Becoming a father for the first time is an exciting and exhausting time in life. With Father’s Day around the corner, what better way to celebrate the occasion, than with a first Father’s Day gift?
When it comes to buying gifts for dads, it can be quite a task. Especially, if it's a first Father's Day gift. However, gifting them something sentimental and meaningful for Father's Day is always a good way to go. Who wouldn't want a present that captures their child's first memories or something to remember them by? Even the perfect Dad mug could bring a smile to the man in your life's face.
Father's Day gift ideas 2023 shortlist:
Best keepsake: Baby Hand And Foot Inkless Print Kit**
Best practical gift:** Coffee Mug WarmerBest innovative gift: Cooling Pint GlassesBest wearable gift: Pure Cotton Hawaiian ShirtBest fragrance to gift first time Fathers: BOSS Bottled Pacific for Him Eau de Toilette 100ml
Whether you are looking for a sentimental present to treasure this momentous occasion or a new gadget to capture these extraordinary memories, we have picked out some of the best gift ideas to show how much dads are appreciated. In this roundup, we have focused on gifts that are great to give first-time Dads. However, there are lots of presents that would be suitable for friends who are fathers, long-serving dads and even gifts for grandpas.
20 of the best first Father's Day gift ideas 2023
Take a look at some of the best gifts for their first Father's Day that will ensure their day will be one to remember.
Best keepsake
www.notonthehighstreet.com
Description
There won't be a single dry eye when Dad gets given this gift for his first Father's Day, with
Pros
- Lovely sentimental gift
- Great keepsake
- Affordable
Cons
- Only comes with one wipe
Best personalised wooden frame
www.gettingpersonal.co.uk
Description
If this is your first time celebrating Father's Day as parents, or if you want to gift a present
Pros
- Personalised
- Wooden frame
- Great keepsake
Cons
- No online reviews
Best personalised Father's Day book
www.wonderbly.com
Description
What child doesn't love a bedtime story read by dad? It's even better if Dad is in it. You can
Pros
- Encourages quality time
- Printed and shipped in 48 hours
- Thick, high-quality paper
Cons
- Limited characters on names
Best print gift
Firebox firebox.com
Description
We cannot get enough of this personalised photo poster in a dictionary definition style. It is the
Pros
- Printed on 230g semi-gloss paper (thicker than standard paper).
- Large picture - Approx dimensions: 42 x 60 (A2)
- Personalised
Cons
- Frame costs extra
Best practical gift
Description
Here is something we could all use, but especially new parents. This coffee mug warmer keeps your
Pros
- Temperature control system
- Suitable for all types of flat bottom mugs
- Touch sensitive ring button switch
Cons
- Drinks can become too hot
Best gift for Dad's in a relationship
www.notonthehighstreet.com
Description
Father's Day doesn't have to be all about your newborn. With this New Parents Date Box, you and
Pros
- Great for encouraging partners to make time for each other
- Thoughtful
- Looks great
Cons
- Not suitable for single parents
www.notonthehighstreet.com
Description
This stylish men's leather bracelet can be personalised on the right- and left-hand sides of the
Pros
- Personalised
- Leather
- Suits most styles
Cons
- Max 18 characters
Best humorous gift
Description
This fun little activity book contains fill-in-the-blank line pages. You can make it sweet, silly,
Pros
- Thoughtful
- Personal
- Memorable
Cons
- Pocket-sized gift
Best skincare gift
Neal’s Yard Remedies www.nealsyardremedies.com
Description
When you have just had a baby, it is really easy to neglect yourself- especially skincare. But
Pros
- Dermatologically tested
- Vegan approved
- Certified organic
Cons
- Scented
Best matching pyjamas
www.notonthehighstreet.com
Description
It doesn't get cuter than this! These personalised Dinosaur Family Pyjamas can be a gift for all
Pros
- Pyjamas for the whole family
- Personalised
- Multiple size options
Cons
- No newborn size
Best smart gift
Description
Kids nowadays have a million photos of them growing up, but which ones do you choose to frame? Now
Best camera gift
www.johnlewis.com
Description
Take nostalgic photos of your child's first memories with this Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant
Pros
- Great colour choices
- Good quality
- Easy to use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Photographic paper sold separately
Best gift for watching home movies
Description
Watch home videos just like in your childhood with this projector from YABER. You can either
Pros
- Easy to use
- Brilliant picture quality
- Portable
- Distortion-free Hi-Fi sound
- 5000+ apps like Disney+, HBO Max, and Prime Video.
Cons
- No table stand
Best card
Moonpig www.moonpig.com
Description
Show Dad how appreciated he is by sending a personalised collage card with Moonpig. There are
Pros
- Personalised
- Multiple size options
- Can be delivered directly
Cons
- Just a card
Best mug for Father's Day
Not On The Highsteet www.notonthehighstreet.com
Description
Sleepless nights will be made a whole lot easier if you have this lovely ceramic mug to wake up
Pros
- Can be personalised
- Understated
- Practical
Cons
- No gift packaging options
Best gift for beer lovers
Beavertownbeavertownbrewery.co.uk
Description
Being a parent is tiring work. Any beer-loving Father will love this craft beer bundle. It is the
Pros
- Multiple types of beer
- Cool designs
- Glass included
Cons
- Alcohol based bundle
Best king ring
www.notonthehighstreet.com
Description
The keyring makes the perfect gift for first dads or grandfathers. Place their favourite photo
Pros
- The leather case is available in two colourways
- Your photo is directly printed onto the stainless steel insert
- Can be engraved at an added cost
Cons
- Not suitable for Vegans
Best innovative gift
Description
There is nothing better to take the edge off than a nice cold beer. This gift is perfect for busy
Pros
- Holder keeps your hands from becoming cold
- Keeps drinks chilled for two hours
- Easy to use
Cons
- Some customers found that the packaging wasn't of a high standard
Best fragrance to gift first time Fathers
Boots www.boots.com
Description
BOSS Bottled Pacific Eau de Toilette for Men is an aromatic, woody scent with a fresh aroma
Pros
- Attractive packaging
- Smells clean and light
- Good value
Cons
- Scent is not long lasting
Best wearable gift
www.marksandspencer.com
Description
Are you really a Dad if you don't have a Hawaiian t-shirt? We love this shirt because it can be
Pros
- Inclusive sizing
- Matching items for the whole family
- 100 per cent cotton
Cons
- Only regular fit available
FAQs
When is Father's Day UK 2023?
Father's Day falls on Sunday 18 June, which means there is still time to buy some great gifts for their first Father's Day. Personalised gifts and sentimental keepsakes that he can treasure forever are sure to make the day extremely special to him.
Where to shop for the perfect Father's Day present
Finding the perfect present is a real talent. You need to consider the recipient. Are they the type of person who loves the sentimental or are they more practical-minded? We have included a small roundup of our favourite stores to shop for Dads.
Hannah James is a Senior Home, Parenting and Lifestyle Product writer for Yours, specialising in product testing and reviews. As a mother of three, Hannah loves finding clothes that makes her feel fabulous and products that are great for large families.
