The 10 Best Gifts for Dads-to-be & Dads of Toddlers
Your birthday and baby shower gift dilemma is solved! Here are 10 gifts any dad will love.
If you’ve got a birthday gift list and are unsure what to get, or if new dads are in your circle, check out this gift guide. I’ve rounded up 10 fun and useful gifts. Everything from matching tees to an all-terrain baby jogger to a backpack with a washable changing pad.
Baby Jogger Graco City Mini GT2 Stroller
For dads on the go, they’d love to use the This City Mini GT2 stroller on a run or to the park. It has all-wheel suspension and forever-air rubber tires, so you can jog or walk on any terrain. It fits through any standard doorway and easily folds up. $ 399.99, Baby Jogger Graco.
Your Baby’s First Word Will Be DADA by Jimmy Fallon
Jimmy Fallon’s first children’s book is a humorous story perfect for bedtime. It is a New York Times bestseller. Adorably illustrated, little ones will love looking at pictures of animals and people. Board Book, $4.50, Amazon.
Quince Clubhouse Tapered Golf Pant
Even if Dad never goes near a green, he’d love these four-way stretch pants. Quince combines performance materials with a sophisticated tapered fit. Great for the office and when he’s outside chasing an exuberant toddler. Quince’s pants use recycled materials, dry quickly, and offer UPF 40 sun protection. They come in Deep navy, dark coal, and black. $54.90, Quince.
Daddy & Me Cartoon Skateboard Matching Tees
You’ve seen dozens of Mommy and Me gear; now there’s Daddy & Me matching tees! The tee’s front sports a cute bear skateboarding. A boy or a girl can wear a child’s tee. Little, $2.99, Adult, $9.08, SHEIN
LEGO Bath Time Fun: Floating Animal Train
Dad can help make bath time fun when he and the munchkin play with this fun toy. LEGO created this toy kit for children ages 1.5 years old and up. Toddlers learn to build and expand their imagination by putting together, taking apart, and putting it back together while bathing. $19.99, LEGO.
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Canvas Sneakers
You’re never too old or young to wear a pair of Chucks! Converse makes the classic low-top in adult and baby/toddler sizes. You can create a custom color combo for adults and babies or choose classic white, black, red, navy, or pink shades. Baby/Toddler $30.00, Men’s $60.00.
Seraphïne Ryan Men’s Babywearing Hoodie
This babywearing hoodie is designed specifically for dads. It uses a soft and durable cotton blend with stretch. The zip-off pouch fits over baby carriers or slings, and it has side pockets to hold essential items. This fleece-lined hoodie is machine washable. $125.00, Seraphïne.
Petunia Pickle Bottom Axis Backpack
This backpack has everything a parent on the go needs! It has smartly designed sectioned compartments that can hold snacks, wipes, diapers, books, toys, and even a change of clothing. The insulated bottom section keeps drinks cold and has an exterior insulated zippered bottle pocket. The padded straps are adjustable. It is designed with a back open pocket to keep travel documents secure, and the attached D-rings can keep keys in plain sight. The Axis backpack even comes with a washable changing pad. $89.40, Petunia Pickle Bottom.
New Dad Baby Hacks by William Harding
Author William Harding is a dad of three who, inspired by his own challenges as a first-time dad, created a helpful guide for new parents. The book's sections include how to baby-proof your home, how to change a diaper, and how to handle the anxiety that comes with becoming a parent. It is available for $14.99 in paperback on Amazon.
Lighten Life Daddy’s Sippy Cup Whiskey Glass
What does dad need after the baby’s last bottle? A glass of his own. After the day is done and the little ones are in bed, Dad can enjoy that much-needed glass of whiskey, bourbon, or diet coke. The lead-free 12 oz. crystal glass is emblazoned with the white legend “Daddy’s Sippy Cup” on the front. The glass is housed in a wooden gift box. $16.99, Amazon.