Christmas Gift Ideas for Parents

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Foot massage bath

A foot massage bath is exactly the gift that will allow parents to relax and have fun in the evening, sitting at home on their favorite chair or sofa. This device performs hydro massage with warm water with the addition of essential oils, which relaxes muscles, strengthens ligaments and joints, improves blood circulation . Finally, the massage effect helps to relieve stress, improve mood and well-being, and it also gives pleasure in itself.

Usually, one model of a massage bath supports several types of massage: spirit, vibration massage, acupuncture or massage roller/ball nozzle. More advantageous against the background of standard models are instances with the function maintenance or water temperature adjustments.

Popular solutions include Bosch PMF 2232 with three convenient nozzles for foot massage and pilling. The device supports operation in three different modes: vibration, spirit and roller, and with it comes a removable protective cover that protects the surrounding space from possible splashes.

A more progressive model is Vitek VT-1385 , the positive effect of which is the possibility of acupuncture massage of the foot points. In addition, the massage bath is equipped with a special diffuser for essential oils and is equipped with an infrared radiation system that serves to warm up bones and joints, as well as enhance blood circulation.

Flashlight

Looking at the flash of a mobile phone, it may seem that a flashlight is not a very popular thing in the modern world. But no built-in smartphone flash will allow you to cover a distance of more than a few metres with a light beam. Therefore, the flashlight occupies a worthy place among useful household appliances.

compact or full-size flashlights. The bright representatives of the first type include Bailong Police T8626S-XPE and Fenix E35UE 2016 Edition . Both of these flashlights are enclosed in a high-strength metal case and use an 18650 battery as a power source. The differences between them lie in the longer illumination range of the first instance and in the ability to adjust the angle, as well as the focus range of the beam in the second. A selection of other popular models of portable flashlights is presented in the article "Down with the darkness! TOP 5 compact flashlights".

Among the representatives of the full-size type, three solutions from leading manufacturers of lighting equipment can be distinguished: Fenix TK35UE 2015 , Maglite 3D LED and Nitecore TM15 . All these devices are almost identical in terms of the range of the luminous flux, but differ in terms of brightness, size and duration of battery life.

Media centre for TV

The lion's share of older people prefer to spend their free time in front of the TV screen. As a gift, they will definitely like the TV set-top box, which significantly "pumps" the capabilities of the TV.

A small box with electronic hardware actually hides a remarkable potential. It opens access to a huge number of movies and TV shows from online media libraries, as well as viewing online videos from video hosting sites (for example, YouTube). In addition, among the functions of home media centers, the ability to reproduce content from removable media (USB flash drive or external hard drive) usually appears.

Here a quite natural question arises: won't it be too difficult to manage the "smart" functions? In fact, the menu interface of set-top boxes often has an intuitive appearance, which everyone can understand without much difficulty. The model has Xiaomi Mi Box 3 menu items can be adjusted according to your own preferences. But at the same time, this console does not always boast of full localization for the east european market (some functions of the model are available only in China).

Media centers from Xiaomi, as well as a number of other solutions, work on the basis of Android OS. The advantage of this shell is the presence of many compatible applications that expand the capabilities of the console. Several alternative versions of set-top boxes for home use are given in the material "Make your TV smarter: TOP-5 media centers".

Slow cooker

A slow cooker can almost completely take over the responsibilities of cooking. All that is required from the user is to download products to the device and select the desired programme. And while this "miracle machine" is cooking, you can relax or go about your business.

The multivark family is divided into two large groups: classic slow cookers and pressure cookers. The latter differ in that the cooking process in them is carried out at elevated pressure and temperature values. Pressure cookers require special care when using, but at the same time they offer a faster cooking time and ensure maximum safety of the useful qualities of the products.

Among the popular models, one can single out a multi-kitchen Redmond RMK-M231 , the lifting heating element in the design of which provides the possibility of cooking in a frying pan. In addition, the device is additionally supplied with compact aerogrill. The slow cooker has a special "Multi-cooker" mode that allows you to adjust the cooking time and temperature. The useful volume of the model is 5 liters, which is quite enough for a family of 3-4 people.

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Coffee maker

If parents are used to drinking instant or brewing natural coffee in turke, why not give them a full-fledged coffee machine? Such a device will free them from unnecessary work, and, depending on the model, will be able to keep the coffee hot for several hours.

The simplest option to purchase are inexpensive drip models (filtration type). On the one hand, the drink prepared in such a machine has a less saturated taste, and on the other hand, most of these models are able to keep it hot for a while. Of the popular representatives of this class, you can select Philips Daily Collection HD7457/20 stainless steel and Vitek VT-1506 stainless steel with cup heating function.

In geyser models, water passes through a basket of ground coffee when heated, after which the finished drink is placed in a separate tank. In terms of flavor saturation, this type of coffee makers is still not perfect, but in comparison with drip models, the positive difference is felt significantly. A good example of a geyser coffee machine is De'Longhi EMKP 63 silver .

The best saturation is provided by espresso coffee makers that prepare coffee under pressure. In manual models (for example, SAECO Poemia Focus ) the user loads the ground coffee into the horn himself, while automatic representatives of this type of coffee machines do all the work themselves according to a preset programme. As an example of the last subtype, you need to highlight De'Longhi Magnifica ESAM 3000.B black .

