Baby Shower Gifts for Dad
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Baby shower gifts for dad are becoming more popular as dads all across the country are taking much more part in the care of their babies. In many cases, baby showers aren't just for women any more. Couples' showers are much more common, and sometimes showers are given just for dad! Need a great baby shower gift idea for a dad-to-be? Check out our suggestions. Have an additional idea that you'd like to add? Be sure and do so. We'd love to hear from you!
Baby Shower Gifts for Dad
When you think about baby shower gifts for dad, you automatically think in masculine or tough guy terms, right? While of course this train of thought is common, you really need to think along more practical lines. After all, this may be his first experience in becoming a father, and he'll need all of the help that he can get! Sometimes, it's easier if you think about what you'd give for a mom-to-be at her shower, then adapt your gift to work for dad, too. Below is a list of some great gifts:
- Mommy's Heartbeat-Sometimes it's hard to calm a newborn when he's away from his mommy, especially if he is breastfed. A stuffed animal that echoes mommy's heartbeat might just help dad soothe baby's cries.
- Daddy's Diaper Tote-Men's diaper bags can be very versatile and stylish, too. Some have room for a changing pad, diapers, wipes, and other baby necessities, as well as a place for a phone, car keys, and wallet.
- Handprint Ball Kit-Give dad a gift that will be treasured for years to come. A handprint baseball kit will preserve his little ball player's precious handprint, which he'll treasure forever!
- Handprint Tie-Give dad a handprint tie with baby's hand and footprints stamped all over it.
Humorous Gifts
Some people can't help but smile at the image of a new dad trying desperately to diaper his wiggly baby. Of course in many homes, dads do just as much if not more diapering than moms, depending upon the circumstances. Unfortunately, the stigma of second in command tends to follow dads around throughout their lives when it comes to taking care of their babies. Why not celebrate dad's initiation into the world of fatherhood with a humorous, yet practical gift. Sure, he'll probably get a chuckle out of it, but he may find a way to use it, too!
- Daddy's Changing Apron-Daddy's changing apron might be considered a gag gift, but it could have its practical uses, too!
- Daddy's Survival Kit-This gift might be humorous, but it will also come in handy and is stocked with lots of great items. A daddy's survival kit might include a change of clothes for baby, a t-shirt for dad, a bottle, small pack of wipes, travel mug, address/appointment book, and disposable camera all packed into a "manly" backpack.
- Daddy's Saddle-Can you believe they actually make small saddles so dads can give their kids horseback rides? It's true. Check this one out!
- Daddy's Tool Belt-This adorable gift is shaped like a tool belt and stocked with all sorts of useful items, as well as clothespins for dad's nose along with a pair of goggles to wear while changing little boys' diapers, and don't forget the rubber gloves!
Daddy T-Shirts
There are many humorous maternity t-shirts available for the mom-to-be, but what about the proud papa? Dad is encouraged to join in the pregnancy fun! Some funny options for the proud expectant father include:
- He Shoots. He Scores
- Look What I Did
- My Boys Can Swim
- The Man Behind the Belly
- Got One Past the Goalie
Where to Buy
The following sites offer a selection of baby shower gifts that are perfect for dads everywhere.
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Comments
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