New dads and parents in general will go through various “firsts” from their first bottle feeding and changing their first diaper to watching their baby to their first shaky steps. While all of these moments are exciting, there’s nothing more special than his first Father’s Day.
There’s no better way to commemorate this huge milestone in your new dad’s life than with a heartfelt first Father’s Day gift. Go the extra mile with a personalized men’s T-shirt he can treasure forever or choose the practical route with a diaper bag he’ll be able to use everyday.
There are an endless amount of possibilities to choose from, which is both a blessing and a curse when trying to find the best first Father’s Day gifts for your particular dad.
Thankfully, taking into account his interests and hobbies can help narrow down your search for the perfect gift.
If you’re still unsure where to start, we’ve got you covered and did the digging for you. No matter what kind of first-time father you’ve got in your life, we’ve sifted through all the potential gifts and rounded up the most praise-worthy picks.
Check out below to see our top 20 best first Father’s Day gifts to that’ll make the new dad in your life feel special and appreciated.
The new dad in your life can sport a matching outfit with his little on to commemorate the special day. Customize it with their names and even the colors of the shirts.
Help make changing diapers and carrying the essentials a breeze with this stylish yet durable diaper duffle. Not only does it include a carrying handle and shoulder strap, but there’s even a portable changing mat — because it doesn’t matter where you are when that diaper gets full, it’s full.
Becoming a dad also means telling cheesy dad jokes — it just comes with the territory. To help him collect the punniest ones surprise him with a book chalked full of them.
As a father you’re always on the go whether it’s to chase after his toddler who just started walking, or to run back into the house to grab that stuffed animal their kiddo can’t leave home without. These cozy pants will move with him and keep up with his active lifestyle without sacrificing style.
You can’t forget a solid pair of dad shoes for breaking into his newfound role and New Balance has the trendiest yet most supportive styles to complete the job. These sneakers come in neutral gray shades to match practically any outfit while the cushy sole helps absorb shock to keep him comfortable no matter where he’s off to.
Add some pep to his step with these adorable heart-shaped chips that will remind him why he’s such an awesome dad. When he’s feeling down or if he just wants to smile, he can open up the wooden container and be surprised with a sweet message.
It’s like they say, “They grow up too fast,” so why not freeze the moment their baby is small with a DIY hand kit that’ll remind him he’s the best and sport their child’s tiny hands.
It goes without saying that you can never have too many diapers as a new parent. To help keep him and his partner stocked up on the essentials, this subscription will ensure they’ll never have to race to the store after realizing they’ve only got three diapers and a single wipe left.
If he’s the outdoorsy type, he can share his love of nature and hiking with his baby using this backpack carrier. He’ll be able to strap his bundle of joy to his back and pack everything from diapers, snacks, bottles and more — all while enjoying the great outdoors.
For those mornings when he’s rushing out the door, he can still look fashionable without having to worry about ironing. This wrinkle-resistant linen shirt is lightweight, breathable and, most importantly, isn’t easily rumpled.
Golfers will be praising these custom golf balls for combining his love of the sport with his passion for parenting. You can even personalize it with their child’s name and a colored handprint.
This sterilizer is the ultimate time and space saver as his dishwasher won’t be packed with bottles and its accessories. Instead, this sterilizer will produce steam at a higher temperature than typical dishwashers to ensure each bottle of dropped toy is as clean as possible.
Even dads deserve some self care and this shower pack will leave them feeling and smelling good. Choose between three different scents and watch as his eyes light up over the luxurious body wash, deodorant, shampoo and condition and face wash options.
Time is a luxury new parents don’t have but this breakfast sandwich maker will make sure he’s well fed without having to monitor the stove.
Keep the coffee lover in your life caffeinated with a coffee subscription that will ship a new bag from different places every month. Just choose how many bags you want sent and watch as he indulges in his favorite beverage.
Whether the new dad in your life is traveling or just at work, he can carry his bundle of joy with him wherever he is. This mini keychain is made with a leather outside and has a variety of pictures you can customize. Make it extra special by having it sent in a wooden engraved box.
Every morning he can sip a cup of joe or tea with a smile as he admires his customized mug with photos of his favorite baby.
Having a baby means you’re always carrying around a suitcase worth of things anytime you leave the house. Thankfully, the Dad Hoodie will free up hand space by providing a lot of pockets for storing everything from bottles and wipes to his phone and even a book.
Surprise new fathers with an at-home massage that will target his neck and produce a shiatsu-inspired massage. The results will be total relaxation and soothed muscles to help him get back to parenting at full energy.
We had to finish with a classic gift and that’s the custom photo frame. Unlike basic frames, this one can be personalized with their baby’s name and the year of their first Father’s Day together. Then, just pair it with his favorite photo of the two of them and you’ve got yourself the perfect gift.
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