Best Selection of Gifts for Expecting Fathers!
Your friend just found out he'll become a father and you want to give him a little something to create memories of the joyful moment he experienced? Or you want to make your friend laugh about what to expect in years to come? Or simply want to give him a present to share his joy since you know it's the best feeling ever - finding out you'll be a daddy of a little creature who will depend on you throughout most of its life!
Now, this top 10 list doesn't include expensive gifts. Nay! These gift ideas for fathers to be are mostly for friends and colleagues to help them decide what to give to a new father. So, I'll mostly recommend things that are below 50 dollars but even if you don't find exactly what you were looking for, maybe you'll get few ideas!
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#1: Book That Will Prepare New Dad
for his new duties of lifetime guardian of precious little creature!
Father's First Steps: 25 Things Every New Dad Should Know
Amazon Price: $9.32 (as of 11/30/2009)
Leading childcare experts Drs. Robert and James Sears draw on their experience as fathers and pediatricians to discuss 25 important aspects of new fatherhood, including supporting the mother during labor, bonding with baby, deciphering baby talk, being a good husband as well as a good father, and more. For anyone anticipating fatherhood with a mixture of joy and jitters, this reassuring book is the perfect resource.
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And if new father bragged about expecting a daughter...
Why a Daughter Needs a Dad: A Hundred Reasons
Amazon Price: (as of 11/30/2009)
The relationship between father and daughter is one that almost defies description. Begun and nurtured in love, the relationship strengthens daughter and dad and brings out the best in both, softening the edges of fathers and providing strength and security for their daughters. The warmth of quiet-and exhuberant-hugs and laughter, the comfort of familiarity, the creation of a history from which both dad and daughter may draw-all this and much more express the rich relationship that exists between fathers and daughters.
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Or new daddy is all excited about a son on the way?
Why a Son Needs a Dad: 100 Reasons
Amazon Price: $10.17 (as of 11/30/2009)
Why a Son Needs a Dad is a reminder of the many things a father has learned from his own father that he passes on to his own sons as they share in the adventure of life and build a bond that lasts for life.
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#2: Willow Tree Figurines Celebrate Fatherhood!
In awe and wonder of what's to come
These three figurines made from willow tree, although looking so simple and common, really catch that something special between dad and baby! A moment in fathers life where he thinks how much his life has changed and what future will bring to him and his new baby.
Willow Tree New Dad Figurine
Amazon Price: $25.34 (as of 11/30/2009)
List Price: $22.00
Release Date: 12/31/1969
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Celebrating the miracle of new life
New Life
Amazon Price: $29.34 (as of 11/30/2009)
List Price: $27.50
Release Date: 12/31/1969
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Embracing the whole concept of family and two becoming three
OUR GIFT
Amazon Price: $33.89 (as of 11/30/2009)
List Price: $13.00
Release Date: 12/31/1969
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#3: Baby Music for Sleepy Or Playful Fathers
Baby music helps moms, dads and babies relax!
Lullaby Themes for Sleepy Dreams
Amazon Price: $12.99 (as of 11/30/2009)
This 18 song collection of traditional and nontraditional tunes will undoubtedly soothe baby's drowsy eyes into a peaceful sleep. This comforting, tender CD combines such essential favorites as Rock-A-Bye Baby, Sleep Baby Sleep, and Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star with unique, beautiful versions of Tell Me Why, Dona Nobis Pacem, and Kumbayah.
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And for playful baby...
Classic Nursery Rhymes
Amazon Price: $12.99 (as of 11/30/2009)
This disc comprises clever and catchy arrangements and interpretations of both familiar and obscure nursery rhymes. Extremely melodious take on traditional nursery rhymes, this is a joy to the ear buds.
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#4: Baby and Father Enjoying Bath Time
Relaxing bath time for baby!
The mildew-resistant pads result in a cleaner, more hygienic bathtub, and a special drain plug changes color to alert parents when the water is too hot for baby's tender skin. Finally, a mesh sling with padded headrest provides extra comfort and support to cradle even the littlest ones.
The First Year's Infant To Toddler Tub with Sling Blue
Amazon Price: $17.99 (as of 11/30/2009)
* Adjustable baby tub with built-in wash basin for toys, rinse water, and supplies
* Drain plug alerts parents if water is too hot
* Fits single and double sinks; upright backrest provides additional support for toddlers
* Includes sling and foam pads to cradle infants
* Recommended for newborn babies to toddlers
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#5: Thermometer Will Come Handy!
This gift is very helpful!
