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Best Gifts for New Dads 2025

Written by Connor Bringas on December 01, 2023.

Shopping for a new dad can be tricky—he swears he doesn’t want anything, but you know he’s secretly hoping for something that makes those sleepless nights a little easier and fatherhood feel even more amazing. This year, let’s skip the socks and find a gift that matches his new title: multitasking, meme-sharing, babywearing legend.

This is your guide to finding cool, clever, and meaningful Christmas gifts for the new dad in your life. Whether he’s your partner, your friend, or your son, these are the presents that celebrate modern fatherhood and show him he’s doing a fantastic job.

Table of Contents

For the Practical Dad Who’s All About Comfort
For the Sentimental Softie (Who Pretends He’s Not)
For the Cool Dad Who Loves a Clever Gadget
Frequently Asked Questions

For the Practical Dad Who’s All About Comfort

These gifts are for the dad who values function and a good life hack. He wants things that solve problems and make his day-to-day more comfortable.

The Ultimate Dad-Hack: A Back-Saving Carrier

New dads want to be hands-on, but holding a baby for hours can take a toll. The Tushbaby Hip Carrier is one of the best gifts for new dads because it’s engineered for comfort and convenience. It’s an ergonomic hip seat that lets him carry the baby without the back pain.

Dad-Friendly Design: It’s easy to put on and take off. No confusing straps or wraps—just buckle and go.
Built-in Storage: With five pockets, it’s like a tool belt for dads. It can hold his phone, wallet, keys, and a bottle—plus all of his daily baby essentials.
Freedom to Move: For a truly hands-free experience, add the Hip Seat Hands-Free Attachment. It lets him tackle anything from grocery runs to airport lines while keeping the baby close.

A High-Tech Coffee Mug

His coffee is probably getting cold before he can finish it—we've all been there. A temperature-controlled smart mug keeps his drink perfectly hot for hours, so he can enjoy it between diaper changes and rocking sessions. Consider the Ember Mug 2, which he can even control from his phone to keep his coffee at the ideal temperature. It’s a small luxury that makes a huge difference in his morning routine, ensuring every sip is just right.

For the Sentimental Softie (Who Pretends He’s Not)

He might act tough, but his heart melted the second he held his baby. These meaningful gifts for new dads are perfect for capturing that feeling.

A Personalized Storybook

Create a custom storybook featuring him and his baby as the main characters. It’s a sweet, personal gift that he can read to his little one as they grow. This is the kind of present that becomes a cherished keepsake and a staple of their bedtime routine.

An Engraved Watch or Bracelet

A classic watch or a simple leather bracelet engraved with the baby’s initials or birthdate is a stylish and sentimental gift he can wear every day. It’s a subtle, constant reminder of his most important role. Just be sure to find a safe spot for it when baby enters the grabby phase!

For the Cool Dad Who Loves a Clever Gadget

This is for the dad who loves tech, good design, and anything that makes life more efficient. These modern dad gifts are sure to impress.

High-Quality Wireless Earbuds

A great pair of wireless earbuds is essential for any new dad. Think AirPods Pro—perfect for listening to a podcast while rocking the baby to sleep, taking a work call on a stroller walk, or just tuning out the world for a few minutes when he gets a well-deserved break.

A Compact, Stylish Bag

He needs his own gear for outings with the baby, but he probably doesn’t want a traditional diaper bag. The Pack is a sleek and practical solution. This roomy wearable diaper bag can be styled as a crossbody or fanny pack, with plenty of storage compartments for essentials and a hideable bottle holder. It’s perfect for the dad on the go.

Some families may choose to have two sets of diaper bags (one for mom and one for dad), and this may work, but you don’t always need a full diaper bag. The Pack is Tushbaby’s crossbody mini wearable diaper bag that checks off all the boxes: comfort, convenience, and style. Dad can wear it around his chest, back, or waist to carry extra baby gear—or to use as his own utility-style crossbody on active days when he’s off baby duty. Bonus points: it’s one of the few fanny packs on the market with a built-in full-size bottle holder.

