parents who are adventurous
8. Try the World Foods
Try the World is another food subscription service, but instead of delivering standard fare for weeknight family dinners, it delivers snackables, drinks and ingredients to cook with from countries around the world.
Where to buy: Try the World Food Subscription Box (starting at $25/month)
9. Think Outside Box
Technically, Think Outside boxes are geared towards children (young and old), but the whole family will enjoy them. Created to inspire kids to get off their screens, Think Outside delivers quality outdoor gear and educational resources for the whole family to enjoy out in nature.
Where to buy: Think Outside Box ($46/month)
Subscription boxes for parents who prefer the finer things
10. Breo Box Tech Subscription
Got any gadget-lovers in your life? Or folks who like to have the latest and greatest? Breo Box is a tech-inspired subscription box that delivers “the coolest products you never knew you needed” quarterly. Past products include coffee grinders, travel vacuums and a waterproof camera. Perfect for parents.
Where to buy: Breo Box Tech Subscription ($89 per box)
11. Bouqs Flower Subscription
For the moms and dads who, despite the Legos all over the floor, still want their home to look stylish and fresh, consider Bouqs, the monthly flower subscription service. A gorgeous, seasonal bouquet every four weeks? Yes, please.
Where to buy: Bouqs Flower Subscription (starting at $48/month)
12. Cococlectic Chocolate Subscription
For parents who are tired of eating their kids’ ice pops and leftover Halloween candy, gift them with Cococlectic, a “craft bean-to-bar club.” Each month, small batch chocolates, made by only using three main ingredients, are delivered to the doorstep. Sweet!
Where to buy: Cococlectic Chocolate Subscription Box (starting at $44/month)
Subscription boxes for parents who are natural-minded
13. Horti Plant Subscription
Bring the outdoors — and all its good oxygen — indoors with Horti, a houseplant subscription service. Delivering a leafy plants in cute terracotta planters each month, parents with a penchant for nature are sure to be delighted.
Where to buy: Horti Plant Subscription Box (starting at $36/month)
14. MightyFix Green Products
MightyFix curates commonly used products and delivers the clean and natural version. From body care to food storage, each month subscribers will discover a new-to-them, non-toxic product.
Where to buy: MightyFix Green Product Subscription (starting at $13/month)