34 Foolproof New Dad Gifts That Every First-Time Father Will Benefit From

Updated: Sep 19 2022
34 Foolproof New Dad Gifts That Every First-Time Father Will Benefit From
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If your buddy, brother or son just told you he's going to be a daddy and you're looking for the best gifts for the new dad, you'll find them on this list. It's a one shop stop for the unique, practical and helpful gifts the new dad will need for the baby shower and after baby arrives. Dad will love gifts that help him bond with his infant, beat dreaded sleep-deprivation, learn the tips and tricks of fatherhood, let him luxuriate while he relaxes and make him laugh. From high-tech staples like the Apple Watch to low-tech lifesavers like bottle openers, this list has everything. Whether you need a gift for a new father or one for a dad on his first Father's Day, any of these presents are sure to delight dad.

Bondaroo Bonding Shirt

Skin-to-skin contact is important to stimulate father and baby bonding. With the Bondaroo shirt, dad can hold baby extra close and provide baby with better emotional support and improve his intuition relating to baby's signs of stress.
$39 .99

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BabyShield Gag Gift Box

For as small as they are, babies have surprisingly good aim. This gag gift box is sure to get a laugh out of dad, or inspire him to invent the wacky product on the outside.
$7 .99

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Go the F to Sleep Book

When dawn is coming and baby won't be quiet, lull them to sleep with a book they'll love to listen to but are too young to understand. Go the F to Sleep is a hilariously relatable read for parents and a soothing story for tots.
$10 .61

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Pizza and Slice Matching Dad and Baby Set

Dad and his new slice off the ol' pie will look beyond adorable in this cheesy matching t-shirt and romper set. Dad won't be able to keep his eye off of his little piece of pie.
$29 .95

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Tactical Diaper Bag

When dad's on diaper doody, he needs a bag that can stand up to the job of taking care of baby. This tactical diaper bag has room to fit all of baby's favorite toys, a blanket, change of clothes, diapers and wipes. There's even a diaper changing mat for new diapers on the go.
$99 .99

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Your Baby's First Word Will Be DADA

"Mama" doesn't roll off the tongue quite like "Dada" does. Let Jimmy Fallon's funny book help the new father covertly teach baby to say those sweet "Dada" syllables before the less harmonious "Mama" ones.
$4 .50

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Baby's First Gambling Set Prank Box

One of the best things a father can teach his child is how to count cards like a shark and run away from a pit boss. Start baby on their Ocean's Eleven style journey young with Baby's First Gambling Set. It's just a prank box and a good cover for baby's real gift, but it might give dad some ideas.
$8 .95

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Letters to My Baby

The arrival of baby brings about a flurry of emotion and new experiences. Help dad build his bond with his new child with the Letters to My Baby book. There are twelve prompts inside for him to write letters to his little one so when baby is older, they can look back at those early years together.
$12 .42

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Dad Jokes: Terribly Good Dad Jokes

It's easier to lull a tiny prisoner resisting a rest to sleep with a fit of giggles than anything else. The terribly good jokes in this book will keep your dad joke game strong and the kids smiling.
$11 .99

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Daddy's Diaper Duty Service Toolbelt

Superdad can suit up in this Diaper Duty apron when it's time to take on the perilous task of saving baby's bottom from a diaper explosion. It equips him with all the goods to get baby feeling fresh.
$39 .99

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Be Prepared: A Practical Handbook for New Dads

This handbook is a must-have for a dad that might be struggling with what a new baby means for his everyday activities. Be Prepared: A Practical Handbook for New Dads teaches valuable skills like how to make an emergency diaper or change baby in a packed sports stadium.
$6 .50

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Baby Hand Print and Foot Print Kit

Baby's hand and footprint cast in clay will look great on dad's desk at home or at the office. Customize the piece with letters to stamp baby's name and birth date and add a few adorable pictures to the frame.
$19 .85

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Hyperchiller Instant Iced Coffee Cooler

The Hyperchiller is the perfect gift for the dad that prefers his caffeination chilly. In less than 60 seconds, it takes piping hot coffee and turns it into the cold stuff he craves.
$13 .15

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BabyShusher Sleep Miracle Soother

If baby sleeps more, dad sleeps more, it's just a fact. Give him an assist at bedtime with the BabyShusher. It uses a real human voice to help soothe baby into a restful slumber and has a timer feature to stop making sounds once the little one is asleep.
$34 .99

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Weighted Cooling Blanket

Whether he's napping on the couch or sleeping in bed, dad is sure to bag some solid z's with a weighted cooling blanket. It's scientifically proven to reduce anxiety and encourage better sleep quality.
$49 .99

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Baby Brezza Formula Dispenser

The days of scooping formula, measuring water and testing milk temp are over thanks to Brezza. All it takes is the touch of a button to make ready to drink formula at a baby-safe temp.
$179 .99

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IceWater Smart Reminder Water Bottle

Dad needs to hit the bottle, the water bottle that is. Staying hydrated is key to staying active and alert. Make sure dad doesn't forget to drink with a water bottle that vibrates when it's time to start sipping.
$29 .99

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Daddy and Me Wood Frame

Dad can take his favorite pic of his new little guy or little girl and have it as a happy reminder of their unconditional love with this adorable daddy and me frame.
$9 .99