At Tushbaby, we know the flexibility it takes to raise a baby—one of the many reasons we created The Pack. Help Dad tackle his daily to-do’s or hit the local brewery with baby ready for anything. The Pack makes a great Christmas gift for all dads, and of course, moms can use it too!

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best Christmas gifts for first-time dads?

The best gifts for a first-time dad are often a mix of practical and personal. An item that makes his new responsibilities easier, like the Tushbaby Carrier, is always a winner. Pair it with something sentimental, like a framed photo of him with the baby, for a perfectly balanced gift.

What do new dads actually want for Christmas?

Most new dads want things that help them feel confident and comfortable in their new role. They appreciate gifts that are useful, well-made, and align with their personal style—think high-quality gear, tech that simplifies life, or items that support their hobbies and well-being. For more ideas, parenting sites like Fatherly offer great, dad-approved gift guides.

How do I find a meaningful gift for a new dad?

A meaningful gift is one that acknowledges his journey into fatherhood. It shows you see his effort and love. Think about his personality—is he practical, sentimental, or tech-savvy? Choose a gift that fits who he is and celebrates the amazing dad he’s becoming.

Give Him a Gift That Says, "You Got This"

Being a new dad is an incredible adventure. This Christmas, give the new dad in your life a gift that supports him, celebrates him, and makes him feel like the hero he is. Give him something that says, "You’re doing an amazing job."

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Made to last, made to carry — Premium materials withstand spills, travel, and toddler tantrums—without sagging, fraying, or losing shape.

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Fits newborns to 36 months, and up to 45lbs (can also be used for feeding support)
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Fits newborns to 36 months, and up to 45lbs (can also be used for breastfeeding support)
Fits 23-44 inch waist (add up to 24 more inches with our Waistband Extender)
4 carry positions
5 Storage pockets
Hideable Bottle Holder
Wipe down for an easy clean
Snug, Pod, and Crossbody Strap sold separately
Waistband 47"L x 6"H. Seat 6"L x 7.5"W (at base/widest part)
Weighs under 1lb
1 Year Warranty

Fits newborns to 36 months, and up to 45lbs (can also be used for breastfeeding support)
Fits 23-44 inch waist (add up to 24 more inches with our Waistband Extender)
4 carry positions
5 Storage pockets
Hideable Bottle Holder
Wipe down for an easy clean
Snug, Pod, and Crossbody Strap sold separately
Waistband 47"L x 6"H. Seat 6"L x 7.5"W (at base/widest part)
Weighs under 1lb
1 Year Warranty

Fits newborns to 36 months, and up to 45lbs (can also be used for breastfeeding support)
Fits 23-44 inch waist (add up to 24 more inches with our Waistband Extender)
4 carry positions
5 Storage pockets
Hideable Bottle Holder
Wipe down for an easy clean
Snug, Pod, and Crossbody Strap sold separately
Waistband 47"L x 6"H. Seat 6"L x 7.5"W (at base/widest part)
Weighs under 1lb
1 Year Warranty

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Best Gifts for New Dads 2025

For the Practical Dad Who’s All About Comfort

The Ultimate Dad-Hack: A Back-Saving Carrier

A High-Tech Coffee Mug

For the Sentimental Softie (Who Pretends He’s Not)

A Personalized Storybook

An Engraved Watch or Bracelet

For the Cool Dad Who Loves a Clever Gadget

High-Quality Wireless Earbuds

A Compact, Stylish Bag

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best Christmas gifts for first-time dads?

What do new dads actually want for Christmas?

How do I find a meaningful gift for a new dad?

Give Him a Gift That Says, "You Got This"

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For the Practical Dad Who’s All About Comfort

The Ultimate Dad-Hack: A Back-Saving Carrier

A High-Tech Coffee Mug

For the Sentimental Softie (Who Pretends He’s Not)

A Personalized Storybook

An Engraved Watch or Bracelet

For the Cool Dad Who Loves a Clever Gadget

High-Quality Wireless Earbuds

A Compact, Stylish Bag

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best Christmas gifts for first-time dads?

What do new dads actually want for Christmas?

How do I find a meaningful gift for a new dad?

Give Him a Gift That Says, "You Got This"

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