The Best Gifts for New Dads

Diaper bags are the minivan of dad life. Which is why Beau Industries came up with the R1 pack. Made with the same materials as his favorite hiking backpack, the R1 is a hardcore backpack moonlighting as a diaper bag. The set comes with everything a dad needs for his little one, including a changing pad, padded pouches, and organized storage for everything from diapers to binkies.

The best air purifiers are the ones that you never notice. The Bespoke Cube is virtually silent (perfect for a baby's room) and its exterior can be customized to match the decor of any room in the house. Plus, remote control through the smartphone app makes adjusting the operation a cinch.

These adjustable dumbbells are perfect for the gym rat who's about to be confronted by the realities of fatherhood. Gone are those long, leisurely sessions at the gym; say hello to the work-out-when-you-can-get-it. With the flick of a wrist, these switch from five to 80 pounds in increments of five. They're the difference between a beach bod and a dad bod.

Easy-wearing and as soft as your baby's butt, this sweater by denim specialist Mott and Bow is one of the nicest we've ever worn. Wear it with jeans, athleisure pants, or under your blazer; it's easier to pair than your child's outfits.

If you feel like the new dad in your life could use a drink, you're right — he'll take three. This cocktail shaker's minimalist design hides some very clever features, like stepped volume measurements in the lid, that make executing cocktails a bit easier.

Some new dads set a marathon PR during the first year of a new child’s life, but the vast majority of dads are just trying to keep the wheels on during the early sleep deprived days of new fatherhood and need all of the support they can get to move at all. Enter the Altra Via Olympus shoes that offer plenty of cushioning for aching underused joints with their 33-mm of stack height.

Having a baby means so. Much. Documentation. The sonograms. The birth certificate. The social security card. The passport. Give him a handsome and intelligent way to keep everything sorted with this monogrammable folio, which has 10 expandable, resealable, and acid-free envelopes of different sizes to fit all manner of official papers. There's even room for gift cards, plus illustrated labels and a table of contents. Not only is it practical, it's also a great keepsake.

Every dad needs that shirt. You know what we're talking about. The shirt that looks dope. That can withstand anything without wrinkling. That wicks away sweat. And that has a perfect fit, so he can wear it to a game, a barbecue, a dinner out. This is that shirt. It's sleek, comfortable, and ultra-durable. And stylish.

Kids grow up fast and memories are fleeting. This handsome keepsake box is a wonderful way to store those memories, from the first sonogram to the first tooth lost. It has acid-free drawers, vertical files for documents, and mini envelopes for that first lock of hair or first tooth, plus illustrated labels help you organize and then find these items years later. Something a dad will treasure, always.

When he wants to travel light, this is the answer. It fits around his waist, and is spacious enough to hold 20 wipes, changing pad, credits cards and cash, and even has a hook for a pacifier.

This speaker weighs less than a pound. That's right. But it's powerful as hell. How powerful? It's waterproof, dustproof, has 10 hours of playtime, and delivers crisp, clear audio. It has a built-in carabiner that attaches right to the stroller. Or his diaper bag. Because even new dads appreciate some good tunes.

Every dad, new or not, needs that perfect broken-in hoodie that goes with anything and can be worn anywhere. This one is glorious basic: It's made of heavy cotton, lined with soft fleece, finished with beefy zippers. It’s all made in the US, from coast to coast, where mobare than 20 craftspeople will get their hands on it before you. It's built to last. And last.

Dads have bed-head. And new dads have major bed-head. Help him keep it under control with this most perfect of caps, which has an interior mesh fabric sweatband that wicks away moisture. And the fit is customizable.

So he wants something he can wear around the house, but still works if he needs to go mow the lawn or take the kids to the park? These slippers, which don't look like slippers, are made from a temperature-regulating wool blend, so his feet don't sweat. They have grippy rubber soles, a low-key silhouette, and a leather pull tab for easy on-off. And there's a toe box to protect his feet.

Now he can make real-deal no-joke Neapolitan pizza at home, with this brand new oven that's the first to be officially 'Recommended for Domestic Use’ by the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana. He can use wood or charcoal out of the box, or use gas with the gas burner (sold separately). It heats up in 15 minutes. There's a mounted digital thermometer that shows you the internal ambient oven temperature and a large cooking area that fits up to 16 inch pizzas.

Smithey's cast iron has the smoothest cooking surface of any cast iron pan or skillet on the market, period. Each piece is heirloom quality. That means perfect pancakes. Perfect eggs. Perfect steaks. So when dad feels the desire to cook, give him something worthy of his talents.

Portland-based Olympia Provisions doesn't cut corners. The company's cured meats are held in natural casings and kept in the organic white mold that protects them. Each month, he'll get one salami (approximately 4.5 ounces) along with detailed tasting notes, as befits a carnivore gourmand.

Nothing looks as good as sleep feels. Get him a customized foam pillow made to his specific sleep preferences. You choose the sleep position, the size and heft of the ideal pillow, and Pluto does the rest.

