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35 Push Present Ideas for Dads That He’ll Love

You’ve probably heard of push presents for moms because they do all the hard work during labor, but what about a push present for dad? Yep, it’s a thing!

Many people wonder why guys would get a push present. After all, they’re not the ones doing the real pushing during delivery. But, he has been around for nine months, hopefully emotionally supporting you and taking care of all those midnight craving runs.

That’s why many people look for a push gift for dad. They have a lot on their plates too and are about to take on a big responsibility, just like mom.

So, what do you get as a push present for dad? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with 35 ideas he’ll love!

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Top 35 Gift Ideas

1. Matching Shirts

Gamer Shirts for Father & Son Daughter Player 1 Player 2 Men Tee Baby Bodysuit Dad Gray Large/Baby Gray Newborn (0-3M)

Who said mom is the only fashionista? Dad can have some fun too in the clothing department. Matching onesies and shirts are a very cute push gift for dad. Take this “Player One”, “Player Two” combo. It’s super cute and he’s bound to love it.

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2. Kangaroo Shirt

DadWare Original Bondaroo Skin to Skin Kangaroo Care Bonding T-Shirt (Char Large) Charcoal

A kangaroo shirt is another fun clothing idea. This lets dad have some skin-to-skin bonding with his new baby by letting him hold the baby in his shirt.

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3. Dad-to-be Gift Box

New Dad to be gift box | Bump Boxes

If you’re looking for something sentimental and useful at the same time, this dad-to-be gift box could be a winner. It comes with a handbook for dad as well as a keychain, onesie, and some other goodies.

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4. Engraved Watch

If your man likes watches, an engraved watch with a message related to his new dad role is sure to be a winner.

5. Monthly Coffee Subscription

Driftaway Coffee - Coffee Subscription, Fresh Roasted Whole Bean Coffee, Eco-friendly and Sustainable (7 oz - 3 Months)

A new baby means less sleep and more caffeine. If your man is a coffee drinker, you may want to consider a monthly coffee subscription. This comes with lots of perks because there’s something new brewing each month. He can see which coffee he likes best and which one gives him a real jolt.

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6. Neck Massager

Shiatsu Neck and Back Massager with Soothing Heat, Nekteck Electric Deep Tissue 3D Kneading Massage Pillow for Shoulder, Leg, Body Muscle Pain Relief, Home, Office, and Car Use

Holding the baby 24/7 is going to put stress on everyone. A neck massager can help to reduce stress and help your aching joints. This one has heat and deep tissue options.

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7. Spa Gift Certificate

Who says spas are just for women? Your man would thoroughly enjoy a spa gift certificate to get a massage.

8. Tile Mate for Keys

Tile Essentials (2020) 4-pack (1 Mate, 1 Slim, 2 Stickers) - Bluetooth Tracker & Item Locators for Keys, Wallets, Remotes & More; Easily Find All Your Things

Once the baby is here, things are going to be chaotic and amid it all, he’s bound to lose his keys. A Tile Mate is a GPS tracker for his keys so he’ll never lose them for good. It also works for wallets and other items that also seem to get lost in the shuffle.

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9. Board Book to Read with Baby

My Dad Is Amazing! (A Hello!Lucky Book)

Dad is bound to have plenty of storytime with his new baby. A special book for just him and baby is a great idea. “My Dad is Amazing!” is just one fabulous choice.

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10. Dad Joke Book

101 So Bad, They're Good Dad Jokes

Now that he’s going to join the ranks, your partner can tell some dad jokes. This makes a funny push gift for dad. Beware, you’ll have to actually listen to these jokes once he gets the book.

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11. Lounge Pants

Southpole Men's Active Basic Jogger Fleece Pants, black, X-SMALL

Dad is going to be hanging out a lot around the house once the baby gets here, so let him be comfy in lounge pants. Anything loose fitting and soft will do the trick. These by Southpole are a favorite because they’re soft and fit well.

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12. Comfy Hoodie

Gildan Men's Fleece Hooded Sweatshirt, Style G18500, Black, X-Large

If you’re going to get the lounge pants, you need the comfy hoodie too. This is a good idea when dad just wants to relax. This one from Gildan makes a good push gift for dad because it’s soft and comes in a variety of colors.