Thermos bag

When preparing for a picnic or a short visit to the country, a thermos bag will help to ensure the freshness of products and prevent their spoilage. In its depths, provisions and drinks are guaranteed to keep the temperature unchanged for several hours. The shape of such a mini-refrigerator is difficult to distinguish from an ordinary bag, except that thermal boxes, devoid of fabric covering over the body. It is possible to carry a thermos bag by means of a handle or a convenient shoulder strap.

An affordable option for purchasing a gift is a thermos bag Time Eco TE-3020SH Price from 497 up to 547 ₴. Among the crowd of peers, her catchy design distinguishes her. The useful volume of the bag is 20 liters, and the temperature in it remains at the same level for 12 hours. In addition, the model looks almost the same as a regular bag.

A more practical purchase may be a bag Ezetil Keep Cool Professional 18 with several pockets for small items (forks, spoons, matches, etc.). However, its capacity is not that big (about 18 liters). Therefore, when you need to put more products in a bag, it is better to pay attention to a more expensive, but at the same time more interesting model with a useful volume of 27 liters . The set with a thermos bag additionally includes picnic utensils (mugs, plates, spoons, forks, knives and a cutting board).

Car cooler

An improved version of the thermos bag is designed for installation in the car interior. With the help of an auto-cooler, soft drinks and food keep cool even longer even in the hottest summer heat. This is one of those devices that it's always a pity to buy yourself, but it would be nice to get as a gift.

Most models of car coolers belong to two major categories: containers and bags. The main difference between these types is that the former are designed for a stationary installation in a car, and the latter are equipped with special handles for easy carrying in the hands.

Especially advanced models allow not only to cool products, but also provide the opportunity to freeze or heat the contents. These include the refrigerator Mystery MTC-24 Price from 3 065 up to 3 949 ₴ — they managed to place a built-in fan in the compact case of the device and provided for the possibility of working both from the 230 V network and from the socket of the car cigarette lighter.

Even more pumped is the Thermo TR-19A , which has in its arsenal an electronic control panel with a small display for displaying temperature readings. She can create a cold up to -25 °C or heat the products placed inside to +65 °C. The power supply of the car cooler is provided by any of the methods from the mains 12, 24 or 230 V.

Barbecue or barbecue

Cooking shish kebab or grilled dishes is a great excuse for a joint family pastime. Irreplaceable helpers in this matter are a good barbecue or barbecue. And it is not necessary to wait for the summer to use these devices — the decision to fry meat directly on New Year's Eve can make the holiday special and distinguish it from many others.

What is a barbecue, it is not worth explaining. But barbecue grill still seems to be a curiosity to many. In view of this, it may turn out to be a more interesting gift. Grilled meat and vegetables are cooked in it on a special grill, which simplifies the cooking process itself and saves time on stringing products on skewers.

One of the good portable barbecues is Time Eco 4081S with six skewers included and a special bag for carrying and storing the device. Of the solutions for a stationary installation in the courtyard of a private house, we can recommend taking a closer look at Ferraboli Idro Price from 2 717 up to 3 905 ₴, in the design of which there is a removable tray that simplifies the process of cleaning the brazier from ash.

If you prefer barbecue, then pay attention to the interesting hemisphere Time Eco TE-2014-7 . Electric models that can be operated directly indoors are also popular. The family of similar devices includes Steba VG-250 Price from 5 439 up to 7 398 ₴.

High pressure washer

First of all, these devices are designed for car washing. But in fact, a high-pressure washer turns into a universal device for cleaning almost everything except cars. Especially when it comes to operation in the country or in a country house.

It is necessary to consider as a gift household models, since professional car washes are designed for intensive use in car washes, and some of these, they are also designed to be connected to a three- phase 400 V power supply network. Household mini-washes have a relatively small capacity, a limited set of functions and are oriented to work from a standard 230 V network.

Popular representatives of the minimoek class are arranged in ascending order of cost in the following order: Skil 0761 , Karcher K 2 Price from 4 605 up to 6 999 ₴ and Bosch AQT 33-10 . The technical parameters of these models (power, maximum pressure and water temperature) are almost identical. Only here three different nozzles (fan, spot and mud) are included in the delivery package of the product from the Karcher company, and the Bosch solution is equipped with a built-in pump, so that water intake can be carried out from almost any sources (barrels, pools, reservoirs, etc.).

Mattress

Good and deep sleep is the key to a healthy life, good physical and emotional well—being. A high-quality sleeping place will help to avoid back pain, which haunts many people at an age, and will also provide healthy and comfortable sleeping conditions. And proper support of the body during sleep will allow you to get rid of the feeling of tension, so that when parents wake up in the morning they will be cheerful and well-rested.

All mattresses differ in the level of rigidity, which can be high, medium or low. Many people mistakenly believe that the harder the mattress, the better it creates an orthopedic effect. In fact, this is not entirely however since each option is designed purely for its own purposes.

Soft mattresses provide the necessary support to the spine without creating pressure on other parts of the body. Such products are best suited for the elderly, users weighing up to 60 kg, as well as those who like to sleep on their side. In addition, they are most often recommended for pain in the lower back.

Models with an average level of rigidity are considered more versatile. They are recommended for people with a weight in the range of 60-90 kg, who do not suffer from any spinal disorders.

Mattresses with increased stiffness are recommended for users with a large body weight (more than 90 kg), as well as for people with certain back diseases. Among other things, rigid models are preferred for children whose musculoskeletal system needs good fixation.