Braun Thermoscan Ear Thermometer with ExacTemp Technology
Amazon Price: $49.35 (as of 11/30/2009)
* Professional accuracy. Flashing light and beep confirm positioning.
* On-Off button for easy control. Memory function stores 8 readings.
* Soft, flexible tip with filter detector. Lens Filter ejector for easy removal.
* Oral, rectal or underarm use
* Includes: 2 AA batteries - 21 lens filters and cap
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#6: Most Problems Come From Runny Noses!
So if you buy this for expecting dad, he'll learn to appreciate it!
NoseFrida Nasal Aspirator
Amazon Price: $16.75 (as of 11/30/2009)
Nosefrida is a doctor recommended nasal aspirator that removes mucus from your child's nose. It was invented in Sweden by ear, nose and throat specialists, and has been used by Swedish moms and dads for years. Nosefrida is effective and hygienic and has been clinically tested. It is safe to use and causes no injury to you or your child. No more runny noses.
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#7: Baby Care Timer For Sleep-Deprived Parents!
And babies love strickt schedule!
Itzbeen Baby Care Timer - Blue
Amazon Price: $24.95 (as of 11/30/2009)
* Helps sleep-deprived new parents remember baby care details.
* Wonderful tool to help first-time parents learn the basic needs of a baby.
* Great way to communicate baby's needs with grandparents, baby sitters, and day-care providers.
* Soft-glow nightlight helps parents find their way around the baby's room at night without waking the baby. Perfect low level light for nursing moms. If the light is left on, it will automatically turn off after 7 minutes.
* Recommended Age Range Birth to 24 Months
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#8: Unique New Dad Gag Gift
This will surely bring few laughs!
Daddy's Diaper Changing Apron - Unique New Dad Gag Gift- Baby Shower Gift Idea
Amazon Price: $21.95 (as of 11/30/2009)
* Soil-Resistant Apron & Face Mask
* Emergency Nimples - Two Hilariously placed "bottle nipples" for daddy!!!
* Rubber Gloves, Colorful Clothespins, Disposable Diaper &
* FREE Gift Box & Complimentary Daddy's Tools Gift Wrap!
* Comes pre-loaded and ready for battle, just slip it on when Duty (Doodie) calls!
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#9: Becoming a Daddy-Pro
Daddies love toolbelts!
New Daddy Diaper Toolbelt, Boy or Girl Theme
Amazon Price: $35.95 (as of 11/30/2009)
* 16 Different Products to Help New Dad
* Comes in a heavy-duty, 12-pocket, reinforced toolbelt
* Perfect for co-ed baby showers or new daddy gift
* Your choice of "baby boy", "baby girl" or "unisex" themes
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#10: Puppets Play Time For Baby and Daddy
Farm Animal Puppets with Movable Mouths
Farm Puppets
Amazon Price: (as of 11/30/2009)
All the barnyard favorites, gathered together in one set. All have movable mouths to encourage the puppeteers' verbal expression. 8-animal set includes a goat, rooster, pig, cow, hen, horse, bull, and sheep. Set of 8.
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Still looking? Maybe you could go with diaper bag?
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Daddy Needs Diaper Bag!
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Today more and more often fathers are involved in caring and development of their kids. And that's great! I know my father wasn't in either mine or my siblings. Until I was walking, most of job around 'baby me' was on my mother - feeding, walking, s...
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0-12 Months: Top 10 Educational Toys
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Hope You Found Something Cool, Funny or Useful!
And if you have a suggestion, leave it here! I would love to hear it!
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- aj2008 aj2008 Jul 1, 2009 @ 7:52 am
- Love the diaper toolbelt - I assume it's for a boy baby as it has some goggles. Does remind me how far my baby boy could pee, when I was changing his nappy/diaper!
A nice selection of gifts, Michelle.
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- clouda9 clouda9 Jun 27, 2009 @ 12:41 am
- Great twist on 'Everything is Mommy'...Dads need kudos and ideas too!
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- ChineseKitesforKids ChineseKitesforKids Jun 26, 2009 @ 5:40 pm
- I love the Willow figurines! It's always one of my favorite things to shop for in the Family Christian Catalog. Great lens! Good idea for a lens. I sat there for a while trying to think of something I wanted to make a top ten list about. Go Rocket Mom Go!
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- Susan52 Susan52 Jun 25, 2009 @ 12:44 pm
- I like the tool belt, too. I agree, great idea for a series!
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- stargazer00 stargazer00 Jun 25, 2009 @ 10:56 am
- Yes, the toolbelt is hilarious! Great ideas for new Daddy or Daddy-to-be.
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