60 Great Father's Day Gifts for New Dads

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It’s his first Father’s Day—a big deal! He's living the dream, and that means two things: 1) He’s happy 2) He’s tired. The diaper changing, the late nights, the early mornings. Not to mention he hasn't had time for a workout in months. This is the best thing he's ever done, but it's hardest thing he's ever done. Hence, this Father’s Day, no matter if he’s your husband, cousin, friend, or... coworker (maybe sit this one out), get him a first Father’s Day gift that’ll make his first run at parenthood a hell of a lot easier.

Here's some pointers: The best gift for him should help him not stress much about being a dad. We say either go functional (diaper bag, dad shoes, or a biometric safe) or fun (TV, video games, or booze). We’ve got 60 first Father's Day gifts to make that happen—including killer sleep upgrades, useful gadgets, fun family games, and gag-worthy laughs that he can relish on his own or with his baby. Help the new dad celebrate his first newly ratified fatherhood status the right way.

'Go the F**k to Sleep'

Because honestly, that kid needs to go the fuck to sleep.

Poco Child Carrier

Father's Day hits at that perfect time for a Dad that's itching to get outside. If he wants to show baby the wonders of the great outdoors, this is the best carrier to do that with.

Shark AV753 ION

Want a gift that will only increase in value in subsequent years? This is that gift. By the time the baby turns three or four, he'll call you up and personally thank you for this little robot vacuum.

SmartGoggles

He's been stressed as hell since the baby got here. These goggles do massages and heat treatment to help dad relax, decompress, and get some sleep.

Laundry Essentials Kit

You never thought you'd see the day. The guy you've known for however many years is freaking out over bleaches and dyes. He's worried about what his baby comes in contact with, and we can't blame him for that! Get him started with Blueland, who makes the cleanest home cleaning products around.

Flip Case

So when he's got a kid sitting on his shoulder, he'll need to keep tabs on only the essentials and nothing more.

Ultralight Black Hole Mini

Baby's emergency snacks go in a diaper bag or stroller pocket. Dad's emergency snacks go in his personal fanny pack. Because you should always keep baby and adult stashes separate.

20 oz Travel Mug

He's got a busy few years ahead. Get him a nice travel coffee mug.

Duck Canvas Detroit Jacket

When you become a dad, you lose time to think about anything other than the kid. This jacket is Austin Butler's style hack, and it'll work just as well on the new dad.

ABC Classic-Fit Trouser

Pants that're so comfortable he'll never take them off.

Mountain Light II

How about a pair of boots he can wear anywhere.

The Bandera

These boots can also be worn anywhere.

Charge 6

Don't get me wrong, an Oura Ring is great, but like I've been saying, a new dad needs simplicity. The Fitbit Charge 6 is the best fitness gadget for that. There's no hidden signup fees. And, it gives him actionable data to improve his health and make sure he's able to play with the baby for years to come.

Strong Series Rower

Expensive? Yes. But, it'll replace his gym membership, and 30 minutes on this thing is all he'll need to stay in baby wrangling shape.

Warm Book Light

Pair that with a warm book light so he can read to the baby (or himself) without disrupting either of their sleep schedules

Waffle Bath Robe

Now more than ever, he's going to relish his quiet time. Putting the baby to bed, taking a hot shower, and sitting down to binge watch The Bear is great... But doing it in a plush bath robe makes it transcendental.

Deluxe Lunch Cooler Bag

Enough space for his lunch, the baby's snacks, and a couple beverages... Plus it's tough enough to handle whatever spills and accidents come his way.

Indi Diaper Backpack

A diaper bag that looks good enough to be a work bag. He'll appreciate it. Plus, he can get his own duffel to match.

Flex System

Packable, stackable containers so he can bring his entire routine—skincare, supplements, etc.—with him when he heads out of town.

GO Plus Biometric Stash Case

There's just some stuff that kids should not lay a finger on. He'll keep them safe and sound in this portable safe instead.

Stackable Snack Containers

He gets to pass down his love of Star Wars (or Marvel or DC). And more importantly, he's got ready-to-go container that has space for his snacks and the baby's. Win-win!

ProStak

Trying to feed a small child will lead to him skipping some meals. Protein shakes are a great way to get his calories back, and that's vital if he's still trying to hit the gym. This BlenderBottle has clever compartments for all his powders and supplements when he's on the go.

Blender

Or just get him our absolute favorite blender, and he can make his smoothies that way.

Expedition Jogger Travel System Stroller

The fight against the Dad Bod starts today. Both setups (running stroller or handheld carry) will help keep him feeling fit.

Pull Up Bar and Dip Station

And as time and money become precious commodities, that gym membership will be first to go. A pull up bar/dip station in the garage is all he needs to stay fully fit.

Go Suspension Trainer System

Add a TRX System to that stroller plus garage setup, and he'll probably get more ripped at home than he ever did at the local gym.

Cast Shadow Decorative Plates

These elegant hand crafted in France plates will liven up whatever he puts on them—whether it's a weeknight sheet pan meal or a weekend ribeye.

Px7 S2

These days, he can't listen to music past 9pm, so a great pair of noise cancelling headphones are the perfect purchase. Bowers & Wilkins makes the Rolls Royce of headphones. (And they're cheaper than the AirPods Max.)

Nightstand Bundle

Sleep is tough to come by these days. Give him the tools (a smart alarm clock and sunrise lamp) to gently wake him up, making sure he gets the most out of those R.E.M. cycles.

