Why Amazon Prime Day Is a Grandparent’s Secret Weapon

Prime Day isn’t just for snagging gadgets or stocking up on household stuff. It’s also a sweet little window for grandparents to pick up thoughtful gifts for their grandkids without waiting for the holiday rush. Whether you’re planning ahead for birthdays, tucking away surprises for the holidays, or just want to brighten their day for no reason at all, this is a great time to save on things they’ll love.

Our Grandparent Prime Day Blueprint makes it easy to find the perfect present for every age and stage, from snuggly newborns to hard-to-please teens.

Step 1: Refresh (or Create) Your Amazon Gift List

• Open a “Gifts for the Grandkids” list. Already have one? Great—dust it off. New to Amazon Lists? Setup takes under five minutes, and you can find helpful instructions here.
• If you’ve used this list before, scroll through last year’s picks. Take off anything that’s out of stock or no longer a good fit.
• Think about who you’re shopping for this year. Consider their ages, interests, and any upcoming milestones, then start adding ideas that make sense for each one.
• Keep everything in one place, even the bigger items. You might not grab that ride-on Jeep or Nugget couch during Prime Day, but it’s helpful to track them in case another great deal pops up.

Pro Tip: Ask the parents about any wish-list gaps. Maybe the baby monitor has stopped working, or the preschooler needs a larger bike helmet.

Step 2: Add Our Prime Day Grandparent Power Picks

Visit our Prime Day Store where we’ve gathered a bunch of great Prime Day picks for every age, from babies just starting to explore the world to teens who can be tricky to shop for. Simply browse through the categories and add any gifts that catch your eye directly to your Amazon list. When the deals go live, you’ll be ready to grab them quickly and easily.

Babies (0-12 Months)

• Convertible car seats that grow with them
• Owlet Dream Sock or similar smart monitors
• Silicone stacking cups (great for fine-motor skills & bath time)
• Fisher-Price Deluxe Kick & Play Piano Gym
• Merino wool sleepsacks

Pro Tip: Expecting a new grandbaby? Check out registryfinder.com to quickly find the parents’ Amazon baby registry and shop for the gifts they really want and need.

Toddlers (1-3 Years)

• Strider balance bikes (to teach coordination before pedals)
• Magna-Tiles starter set (STEM play made simple)
• Wooden kitchen or workbench toys
• Toniebox audio storyteller (try the creative Tonies featuring grandma or grandpa reading their favorite story)
• Mess-free water and color sets for creativity
• Playhouse (outdoor fun and imagination)

 Preschool & Early Elementary (4-7 Years)

• Microscope or terrarium (for hands-on science experiments)
• Toniebox audio storyteller (check out the multipack with their favorite character figurines)
• PicassoTiles Roller Coaster Marble Run pack
• Alphabet learning toys
• Floor puzzles (bonus points for finding their favorite character on sale)

Big Kids & Teens (8-12+ Years)

• Kindle Paperwhite Kids (comes with a year of Kids+ books)
• LEGO Creator 3-in-1 sets for open-ended builds
• Osmo Genius Starter Kit (turns an iPad into a learning lab)
• Razor A5 Lux scooter (adjustable for fast-growing legs)
• 3D printer + accessories

Grandparent Faves (All Ages)

• Experience gifts: get all the supplies to build an outdoor movie theater at home (don’t forget the popcorn) or grab all the supplies for a day at the beach
• Memory makers: Fujifilm Instax Mini camera with extra film for candid cousin snapshots
• Story time upgrade: “Recordable” creative tonies —your voice turns every page into a hug

Want to add some of these ideas to your list? Find all of our Prime Day gift inspiration on our Amazon storefront easily here.

Step 3: Stack the Savings Like a Pro

Want to make your Prime Day dollars go even further? Here are some savvy little tricks to help you stack savings like a pro.

• Watch This Deal: Tap the button under eligible products to get a heads-up right when the price drops. That way, you never miss a good deal.
• Subscribe & Save: Diapers, snack pouches, and craft wipes might not be flashy, but they’re lifesavers when the grandkids come over. Plus, you can save around 20% on these essentials every month.
• No-Rush Digital Credits: If you don’t mind waiting a few extra days for shipping, Amazon often offers promo credit for items like e-books or movie rentals (perfect for cozy days with the kids).
• Gift Card Reload Bonus: Sometimes, Amazon offers $5–$15 bonus credits when you reload a gift card with $100. It’s a smart move to grab that credit early and use it during the sale to stretch your budget even further.

The Bottom Line

A little prep can turn Prime Day into your own grandparent power hour. You’ll lock in great deals, delight your grandkids, and then get to sit back and relax. Just remember to refresh those Amazon gift lists, fill them with thoughtful picks for every age, stack all the savings you can, and check in with the parents before the deals wrap up on July 11th.

If you have a question about choosing the just-right toy? Drop us a comment below or send a note to our Ask a Real Mom team on Instagram here.

Need more inspiration? Browse our curated Amazon Storefront for baby must-haves, learning toys, and tween-approved tech upgrades—all updated with fresh Prime Day markdowns.