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The Best Gifts for Every Type of New Dad
The Best Gifts for Every Type of New Dad

The Best Gifts for Every Type of New Dad

Stuff the dad in your life will actually love, with no ties in sight.

author-Latifah Miles
By Latifah Miles and Briana Engelbrecht
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Gifts for the New Dad
Gifts for Outdoorsy Dads
Gifts for Foodie Dads
Gifts for Handy Dads
Gifts to Upgrade Their Routines
Best Personalized Gifts for Dads

Finding a gift that the dad in your life will actually enjoy (and would even buy for himself) can be a challenge, especially when he swears he doesn't want anything. Personalized gifts, items that consider his hobbies and interests (like a beanie with a headlamp or a cool new kitchen gadget), or a nice pair of slippers for lounging around the house are clever ways to give practical gifts that any dad will truly appreciate. And, if all else fails, there are always gifts of food and drink to make him feel loved.

Ahead, we’ve rounded up some can’t-miss gift ideas for every dad in your life. Looking for gifts that you can give to both parents of a new baby? Check. Also need to get the perfect present for a new mom? Got it covered, too. Now here are the coolest gifts for the dad in your life.

Gifts for the New Dad

Stepping into fatherhood is a life-changing experience, so gift the dad in your life something to celebrate his newfound title. From things that’ll make the newborn transition a bit smoother to products that dad can use with his baby in tow, here are some ideas.

Gifts for Outdoorsy Dads

Getting outdoors is a good way to reduce stress and nurture your mental health (for dad and the family). If he likes to hang out in nature, these gifts will help him enjoy that hobby even more.

Gifts for Foodie Dads

I grew up with a self-professed foodie dad who loved to throw a steak on the grill. There’s nothing that’d delight him more than a kitchen gadget, grilling tool or tasty treat to try out. 

Gifts for Handy Dads

For the dads who can assemble a 400 piece backyard swingset in less than an hour, all without breaking a sweat—these gifts will be a hit.

Gifts to Upgrade Their Routines

The best gifts are the kind that upgrade a current routine. Think a fancy new razor that gets them the closest shave possible, an extra-fluffy robe that they’ll want to lounge around in or a toothbrush that’ll feel like a professional level cleaning. 

Best Personalized Gifts for Dads

Few things are more thoughtful than personalized gifts. Here are some that are sure to make him feel loved.

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