990v5

New father? Time to adopt the shoe favored by dads all across America.

Newport H2 Shoes

Or you can fully combine the Dad Shoe thing and the Outdoorsy Dad thing with some Keen Newports. Practical? Abso-fuckin-lutely. Ugly? Not anymore! Keen's new monochromatic editions of everyone's favorite water shoe look really, really good.

Hypervolt Go 2

He's getting aches and pains he's never had before. A percussion massager will keep him feeling young.

7 Maillon Panda Tie

A really nice tie is a good thing for a dad to own. Gift him this one now, and one day he'll pass it down to his firstborn.

12 Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Nothing fancy or crazy expensive. Just a nice Scotch to mix or sip when he puts the kid to bed.

Dark Roast

Stone Street's dark roast is one of our favorite blends, and it'll help him keep up with the kid in year two.

Bleu de Chanel Shaving Kit

Now is the perfect time to improve his grooming ritual. The old-fashioned feel of a boar-bristle brush will make his whole routine feel more considered. But if $350 is too pricey, the Bleu de Chanel aftershave lotion is a similar little luxury.

CBD Pre Rolled Joints 10 Pack

But maybe he really needs to chill out. But the new legalized 70 percent THC corpo-weed makes him feel like he's dying. Dad Grass makes a CBD alternative. It chills him out without blasting him off to Mars.

Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug 2, 14 oz, Black, 80 min. Battery Life - App Controlled Heated Coffee Mug - Improved Design

Just because keeping his espresso warm is now demoted to the second spot on his morning to-do list doesn't mean it's no longer desired. Get him Ember's smart mug.

Dad and Baby Footprint

It won't be long before the kid is grown and makes their coop away from home. This gift will touch his heart for years to come.

Captain & First Mate Matching Dad Shirt & Baby Bodysuit

Listen, you don't think it's cute—but then you see them wearing it...

Dad Established Glass

So he'll never forget.

3 in 1 Advanced Baby Bottle & Pouch Warmer

Dad likely would appreciate a hand with milk temperature at feeding time. This machine makes it impossible to screw up.

Bluetooth Smart Pen & Notebook Set

Baby saliva, vomit, or snot might smear up his notes, but Moleskine's smart note set will record his every stroke in real-time in the app. This is really the kids-proof notebook if we've ever known one.

Digital Picture Frame

Such cuteness could be his if you get him this Wi-Fi-enabled digital picture frame. The best part is, you can send photos directly to the frame to surprise him, and he can "like" it to let you know he's watching.

Omni 360 All-Position Baby Carrier

Nothing says "I'm a new dad" like a good old classic baby carrier. And Ergobaby offers luxury and comfort in one, for both people involved.

Music Library Subscription Box

If he's already got a name for the family band picked out, then hook him and his kid up with the storybooks that'll make it happen. Magic Library regularly sends out kids' books and accessories themed around musicians, from Beethoven to Bob Marley.

Wooden Family Board Games

Baseball, soccer, hockey, and horse racing—these family games will help cultivate the kid towards the activities dad already loves.

Baby Monitor with True Crying Detection

In addition to being as cute a dang Pixar character, this camera also keeps tabs on his baby's crying, sleeping, and wandering. That's the peace of mind a new parent wants.

Monthly Spirits Club

God knows how many drinks he needs.

The Draft Top 3.0

It doesn't just crack open a cold one—it literally takes the whole top off. Safe for his lips and the kid's prying hands. (The contents? Not so safe.)

Cotton Poplin Pajama Set

Speaking of better sleep, J.Crew's classic pajamas will upgrade his nighttime comfort from "restless teen in hot summer" to "classic '50s dad in an AC-powered house."

Premium Face + Scalp Starter Kit

He won't have the time to go on Curology and wait for a dermatologist to fix his tired skin now. Instead, MANTL's facial kit has the essentials—from SPF to anti-aging moisturizer—to put it to rights.

MasterClass Annual Membership

We can't say for sure that there's a celebrity-taught lesson here on how to master fathering—who knows? Maybe Kit Harington or Joe Jonas is signing up to teach one after becoming dads themselves?—but there's enough arts and crafts here for any father to learn and pass on to the kid when the time comes.

Scanwatch Horizon Hybrid Smartwatch

$500 at amazon

A smartwatch that doubles down on luxury mechanical style without losing the data-tracking knack in getting his ECG, heart rate, and sleep cycles measured is fit for a new dad who still knows how to take care of himself.

Always Pan

Instagram's favorite pan is an all-in-one kind of cookware that he needs to be a do-it-all kind of dad. It's capable of frying, braising, steaming, sautéing, steaming, boiling—you get the gist.

Now I-Type Instant Camera

To capture all of the indelible, first-time moments that'll soon follow, and to stick them on the fridge immediately after, Polaroid's instant camera with exceptional quality will do.

Adventure Flask Kit

Otherwise known as his emergency survival kit.

Ace Sweatpant

New dads need a pair of pants that can stand up to spit-up stains and everything else his suddenly hectic life throws his way, without sacrificing comfort or style. Mack Weldon's nailed it with these Ace sweats, elastic waistband and all.

Cordless Beard Trimmer

$200 at target

Give him the gift of a perfect shave (even when he's half-asleep) courtesy of Silicon Valley darling Bevel and its damn-near-revolutionary beard groomer.

Wave Plus Multi-Tool

For putting together all the baby stuff, and for fixing said stuff once the baby is let loose in it.

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