15 Special Father’s Day Gifts From Baby to Daddy
Jun 2020
Daddy plays a special role, so it’s only fitting to give him a special gift—whether it’s for baby’s arrival, Father’s Day, his birthday or just a well-deserved thank you. While you might know what you want to give him, you may need help thinking of a gift from baby to Dad. Because your little one can’t actually pick something out themselves just yet, we’ve done the shopping for them (and you). Say hello to some of the cutest and most creative gifts from baby to Dad out there. Pair any one of these with a meaningful card for the perfect present.
Like daddy, like baby! Tell Dad (and the world) that he’s your child’s home slice with this quirky matching tee and bodysuit. The adult size is printed with an almost-complete pizza; baby’s is printed with the missing piece of the pie.
Buy it: $30 for a set, Amazon.com
Take baby’s visage to the next level with an ultra-classy interpretation of their silhouette to hang in Dad’s office or man cave. All you have to do is share an image of baby’s profile and voila—instant art.
Buy it: Starting from $32, Minted.com
Show Dad how grateful baby is for his help with these hilarious drink decorations. The necker stickers say either “I love Daddy” or “best Daddy ever” and the main labels acknowledge all the hard work he’s done (i.e., “This one’s for the dirty diapers.”).
Buy it: Starting from $12 for a set of 4, Etsy.com
Look for gifts from baby to Dad that celebrate Dad’s interests. This hockey puck bottle opener, which you can customize with Pops’ name, is the perfect present for a sports fan father from his game-watching buddy.
Buy it: $15, TheKnotShop.com
The best gifts from baby are the ones Dad can use every day. This cool campfire-style “dad fuel” mug may just become his go-to coffee cup. Pair it with a funny note from baby, like “You’ll need this to keep up with me!”
Buy it: $7, WorldMarket.com
Looking for extra-creative (and super-meaningful) gifts from baby to Dad? We’ve got you covered. Record your child saying “Daddy” or another special first word and get the audio file turned into chic sound wave art. Talk about awesome office decor.
Buy it: Starting from $70, Etsy.com
Baby can’t quite rattle off full sentences yet, so look for a present from baby to Dad that speaks for them. How? Have Daddy read this board book to your little one at bedtime. Each sweet page explains why dads are so great, illustrated by animals.
Buy it: $7 for a board book, Amazon.com
Looking for a gift for a dad who loves superheroes? Try this adorable frame that lets him know how much of a hero he is in baby’s eyes.
Buy it: $50, Etsy.com
This pee-blocking football might just be the funniest (and most useful!) gift from baby to Dad; well, at least from a baby boy. Give Dad more security during diaper changes—and plenty of chuckles too.
Buy it: $10, Amazon.com
Shopping for a more private father? You’re in luck. There are plenty of gifts from baby to Dad that can be kept just between them. Take this genius keychain, which you can engrave with baby’s message in secret morse code. How fun is that?
Buy it: Starting from $13, Etsy.com
Baby knows their father isn’t a regular dad, he’s a cool dad. So have them give Daddy this “legend” hat to match their own “legacy” cap.
Buy it: $64 for a set, Etsy.com
If Dad can’t wait to share his love of the game with baby, gift him this unique 3D frame featuring the home of his favorite team. Available in MLB, NFL, NHL, NBA or even college stadiums, you’re guaranteed to find his sport of choice. Pair it with a cute pic of baby rocking a team onesie.
Buy it: $30, TheGrommet.com
Help Dad capture all of those memorable first moments with this sweet present from baby to Dad: a pocket-sized camera that prints on demand.
Buy it: $90, Amazon.com
A handy dad needs a handy gift. This multifunctional gadget includes everything from a screwdriver to a bottle opener in one pocket-sized tool. Proof that good things come in small packages—just like baby.
Buy it: $60, Amazon.com
For the newly minted dad, skin-to-skin contact is a priceless way to bond with baby that comes with numerous benefits (not to mention some special snuggle time). This shirt has seamless Velcro openings and super-soft fabric for convenient cuddling anytime.
Buy it: $40, Amazon.com
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