The Best Father’s Day Gifts for New Dads
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A dad’s first Father’s Day is a big deal. You’ll want to get him something special to make it worthy of such a momentous occasion yet practical so that he’ll actually use it. And if it can help him navigate the early, sleepless days of fatherhood more smoothly, even better. Below, I’ve rounded up the best Father’s Day gifts for new dads — everything from comfortable clothing to sentimental mementos — for those late nights, countless diaper changes, and everything in between. For all the other dad types out there, check out our gift guides for foodies, grill masters, outdoorsmen, golf dads, and more, all collected here.
$25 and under
For the new dad who needs to stay caffeineted
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Get him one of our favorite coffee-bean subscriptions so he’ll never run out. Right now, Strategist readers receive an exclusive deal for Father’s Day with code DOTD. That’s half off any subscription plan you choose, includingfree shipping.
For the new dad who forgets to stay hydrated
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Keeping a not-too-big water bottle by his side will remind him to hydrate.
For the new dad who wants to be comfortable
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He’ll be spending a lot of time on the couch with his new roommate, so he’ll want to be in shorts that are comfy and reliable. (They’re what chef Andy Baraghani buys in multiples.)
For the new dad who prefers sweats
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These Best in Class sweats are under $20, which means he won’t be too upset if they get spit-up on them.
For the new dad who needs a good summer read
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At under-150 pages, Ben Lerner’s latest book — one of our favorites of the year — will hold the new dad’s attention despite his sleep deprivation.
For the new dad trying not to disturb his new roommate
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A book light that’s easy on the eyes.
For the new dad who wants to remember every moment
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The first five years of fatherhood will be marked by milestones large and small. Dad can jot down all of them in this easy-to-use journal that has space for writing only a sentence a day, so there’s no pressure to make it a whole thing.
For the new dad who’s serious about his writing implements
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Elevate his quick journaling process with an inexpensive yet reliable starter fountain pen.
$50 and under
For the new dad who’s always losing his sunglasses
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Inexpensive and sporty, these athletic sunglasses from Goodr will stay on his face (or the top of his head) when he’s out on a stroller walk with the baby.
For the new dad who sips his coffee all day long
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Owala SmoothSip Slider - 20 Oz.
Owala’s insulated tumbler will keep his coffee hot no matter how many times he’s interrupted by the baby’s cries.
For the new dad who’s sentimental
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A personalized photo book capturing his first weeks as a new dad would be so sweet.
For the new dad who can’t wait to get back on the green
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Putt-a-Bout Par 3 Putting Green
He won’t have too much time to play golf (or exercise at all), but he can at least keep his form in check with this indoor putting mat.
$100 and under
For the new dad who wants a camera that’s not his phone
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Camp Snap 2
Camp Snap’s newest generation of screen-free digital camera is slimmer, comes with six filters, and has a longer battery life.
For the new dad who will be on his feet a lot
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A pair of Hoka’s recovery slides to keep his feet supported and comfortable.
For the new dad who doesn’t want a traditional diaper bag
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Lightweight and roomy, this tote also converts into a backpack.
For the new dad who doesn’t have time to eat
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Nutribullet Pro 900
Instead, he can whip himself up a nutrient-packed smoothie in seconds with this powerful personal blender.
$200 and under
For the new dad who needs a low-key hobby
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He can work on this Back to the Future LEGO set in between naps.
For the new dad who likes to hold the baby close
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Our Best in Class carrier works for a range of body types and is comfortable for moms and dads. (I should know — my husband and I used this with both of our boys when they were babies.)
For the new dad who’s back in the office
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Aura Mason 9”
You can preload our favorite digital frame with all of his favorite snaps or upload them in real time while he’s at work.
For the new dad who can’t quit his podcasts
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Sonos Roam 2
Now he and the baby can listen to The Daily together every morning.
For the new dad who doesn’t have time to shower
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Tushy Spa 3.0 - Warm Water
He won’t miss taking long showers when he’s got this warm-water bidet to keep him fresh every time he mounts the throne.
For the new dad who needs a quick cuppa
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All it takes is a push of a button to get a perfect espresso every time.
$200 and up
For the new dad who multitasks
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This new bouncer from Stokke also swings side to side so that Baby can enjoy some movement while Dad finishes up lunch or reads a book.
For the new dad who’s extra tense
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If his shoulders and back are tense from rocking a baby for hours, he might appreciate some more forceful pressure around his shoulder blades and neck, which is where our Best in Class massage gun comes in.
For the new dad who is on overnight duty
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He’ll be able to warm up baby’s milk to the perfect temperature in just a few minutes even when he’s groggy from lack of sleep with this self-warming system from Ember.
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