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Homedics UV Phone Sanitizer

With a Homedics UV phone sanitizer, you're protecting both dad and baby from germs that could harm them. It takes 30 seconds per side for dad's phone to go from gross to clean enough to let baby chew on.
$11 .89

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Indoor Putting Green

Introduce baby to the grand game of golf in the comfort of your own home with an indoor putting green. You can bond with baby and practice your putt, hazards and three different holes are included.
$38 .34

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Instax Mini Camera

Gram and Gramps aren't on the 'gram so snap a few pics of the little one and the new fam with the Instax Mini. The photos print instantly and are perfectly sized to hang on the fridge at nana and papa's.
$169 .99

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Goshi Exfoliating Shower Towel

There will be days, no, weeks, when a new dad has to go without a shower so when he does get to hop in the tub he needs all the help he can get. This exfoliating towel can scrub layers of dead skin and grime from his body, leaving it feeling soft as his new baby's bottom.
$17 .49

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The Original Blanket Sweatshirt

When you haven't slept a full night in what feels like a decade because the little one won't stop screaming, you need to be ready to nap at a moment's notice. With the original blanket sweatshirt, you're surrounded in head to knee comfort and softness. Plus, it's easily washable in case baby naps with you and gets messy.
$36 .99

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Ember Heated Mug

Time works differently for new dads and it seems like the morning comes sooner and sooner every day. Do him a favor by keeping his coffee warm at every hour of the day with the Ember heated mug. It can heat for two hours on a battery charge, or for hours on end when USB charging.
$124 .00

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Tile Key Finders

All those nights of no sleep are going to make dad forget things. Help him remember with Tile. He can attach them to the things he loses the most often to help him find things in the most unexpected places.
$69 .99

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Men's Cozy Memory Foam Slippers

Shuffling into baby's room in the wee hours of the morning gets a whole lot more comfortable when the slippers dad's wearing are memory foam. These slippers also feature a cozy plush lining and non-skid soles.
$26 .99

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World's Coolest Dad Beer Chillers

When the last diaper change was anything but smooth, dad can cool off and chill out with an ice-cold beer. These reusable, refreezable sticks attach seamlessly to the top of dad's beer to deliver a chill, drip-free experience without diluting his drink.
$24 .99

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Infantino Baby Carrier

Keep your friends close and your baby closer with the Infantino carrier. It fits babies from 8-32 pounds, has front or back facing capabilities for baby depending on size and has a bib in case of spit-up.
$19 .99

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Flannel Fleece Bathrobe

When the little guy is screaming at 3AM, you might as well be comfortable when you go see what's up. This soft fleece robe will keep you warm, cover you up, and makes sleep deprivation a little more stylish.
$59 .99

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Mavogel Cotton Sleep Mask

To get the best sleep he'll get for the couple hours he's able to get it, dad needs a cotton sleep mask. This one features an extra bit of cloth at the nose to block all light, and an adjustable strap to comfortably fit all head sizes.
$8 .99

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Olly Sleep Gummies

When dad can sleep, he should sleep and Olly gummies are here to help. The melatonin, L-theanine and natural herbs promote a good night's sleep and have a sweet blackberry taste.
$11 .00

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7-Quart Crock-Pot Slow Cooker

Set it and forget it is the motto of all new parents. A Crock-Pot is basically an electric chef, and this 7-quart version is big enough to make a hefty helping of leftovers so mom and dad don't have to cook all week.
$39 .99

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Instant Pot Pressure Cooker

When the pressure's on to make dinner for the family and the clock is running down, the Instant Pot is dad's ace in the hole. It can heat and cook food up to 70% faster than other methods.
$79 .99

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Victrola Vintage Turntable

Baby is never too young to start appreciating good music. This Victrola vintage turntable is a great way for dad and baby to bond together over some soothing sounds or sick beats.
$49 .97

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Keurig Coffee Maker

When he's sporting the red eyes of sleep deprivation, he can make up a red-eye coffee with a little help from this Keurig. It holds 48oz of water so he can make up to 6 cups on one tank.
$229 .99

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Nixplay 10" Digital Picture Frame

Don't make a new father choose just one photo of his bundle of joy to show off, with the Nixplay digital photo frame he can rotate his favorites. It's WiFi-enabled, too, so he can access photos online and store photos in the cloud.
$179 .95

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Jaybird Vista Wireless Headphones

Babies are demanding of more than attention, they demand the use of two hands. When you've got to make a call but don't have the hands, the Jaybird Vista is a lifesaver. These buds last for up to 6 hours on one charge and have a customizable fit for all sizes of ears.
$149 .00

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Sony Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Headphones

There are two constants in any new dad's life, lots of diapers and lots of decibels. When he needs to muffle baby's screams, a pair of Sony Bluetooth noise-canceling headphones will do the trick. If baby does need some attention, they're hands-free.
$249 .00

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Apple Watch

A new dad has a million things to keep up with and an Apple Watch is just the gift that will remind him about baby's appointments, track his steps, and get texts from his wife to pick up diapers on his way home from work.
$231 .29

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Amazon Giftcard

Even the dad that has everything is going to realize that he needs something when he has an infant toddling and tumbling through the house. An Amazon gift card is a perfect way to let dad pick out the things he and baby need most.
$100 .00

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