Father’s Day this year is a different sort of celebration. He may not be a dad yet, but he is very much in the role of what it means to be a great father as a partner, protector, and planner. We are celebrating him now to mark this big change and to support the wonderful father he is going to be.
Finding the ideal soon to be father’s day gifts is about the journey, not the destination. It’s about giving him what he needs for comfort, memory makers, and practical tools, not just something simple like a gift card. The best presents are those that balance the present with the profound, a gift that offers a rope out of the chaos but also a way to celebrate the father he will soon become.
Father’s Day Then and Now: A Guide for Upcoming Fathers
In the past, a mug with “N°1 Father” was all a new father would love to receive, but things have changed. We are looking for ways to say, “We see you, we are grateful for your support, and can’t wait for you to hold our baby.”
Gifts for the Practical Partner and Protector
These gifts are for the man looking to set up a home, putting together the furniture, and looking to be in on the action from the very start.
1. The “Primary Response and Beyond” kit.
Every parent at first is stressed out over that middle of night fever and morning time scratch. For going beyond a basic first-aid kit, make a “Dad’s Fix-It” kit. In it, put in a quality digital thermometer, a snot suck (as in a NoseFrida), infant Tylenol, a mixed set of bandages, and a useful baby care book. Also, include a few items he can use like a multitool or a powerful small flashlight for that 3 a.m. diaper change.
This gift is practical, empowering, and also a very cool way to show that you think he is able to handle the little health issues.
2. A Great, Dad Friendly Baby Carrier
Dads are into babywearing nowadays; it allows them to bond, keep hands free, and feel like a superhero.
Many standard carriers aren’t made for a larger frame. Look into an ergonomic carrier, known for their comfortability for taller or broader shouldered wearers. This isn’t just another piece of baby gear; it is a pass to the park, the museum or just the daily rounds in the house, activities that can be practiced while fostering a very early and close bond.
3. A Subscription for Practical Nourishment
In the early days of sleepless nights, cooking is the last thing on the mind. A subscription to a meal delivery service that brings pre-prepared easy-to-cook meals is a game changer. Additionally, a subscription for high quality coffee is a great touch he will thank you for daily. This Gift For Him will give him back the precious time and energy he has to spend with you and the baby.
Gifts of Ease and Company
New parenthood leaves one spent emotionally and physically. These presents are for that break you need, to strengthen your bond, and to capture this short but amazing time.
1. A Sleep Time Roba & Slippers
Before the sleep deprivation hits hard, spoil him with the best of comfort. Go for the ultra soft, high-quality robe and a pair of very cozy slippers that offer comfort and peace. It is a little luxury that says “I know things are going to get crazy, but you will be comfortable.”
He will be in this during the early weeks at home, a constant reminder to seek out comfort when you can.
2. An engraved “Promises” keepsake
This is a very personal gift that he will take with him into his new role. These can come in the form of a beautiful classic watch, a leather wallet, or a keychain. You can even personalize them with a simple yet powerful promise, like “Father’s Day 2024” or a short note like “Our greatest adventure begins with you.”
This turns a common item into a physical reminder of the importance of his new path in life and the support he has.
3. A Traveler’s Journal
Encourage him to keep a journal of this time. Get out a large pretty journal for him and put in a prompt to get him started. He may use it to write out to the baby, to jot down what he is thinking and fearing in the final weeks of pregnancy, or just to put down the silly, messiness of the first year. It is a gift that will become a family treasure and also gives him a private place to put out all the feelings he has.
Best of Everything Father’s Day Gift Ideas
Oftentimes what we see as the best approach is to put together a gift basket that includes a variety of elements. Dad’s Fix-It kit along with high quality coffee are some great choices in this regard. Additionally, you can include both that luxurious robe he wanted to have, as well as that journal he would need to point out important notes. In short, you will be addressing a range of items that can be practical, emotional, and personal for him.
In many ways, what is most important in a Gift for Father is the card and how it is written. Tell him how you know he is going to do great as a father. Think back to a time when you saw his patience, his tenderness, or his enthusiasm. What you write will be what he remembers of the gift long after he has finished the coffee or worn it in the robe.
This Father’s Day, there are plenty of gift ideas for the future soon to be father. Now, the perfect soon to be father’s day gifts are beyond items; they are tools of confidence, tokens of comfort, and symbols of the great partnership you are forming together. You will be honoring not only the father he will become, but also the wonderful partner he is now.
