8 Gifts for the Survival of the New Dad or Dad-to-be
Updated August 5, 2022
by Giovanni Ruiz
This Mega Dad Comic Book makes a fun addition to reading time by personalizing and incorporating a child's name into the comic strip. Further customize the comic book by selecting one of the three available skin tones for the Mega Dad character. Both dad and kiddo will treasure this hard-cover book for years to come!
Being a new dad requires carrying around a whole arsenal of tools, from baby wipes to pacifier. The Dad Hoodie is lined with multiple pockets for carrying all of dad and baby's on-the-go things. Think of this hoodie as the tool belt that keeps new dad prepared and his hands free. New Dad or dad-to-be will love that it looks like a regular hoodie and how soft and light-weight it is.
The Ergobaby Omni 360 All-Position Baby Carrier is a one-size-fits-all baby carrier. It's the only carrier dad will ever need for the baby, from newborn to toddler, up to 45 lbs.! The unusual thing about this baby carrier is that it supports all carry positions: Inward, front outward, hip & back carry. The nicest thing is that it's made from 100% premium cotton, so it's soft, cozy, comfortable for the little one, and machine washable. For dad's comfort, it's got padded lumbar back support and extra padded shoulder straps. The shoulder straps can either be used regular or crossed. As a bonus, there's a large removable storage pouch and a UPF sun protecting hood for the baby. The recipient of this carrier will consider you a godsend with this gift!
Here's a funny and creative way of letting him know the good news that he's an expectant father... buy these new dad rite of passage achievement labels to stick onto his favorite bottles of beer and put them in the fridge. Then wait for the surprise moment when he opens the refrigerator door and realizes a baby is on the way. Each label has a task written on it that every new father will have to confront. For every labeled new achievement he tackles he's earned that beer! It also makes a great baby shower gag gift for the dad-to-be. All you have to do is buy a six pack of beer and slap these puppies on them. The labels may be a joke but he'll appreciate you bringing over the beer!
This pair of boxer briefs has a reinforced protective pouch that's assured to protect dad's "family jewels" from countless kiddo head butts, carrier swinging heel kicks, and bed jumps. It's made with a never slip secure waistband and the breathable wicking fabric keeps things nice and fresh. Gift this to a dad that's very engaged in playtime or who has a child that's very active.
Every new dad in charge of diaper changes needs his own diaper bag backpack. Daypack 3.0, by Tactical Baby Gear is a diaper bag backpack with a convenient built-in changing mat. Guys tend to love the design of the changing mat, which has a big target printed on it. Other key features include dual side bottle pockets, an attachable baby wipe pouch, a washable baby-waste trashcan pouch, built-in stroller straps, and more. The comfortable shoulder straps are designed with body-contour and are made with closed-cell foam technology. Dad can use the included removable DADDY Velcro name tape patch or have fun adding his own patches for a custom look. Available in Coyote Brown, Black, Black Camo, or Ranger Green. This gift is especially great for a new dad or dad-to-be who likes utility or military style stuff.
After nights of interrupted or little to no sleep, when dad still needs to go to work and look presentable, he could really use Clinique For Men Anti-Fatigue Eye Gel. It is a depuffing eye gel that helps you look more rested.
Sometimes dad doesn't have access to a shower right after baby decides spittle, vomit, or splatter on him... and on those days when dad pulled an all-nighter with the baby and has to run out the door for work, this pack of 30 individually wrapped flushable wipes are a life-saver! Dude Wipes contain Vitamin E and aloe. They're available in fragrance free or mint chill. This is a handy gift for the new dad that's always on-the-go.