14 thoughtful Father’s Day 2022 gifts for new dads

2022-07-01 19:24:43 By : Mr. Tiger Sanray

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A new dad’s first Father's Day is a momentous occasion. Just last year they were celebrating their own father figure and now they are part of a special club that gets to celebrate Father's Day 2022 on Sunday, June 19. While typical Father’s Day gifts fall into the practical category, there’s a lot to be said about presents that speak to a new dad’s personality. 

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Whether he’s looking for a new set of comfy house slippers, or the perfect carry-all for baby’s first outing, our list has it all. Start scrolling for gift ideas that are sure to please the new dad in your life.  

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New families are always looking for ways to make dinner time easy. Take the cooking outside with grill perfect meats from ButcherBox. Each box contains two New York strip steaks, six burgers, one rack of St. Luis ribs, Italian sausages and hardwood smoked bacon. There’s plenty of food for days of eating, because nothing builds an appetite more than raising a tiny human. 

ButcherBox Father’s Day Box at ButcherBox for $129  

Hold baby close with the Lalabu Dad Shirt, the first ever baby wearing T-shirt designed specifically with dads in mind. There’s no complicated wrapping or buckling—just tuck baby into place and you’ve got instant hands-free support. It comes in black or gray, with sizes small to 2XL.   

Lalabu Dad Shirt at Amazon for $30

Keep Dad’s drinks hot with the first ever temperature-controlled mug that keeps coffee, tea and other hot beverages at the perfect sipping temperature. You can adjust the heat with Ember’s mobile app, and the mug will maintain your optimal temperature for 90 minutes. Need it to stay hotter longer? Just place the mug on the charging plate and it will stay perfect all day long.  

Ember Mug 2 at William Sonoma for $150 

Today’s dads are equal partners, and as such they need a diaper bag that is all their own. The Kibou is compact with easy access to the essentials. It’s basically a fanny pack with the functionality of a diaper bag. Wear it around the waist, slung over the shoulder or across the chest. It’s made from soft vegan leather with a stain resistant nylon lining.  

Kibou Minimal Diaper Bag at Maisonette for $98 

It’s easy to misplace things when you are sleep deprived. Throw in the chaos that a newborn adds to the mix and you have a recipe for lost keys. Grab dad a Tile Mate so he can always find what’s important. Simply attach it as a keychain, so he can find it in a pinch with the power of Bluetooth technology and an easy to download app.  

Tile Mate at Amazon for $25

One tool to rule them all! This multitool does it all, featuring a carabiner, box cutter, Philips driver, flathead driver, keychain, hex wrench, wire cutter, ruler, bottle opener and bicycle tools all bundled in a compact size that is ideal for carrying. Dad can keep it on his key ring or put it in the glove compartment for easy on the go access.  

Multifunctional Key Chain at Amazon for $20 

Let the dad in your life live out his Top Gun fantasies with a new pair of mirrored aviators from Ray Ban. These iconic shades are perfect for hiding the sleep deprived eyes of any new dad. You might be exhausted, but at least you can look hip. Maverick’s got nothing on this dad!  

Ray-Ban Classic Mirrored Aviator Sunglasses at Amazon for $163

Nutribullets are perfect for prepping homemade baby food, but they are also great for smoothies, sauces and frozen drinks. The Nutribullet Pro is the ultimate kitchen gadget that packs a big punch in a small package. In fact, it’s so strong it can pulverize even the toughest of foods like turmeric root, coffee beans and berry seeds. 

Nutribullet Pro at Walmart for $100 

What doesn’t go together? Soft baby skin and beard scruff. Help dad keep his face in tip top shape with the Philips Norelco shaver. Designed for a close, smooth shave, this Philips Norelco 9700 electric shaver is the best one we tested. Each shaving head moves in eight different directions to follow the shape of your dad's face, and it features slow, medium and high speed settings. As an added bonus, it can be used in the shower and works even better with shaving cream.

Philips Norelco Shaver 9700 at Amazon for $270 

A new Fitbit is perfect for the new dad who is looking to keep his health in check during one of the busiest times of his life. Set alarms, monitor exercise goals, stay on top of your calendar and receive calls and texts. It also tracks your sleeping patterns. But, maybe it’s best to do that after the baby starts sleeping though the night, otherwise you’ll see just how sleepless you’ve become.  

Fitbit Charge 5 at Best Buy for $130

Comfort is key for new dads.  Buy him a pair of house slippers he can wear all day long. Ugg Scuff slippers are made from velvety soft suede with a cozy inner lining of shearling. Feet stay protected, warm and most importantly, fashionable. Choose from espresso brown, chestnut or black.  

UGG Scuff Slippers at Nordstrom for $90 

There’s nothing like a good crossword puzzle to clear the mind. Crossword puzzles have been known to relieve stress, uplift moods and improve memory. Dad can test his skills with 50 of the best from New York Magazine. The book is spiral bound for easy, stay-flat solving and portability.  

New York Magazine Crosswords: 50 Big Puzzles at Amazon for $14   

Being a new parent is exhausting, so why not treat his tired skin to a luxurious face mask. This two-pack from Jackson Lane, aptly called Bro Masks, is sized with men’s faces in mind. Each mask is packed with top notch ingredients: collagen for firm skin, green tea and ginseng to even skin tone and B vitamins for a youthful glow. It is also safe for all skin types.  

Jackson Lane Bro Masks at Amazon for $25  

There is nothing more important than coffee and if you’re a new dad, you’re going to be drinking a lot of it. Turn his morning cup of Joe into a ritual-like experience with the Fellow Clara French press coffee maker. Instead of the usual glass, Clara is made from stainless steel, which keeps the coffee piping hot for as long as you are drinking it.

Fellow Clara French Press Coffee Maker at Amazon for $99  

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