Practical Father's Day Gifts For New Dads

Get the new dad in your life something he'll really use this Father's Day.

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Useful gifts for a useful guy.
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Useful gifts for a useful guy.

This Father’s Day might be different from how we pictured it, but that’s no reason not to celebrate the dads in your life.

With everything going on in the world, it’s more important than ever to celebrate the important moments with our loved ones — even if it’s from six-feet away.

If you’re in the market for a practical gift for the new dad in your life, you might turn to something to cure his sleep deprivation, like an apartment-sized espresso machine or some comfy slippers for midnight feedings.

Whether dad really misses watching his favorite sports team, or he’s FOMO-ing all the restaurants he wishes he could be at, there are plenty of Father’s Day gifts he’ll appreciate this year.

For gifts that’ll keep both dad and baby happy, a beloved Instant Pot might be the answer. It can be used to whip up a quick dinner in less than an hour, and can also be used to steam fruits and veggies for healthy, homemade baby food when the little one is old enough.

Below, check out our list of carefully picked gifts for new dads. If you’re looking to score some extra brownie points, toss in funny Father’s Day card to let him know how much you appreciate his dad jokes.

Take a look below:

1
His favorite espresso at home
Williams Sonoma
If dad is missing his trips to the local cafe, he might enjoy a figuring out how to make a barista-level latte at home. For the guy who can taste the difference between a cortado and macchiato and can define the difference between a latte and a flat white, this Breville Bambino is just the thing. Get it from Williams Sonoma.
2
Joggers that are dressier looking than his sweats
Lululemon
Replace all of his elastic drawstring sweatpants with Lululemon’s ABC joggers. Reviewers love them for their comfort, so don’t be surprised when you spot him wearing them all the time. Get them from Lululemon.
3
A diaper bag backpack for dad
Dagne Dover
Give dad a way to easily carry diapers, baby wipes, and all other baby essentials in a bad that doesn't look like a diaper bag. Get this Dagne Dover Indi Diaper Backpack.
4
An Instant Pot, for easy dinners and homemade baby food
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When dinner needs to be made fast and easy, you can always pull out the Instant Pot. Once baby is old enough, you can also use an Instant Pot to steam veggies and prepare healthy, homemade baby food quickly and easily. Get it on Amazon.
5
Some new slippers for around the house
Zappos
Fatherhood isn't always comfortable. Give him some comfy slippers for those tireless days. Get them at Zappos.
6
A way to kid-proof his phone
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Childproof his phone with a tough case that can handle everything from a temper tantrum toss to a meltdown. Check out all the new phone cases and screen protectors from Case Mate.
7
A way to not have to worry about dinner
Freshly
When a trip to the grocery store sounds like an entire ordeal, Freshly's healthy pre-made, prepared meals will put the ease in cooking up a healthy meal for the family. Check out our Freshly review, and learn more about Freshly gift cards.
8
An Amazon Echo perfect for full hands
Amazon
If dad's hands are busy with the little one, he'll appreciate how he can still call grandma and grandpa, play his favorite podcast and search for easy dinner recipes without lifting a finger. Get it on Amazon.
9
So he doesn't have to worry when his necks have will be
Harry's
Because fatherhood will turn that five-o'clock shadow into a bearded mane. If he's not hitting the groomer's frequently enough, get him a Harry's Shave Set.
10
"Dad Book: Be Prepared" by Gary Greenberg and Jeannie Hayden
Amazon
This book is early fatherhood explained through practical tips and humor. Get it on Amazon.

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