The Best Father’s Day Gifts for New Dads

Father’s Day is coming up in just about two weeks, so if you haven’t decided on a gift for the Celebrate Father’s Day with these thoughtful presents dads or father figures in your life, now’s the time. If you’re buying for a first-time father, you’ll want something special enough to make it worthy of such a momentous occasion yet practical enough that he’ll actually use it. We’ve rounded up the best Father’s Day gifts for new dads — whether they’re foodies, grill masters, or outdoorsy types.

(And if you’re shopping for more than one person and need more ideas, we’ve collected all of our Father’s Day gift guides here.) Almost every item on the list is available on Amazon, but we’ve found many of the gifts elsewhere, too, for those who like to shop around. We’ve also organized them by price to help you stay on budget and noted which gifts will need expedited shipping to arrive on time.

“Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be” by Dr. Becky Kennedy

Kids don’t come with instruction manuals, but this book from Instagram’s favorite parenting expert, Dr. Becky, can help him get a handle on how to parent mindfully.

Hanes Men’s Originals French Terry Joggers

Comfort is the name of the game when you’re elbow-deep in spit-up and dirty diapers. These cotton, polyester, and rayon-blended sweats are one of our top picks for their feel and value.

The Original Stretchlace Elastic Shoelaces

These elastic shoelaces that Adam Scott told us about turn any shoe into a slip-on. Save time tying your shoes and spend more of it hanging out with the baby.

Bausch + Lomb Lumify Eye Drops – 2.5 mL

Even if he’s not getting enough shut-eye, he can fake it. Celebrities swear by these eye drops that clear any redness from your eyes, instantly making them look bright and awake.

‘New York Crosswords: 50 Big Puzzles’

This book of crossword puzzles from New York’s archives will definitely keep his brain active.

Hooga Book Light

This amber-hued book light makes a great gift for new dads who want to catch up on some reading without waking an infant (or partner) who’s sleeping in the same room. Strategist writer Arielle Avila says it doesn’t disturb her boyfriend while she reads in bed at night and the flexible neck bends at the perfect angle. It might even come in handy during 2 a.m. diaper changes.

Nathan StrobeLight
This tiny but mighty clip-on light makes it easier (and safer) to get some mileage after dark. Dad can clip one to his shirt for an après-bedtime run.

Bookman Rechargeable Bike Block Light – Rear

This stylish, rechargeable bike light can be attached to your bike’s handlebar or set post, and according to Rellosa, it won’t “budge, even while riding over the gnarliest road bumps.”