Being a new parent is hard, but these thoughtful and practical gifts are here to make dad's life a little easier.
Becoming a dad for the first time is a huge milestone worth celebrating in a big way. A dad's very first Father's Day is one he won't forget, which is why finding the perfect present worthy of such a momentous occasion is especially important.
This year, Father's Day lands on Sunday, June 16, which means that now is the right time to start shopping for a meaningful (and useful) gift for first-time fathers.
We've done the work for you by finding the best gifts for his first Father's Day, from practical options for new parents to high-tech gadgets that make self-care a little easier. Some of our favorite picks include a comfy hoodie that functions as a wearable diaper bag, a luxe Nespresso machine to make sleepless nights a little more bearable and an adorable matching outfit set for dad and the newborn.
Shop our top picks for first Father's Day gifts to surprise the new dad in your life.
The Dad Hoodie
Not your average hoodie — this ingenious garment is like a wearable diaper bag with plenty of compartments for bottles, wipes, diapers, snacks, toys and more.
SNOOZ White Noise Sound Machine
The best white noise machines not only help create a better sleeping environment, but also act as a baby soother, so both babies and adults can drift off to sleep faster and wake up feeling refreshed in the morning.
Herschel Strand Duffle Diaper Bag
Keep all the essential elements and products close by with this Herschel Strand duffle diaper bag, which includes a packable changing mat.
Theragun Mini Massage Gun
Give tired muscles a break with this portable mini-massager from Therabody.
Ergobaby Omni 360 All-Position Baby Carrier
If Dad doesn't have his own special carrier yet, Father's Day is the perfect time to gift this breathable, mesh one that will grow with his newborn.
Amazon Essentials Men's Drawstring Walk Short
Keep him comfy in in a pair of breathable cotton drawstring shorts that are nice enough to wear out of the house.
Philips AVENT Fast Baby Bottle Warmer
Philips' best-selling bottle warmer not only warms bottles to an optimal temperature, but has a built-in mode to defrost breast milk and baby food.
HelloFresh Gift Card
Getting nutritious meals on the table with a newborn can be seriously challenging, and HelloFresh takes the stress out of cooking by delivering easy recipes full of fresh ingredients to their home.
Father and Baby Matching Gamer Outfits
If the new Dad in your life is a gamer, he'll feel like he's leveling up in these matching outfits.
Nespresso VertuoPlus Coffee and Espresso Machine, 60 ounces
Caffeinate with just the press of a button with this Nespresso machine that can craft coffee-house-level beverages, a must-have for any sleep-deprived new parent.
Baby Shusher The Sleep Miracle Sound Machine
Make baby and dad's nights more restful with a soothing sound machine that uses a real human voice to lull babies to sleep.
lululemon restfeel Men's Slide
Treat Dad to these foam slides, featuring dual-density cushioning, to help his feet get the well-deserved rest they need.
Lalabu Dad Shirt
This clever T-shirt has a built-in kangaroo pocket to keep the new baby close.
SmartGoggles by Therabody
Give tired eyes a break with a biometric head massager from Therabody that claims to improve sleep and relieve migraines.
PhoneSoap 3 UV Cell Phone Sanitizer & Charger Box
Phones carry a plethora of germs. Sanitize your phone while charging it with this nifty box.
Shop even more Father’s Day gift ideas in our 2024 Father’s Day Gift Guide.
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