39 Best Gifts for New Dads That Fathers Say They Really Want
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The best gifts for new dads go a long way to make the him feel appreciated when everything is—understandably—a little out of sorts.
Great gifts for dads are either useful or fun—something to make his new life easier or lend a smile when he’s feeling overworked. A digital picture frame filled with prized photos is great for the sentimental dad known to well up at the sight of his family. Or maybe he’s more of a funny guy? You can’t go wrong with a laugh-out-loud personalized “survival guide” book. Practicality is king for new dads adjusting to completely different routines too. The new dads we spoke to say they can’t get enough comfy joggers for lounging with baby. Some even appreciated a rugged diaper bag to help him take his newborn on adventures.
To make treating him—truly treating him, not just scooping up another baby gift—easy, we polled dozens of real dads to find out what they received and loved in those early postpartum days—most of which will arrive in time for Christmas. Some are celebrating their first go at fatherhood; others have been around the block four or more times.
The best gifts for new dads, at a glance
- Best Gift Set for New Dads: Coterie The Newborn Gift Set, $125
- Most Useful Gift for New Dads: UPPAbaby Changing Backpack, $130
- Best Gift for Paternity Leave: Amazon Fire 7” Tablet, $60
- Best Sentimental Gift for New Dads: “Made for Me” by Zack Bush and Gregorio De Lauretis, $12
- Best Hospital Gift for New Dads: Lululemon Soft Jersey Jogger, $98
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