Finding the perfect gift for a new dad can be tricky. You want to find something fun or thoughtful but still practical and useful. Whether it’s his first Father’s Day, a holiday or a gift to say “congratulations on fatherhood”, here are some of the most unique and thoughtful gifts for a man becoming a father.
Best New Dad or Dad to Be Gift:
It’s like a diaper bag you’re wearing. This super soft hoodie is equipped with six mesh, elasticated pockets for his wallet and phone, sippy cups, bottles, diapers, wipes and more. I feel like you could easily put a beer and a sandwich in there too if you wanted to. 😉 They also released a vest version! You can shop the Dad Hoodie here.
Upload your favorite photos and customize the text with large, easy-to-read type. You can find them at Pinhole Press. They make wonderful personalized first time dad gifts. (Use the code PREGNANT for a 10% discount.)
I’ll take 10 of these, please. They also have a car playmat t-shirt. You can find them on Etsy.
I’m embarrassed to admit some of these jokes made me laugh. It would make a great little gift, stocking stuffer, or even an amazing pregnancy announcement. You can find it on Amazon.
I see so many posts on social media that say, “Dad, take a picture,” but what if he doesn’t know what he’s supposed to take a picture of?
This excellent course has 52 easy weekly prompts that will have him shooting and editing like a pro from a mobile phone (he also gets full access to go through the course at any pace he wants) . It’s a great way to capture those special moments so everyone wins – and get fewer shots of mom closing her eyes and spitting on her left breast. The entire course is only $49 and you can find it on the Famtography site.
These father baby matching sets will never get old for me. Never! I like the one that still works when not side by side. You can buy them on Etsy.
This babywearing shirt is designed exclusively for dads and there’s no complicated wrapping or buckling – just place baby in the front pouch for incredible, hands-free support. The pouch securely holds a newborn up to 15 lbs (the first 3 to 5 months) and shirt sizes range from S-2XL. You can find them on the Lalabu site and on Amazon.
Remember: these popular shirts have many knock offs that may not have safe seams to hold a baby. Lalabu brand is the original so stick with them if you want.
I think we all know some phone-scrolling bathroom hibernators who could use it. A subtle way to say, “sh*to get off the pot, sir.” You can shop them here.
Convenience in mind, the Omni Breeze is a great product that will probably work well for mom and dad. Some guys tend to run hot (insert dad joke here) so I chose the most breathable carrier on the market. You can find them here.
It’s no fun being caught without a spare diaper when your baby decides to soil his back. This canvas pouch can hold a diaper, disposable change pad, bag, hand sanitizer, pacifier, sunscreen, onesie, socks, mitts, or anything else you might want to stash in your glovebox or trunk in case of an emergency. You can find the ‘baby crap’ bag at the store. We also have ‘oh sh!t’ and ‘I used to be cool’ as well, which would also make a fantastic new dad gift.
Wonderbly makes personalized hardcover keepsake books that can be customized with the child’s name and dad’s (or grandpa’s) handle. These 34 page books are gorgeous and do a great job of incorporating names into the story. The picture here doesn’t do them justice. Amazing.
It’s a fun and relatively easy way to capture your kids and share a good feeling.
You can create a custom piece – right down to the size and color theme – to make the perfect art for the home or office. (It would also be perfect for the photos above.) You can check them out on Minted here.
If you’re looking for a REALLY good diaper bag, I highly recommend the Paperclip. Their bags don’t skimp on quality or features – they even have an integrated changing station. You can buy them here on Amazon.
If you like the idea and want to see more options, you can also check out my post on Best Gender Neutral Diaper Bags.
These made-to-order prints feature the night sky on your children’s birth date. I have shown the version with three dates, but you can choose from different setups. You have to print it yourself (they only send the .jpeg) but you can go to an office supply store to run the larger version and you don’t have to worry about it getting squished in the mail. You can shop for all options here.
Funny but subtle enough that it will go over the heads of most kind relatives. You can find them here.
This little jar contains tokens like “read our favorite storybook”, “bubble blowing”, etc. to start some ideas for daddy and baby. (The image they have shows ‘Mummy’ but you can personalize it for ‘daddy’, ‘papi’, ‘old me’, etc.) It might be fun to pair it with some props that are also needed for activities. Here’s where to find them on Etsy.
I can’t get over how cute these t-shirts are. The little dipper comes in sizes as small as 3-6 months and goes up to anything that fits a 12 year old, making it the perfect gift for new dads and older dads alike. You can find them here.
Just to be clear, this is not a dads-who-are-so-dumb-ha-ha suggestion. If you’re formula feeding, scooping and measuring is a huge pain-in-the-butt and if you’re not the usual scooper and measurer, you’ll have to ask for the standard scooper and measurer. This guy may be asleep (and hopefully stay that way) but with this Brezza, any rockstar who gets up in the middle of the night only needs to press a button to produce the bottle. You can find the formula dispenser here.
For itty bitty hipsters in training. You can find them on Etsy.
This fun (and inexpensive) cooler is a fun gift for any expectant or new dad. I found it on Etsy.
The Cruiser is cool because you can push it like a high-end stroller or pull it like a wagon – it can even be used with an Infant Car Seat Adaptor. It’s rugged yet lightweight, made from aircraft-grade aluminum, and can hold up to 150 pounds while weighing less than most double strollers. They are BEAUTIFUL and you can trick them out with great accessories. You can shop the cruiser here or you can read more about it in our review.
I also love the Little House on the Prairie reference that some people may or may not get. Either way, this set is a great gift for a new dad. You can find them on Etsy.
This guided journal is designed to help fathers write down the memories they want to keep and share with their children. It provides prompts to record memories from their childhood, school years, early adulthood, and more, such as: What was your house like growing up? What was your first job? What is one thing you wish you had done differently? What’s the best advice you’ve ever received? It’s pretty cool, especially as a first time dad gift. I found it on Amazon.
These boxes are hand-packed with 5-8 of the coolest tech, homeware, fitness and lifestyle products. I like it for new dads because they are usually full of items that are used for a little adventure at home instead of requiring a 7 hour day trip to try out his new spelunking gear. You can buy a subscription or a box, but be careful – they sell out fast. Check out Breo Boxes here.
“I don’t want my anaconda unless you have buns, hun!” All kidding aside, charities are a wonderful gift for the person who has everything. WWF.
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See also: A Dad’s Guide to Raising a Baby Girl