Streamlined simplicity is the name of the game for new dads. But no one wants to sacrifice quality. Huron is the perfect combo of the two, and this set includes an invigorating, refreshing body wash, shampoo, and conditioner. It's all the brainchild of a former athlete who likes nice products, but not the corresponding crazy price tags.

Listen, we're all gonna be home for the foreseeable future. And that applies doubly to new parents. These pants are just what he needs to get through the days in total comfort. They're made of organic cotton, have an elastic waistband with a hidden drawcord, two side pockets, a back patch pocket, and a relaxed tapered fit. Get him the matching sweatshirt, too.

Royce is a fourth-generation family business that makes absolutely breathtaking leather goods. And this kit includes everything he needs to always be well-groomed: A hexagon razor and blades, nail clippers, corkscrew knife combo, a toothbrush, nail file, comb, tweezers, scissors, pusher and shoehorn lint brush. Inside a zippered leather case.

Sometimes he just wants to zen out. Alone. And this little fireplace is the way to do it. It burns clean, using a few ounces of rubbing alcohol, and can be used indoors or out. When the baby is sleeping, he can even use it to roast marshmallows.

For the dad who's into going off the grid, this best-in-class power station provides 187 watt-hours of lithium power. Plus, it charges USB-C laptops, tablets, mirrorless cameras, and phones. It can charge one phone 16 times, and a tablet six times. That's plenty of power for an overnight family campout. And it itself stays charged courtesy of portable solar panels.

A gift that helps dad sleep will always go over well. This pillow is specific to side sleepers; it includes a memory foam pillow and a quilted pillow cover. You'll notice its shape: A cube. Because when he's on his side, his head and shoulders form a square.

The jacket to end all jackets: This is one is made from waxed, weather-resistant Martexin 7 oz. sailcloth; the body and sleeves are fully lined for warmth; and the fit is fitted (but not too fitted) and modern. There's an interior media pocket, two welt hand pockets, and a look that's totally timeless.

When he's ready for a nightcap, he'll relish this one from real-life friends (and actors) Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley, who've been painstakingly working on this for years. The four-grain, high rye bourbon whiskey is a tribute to their friendship, and sells out fast. He'll detect notes of rich honey and warm rye spice.

The polished aluminum cylinder is not his grandfather's tired old flask. Inside, there's room for nine ounces of his preferred drink, two collapsible shot glasses, a 200-lumen light, compass, and bottle opener. Its compact size (2 by 9.375 inches) means it's easy to take on every single outdoor outing.

The last thing he has time for is an elaborate grilling setup. This 13,000 BTU grill from industry stalwart Weber folds up and fits into the trunk of his car. It has a sizable 320 square inch grilling area, enough to feed the family. And the grill is attached to the cart so there's no annoying setup. Best of all, you collapse it as you would a stroller. So it's great practice. But here's the best part: The grill has a built-in lid thermometer, so no more crusty, dry chicken breasts, ever.

Not only does this phone cleaner kill 99.99 percent of germs on the device, but it also charges it while sanitizing it.

A new dad without coffee is like a car without oil. And this is the grinder to end all grinders, for the best coffee possible. It handles pour-over, cold brew, and French press. He can do a single-dose, so the beans always remain fresh. It has 31 grind settings, with a guide directly on the lid. There's a measuring cup, so he doesn't need a scale. And it's quiet enough that he won't wake up the baby.

Sleek and smart, this double-walled, vacuum-insulated chiller keeps a bottle cold for a whopping four hours. Which is about the length of your average Chris Nolan movie, which he can watch with you while sipping a cold one.

Sounds cheesy, but it's true: Memories are priceless. But digitizing old family and college photos and home movies is a major time suck. So get him a service that does it for him. He packs up his home movies and pictures, and gets everything back on a thumb drive, the cloud, or labeled DVDs. So every single time he wants to relive epic childhood moments and share them with his kid, it's right there.

Made from organic Turkish cotton, this robe feels plush beyond words. It has a classic shawl-collared silhouette, as well as an adjustable belt and side pockets (for the pacifier he'll be toting around).

Three pockets. That's all you need to know. This apron is a hero in the kitchen, to be sure. But it's equally handy when he's toting around dipes and wipes. It has crossback straps that provide all-day support, and comes in a ton of cool colors.

When he is able to get some sleep, he'll appreciate conking out wrapped in some top-tier sheets. This set of linen bedsheets from Parachute are soft and breathable — a reward he'll certainly enjoy after many, many nightly awakenings.

This canvas tote will last until his newborn is in college. Seriously. Treated well, it can survive pretty much anything. It can also haul up to 500 pounds' worth of baby gear, and can be customized with a name or initials that mean something to him.

For dads who like the convenience of a carabiner keeping keys close by, this Mehlville version has a higher level of refinement. Machined from solid aluminum it flips open like a blade to make fidgeting with it even better with two main sections that make it easy to latch onto beltloops or bags.