20 First Father’s Day Gifts to Start His Dad Journey

This book shows all of the joy and wonder that comes with becoming a dad for the first time. It’s a sweet, thoughtful gift, and dad can read it with their child over and over again.

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If he became a new dad just in time for Father’s Day, this memory book will help him record his first-year memories with the baby. It features fun prompts, as well as space for monthly milestones, life advice, and more.

If dad is committed to nailing that balance of terribly punny and embarrassing enough to induce eye rolls, get him this book. Through it and its 500 jokes, he can learn the secrets of the masters.

The Dad Hoodie’s tagline is that it “replaces the diaper bag,” which it certainly does given its ample pockets and storage. But it’s also a straight up good-looking, comfortable hoodie.

Fact: A man’s jokes get worse once his first child is born. At least he’ll be able to laugh at himself with this jokey T-shirt and revel in his glorious dad bod.

If he’s been talking about organizing his workspace for years, help him finally do it with this floating shelf perfectly designed to turn wall space into storage space. Just mount the pre-assembled shelf (or shelves) to the wall and tidy up – it’s strong enough for up to 100 pounds of tools.

If the resemblance between little one and Dad is uncanny, this matching set will have you seeing double. It’s available in three colors and in sizes up to 24 months.

Why not take one of the hundreds of pictures the new dad has of his little angel and have a custom portrait made from it? For under $50, this maker on Etsy will create a beautiful digital image of their child.

When you become a parent, childish words tend to creep in your vocabulary. You start calling the bathroom “the potty” and replacing swear words with things like “Sugar!” and “Fudge!” But this First Father’s Day gift reminds any new dad that while the outside may change, the inside can be the same as it ever was.

What does a parent need even more than comfortable loungewear? Coffee, obviously. This kit comprises all the appliances that a new dad needs to make an exquisite cup of coffee: a gooseneck kettle, a glass carafe, a grinder, a sieve, and a thermometer.

Few things fit in with a dad’s wardrobe better than a pair of touching (if somewhat corny) novelty socks. Just send in your favorite photo and whatever phrase you want on the sock, approve the artist’s mockup, and he’ll have his new favorite socks in days.

Dad of two, Justin Wilson, told Best Products that he’d gift a newfound dad a watch. “The first couple of months will be crazy with feeding the baby. Sometimes every hour or every couple, so you need a watch to keep track,” shares Wilson. Once you become a Dad your sense of time goes right out the window. It’ll be nonstop diaper changes, laundry washing, balancing of work and life, and endless changes over the years. This classic leather watch from Olevs comes in nine colorways with different band and face options to fit the different Dad styles.

We included this watch in the list because of its sleek design and easy-to-read face. It features a traditional 12-hour clock along with the day of the week and numerical day. This watch serves as an excellent introductory piece. Who knows, maybe for a future Father’s Day (when the child in question becomes a working adult), Dad could be upgraded to a smartwatch or even a Rolex.

Did you know that as soon as you become a dad you need to pick a sporty hobby that clearly identifies you as a dad? Pickleball is our pick, and not just because we also love to play, and as moms, we’d love if you invited us.

This box is perfect for the newbie or seasoned pickleballer with everything from balls to hydration packets!

You know he’s pulling out his phone to show off his kids roughly 18 times per day. Now all he has to do is show his phone — not the screen.

We have heard that bacon is the official meat of fatherhood — and we couldn’t agree more. Dad will love this mega box of different kinds of bacon from Butcher Box, and Mom may steal a rasher or two.

Drawing inspiration from Trong Tran’s suggestion, consider giving a new dad a beer as a nostalgic gesture connecting generations of fathers. However, instead of just a single bottle, elevate the classic “beer as a gift” idea with a thoughtful twist: a beer subscription from Craft Beer Club.

You can opt for a subscription lasting 3, 6, or 12 months, with each package containing 12 or 24 bottles of artisanal beer. This way, they’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of small-batch beers from breweries across the United States, complete with informational cards detailing different beer notes and production practices to explore.

For all the sober Dads out there, consider gifting them a non-alcoholic drink that’s just as artisanal. It’s a thoughtful way to say “Welcome to the Dad club” without the alcohol.

This is the gift you get for the Dad who says he doesn’t like gifts because his children are the best present. Fathers are sentimental, what can we say? For the dad who is all about quality time, gift them this scratch-off memory journal they can keep through their kid’s life. This interactive scrapbook offers Dad and Child 100 bucket list-type activities to do together with space to personalize it with notes, pictures, and a rating system.

Gen Z has officially reached the age where we are now the parents (scary, we know). But that just means all the “dad-like” gifts have gotten a stylish upgrade with more innovative products targeting new dads. Instead of the (albeit comfortable) recliner chair of Dad’s from the 80s, new dads can rock their newborn to sleep with some TikTok-approved style.

This nursery rocking chair brings all the comfort with extra padding and teddy material covering the chair for a chic look that any partner will gladly display in the living room or nursery. Non-slip pads on the rocking legs will keep scratches off your floors while the thickened metal frame holds up to 300 pounds.

If the dad jokes started before the baby even arrived, then he’ll be excited about this grilling-approved apron that features the most dad-phrase of them all: Hi hungry, I’m Dad. He’ll wear this to every birthday, BBQ cookout, and family gathering where he’s behind a grill — even if he’s not cooking.

The black apron is made from thick layers of 100% cotton for durability, and the three front pockets are deep enough to hold multiple utensils, his phone, and anything else he needs. He can adjust the neck straps for the best fit, to guarantee the entire front of his shirt is protected.

Regardless of age, if your friend is hot as a person, they’re instantly hotter as a dad with the DILF title. Help them celebrate this new title of Dad and DILF with a gag gift that will bring a smile to his face every time he lights this candle gift. The scent of vanilla, pineapple, bergamot, and sandalwood combine for a subtle musk with a sweet fragrance that instantly fills the room.