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13.  Dad and Me Picture Frame

Klikel Daddy And Me Frame - Black Wood Picture Frame With Silver Sentiments - Holds 1 4x6 Photo With Mat or 1 5x7 Photo Without Mat - Wall Mount And Table Desk Display

Give him something to look forward to when he gets that first photo with his new baby. A dad and me picture frame will give him somewhere to show off his new photo.

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14. Dad Engraved Titanium Bracelet

Willis Judd DAD Titanium Bracelet Engraved Love You Dad with Black Carbon Fiber Adjusting Tool & Gift Box Included

Let him show off his new title with this engraved titanium bracelet. It’s a simple bracelet that comes with a lot of heart.

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15. Smart Speaker Echo Dot

All-new Echo Dot (4th Gen) | Smart speaker with clock and Alexa | Twilight Blue

Let him have a personal assistant with the Echo Dot. He can check the weather, check the headlines, and even use it to control things in your home.

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16. New Tablet

Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 Wi-Fi 32GB Tablet - Gold SM-T500NZDAXAR (2020)

A new tablet makes a great push present for dad. He can use this wherever he goes. Whether it’s to connect to a Zoom meeting or watch a show online, he’ll love a new tablet.

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17. YETI Cooler

YETI Tundra 35 Cooler, Aquifer Blue

You really can’t go wrong with a YETI cooler as a push gift for dad. These are all the rage these days and guys love them.

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18. Streaming Service Subscription

Dad is going to be up in the middle of the night a lot so he may want to have some entertainment. A subscription to a streaming service makes the perfect gift.

19. Baby Carrier for Dad

TBG - Mens Tactical Baby Carrier for Infants and Toddlers 8-33 lbs - Compact (Black Camo)

Sure you may have a baby carrier for yourself, but what about dad? He’s going to want his own. This Tactical Baby Carrier for infants and toddlers is a good choice for a push present for dad. It’s practical and he can use it for quite some time.

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20. Airpods

Apple AirPods with Wireless Charging Case

When dad wants to just chill and have some alone time, he can drown out all the noise with a good pair of Airpods. They’re great for at home or if he wants to hit the gym.

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21. Brilliant Smart Home Control

Brilliant Smart Home Control (2-Switch Panel) — Alexa Built-In & Compatible with Ring, Sonos, Hue, Google Nest, Wemo, SmartThings, Apple HomeKit — In-Wall Touchscreen Control for Lights, Music, & More

This is a very cool push present for dad because he’ll be able to control a bunch of smart devices, lighting, cameras, thermostats, and more popular smart devices, lighting, cameras, locks, thermostats, and more by just replacing a light switch.

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22. Bluetooth Shower Speaker

iFox iF012 Bluetooth Shower Speaker - Certified Waterproof - Wireless It Pairs Easily to All Your Bluetooth Devices - Phones, Tablets, Computer, Radio

Maybe dad might want to listen to music or the game while he’s in the shower. This Bluetooth shower speaker lets him do just that. This model pairs easily to phones, tablets, and computers.

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23. HyperChiller Instant Iced Coffee Maker

HyperChiller Maxi-Matic Patented Instant Coffee/Beverage Cooler, Ready in One Minute, Reusable for Iced Tea, Wine, Spirits, Alcohol, Juice, 12.5 Oz, Black

If you get this push present for dad, he better share! The HyperChiller Instant Coffee Maker chills coffee instantly. This is great for when dad is on the go or wants iced coffee but doesn’t have time to make it. This also chills all other beverages.

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24. Smart Speaker

Bose Portable Smart Speaker — Wireless Bluetooth Speaker with Alexa Voice Control Built-In, Black

Let him take his music and everything else with him with this smart speaker. It’s portable, versatile, and is compatible with Amazon Music, Spotify, and Pandora.

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25. Smartwatch

New Apple Watch SE (GPS, 40mm) - Silver Aluminum Case with White Sport Band

If your man likes to have information at his fingertips then a smartwatch could be a good push present. This will let him answer calls, text, check emails, and much more. Just be sure you get the one that’s compatible with his phone carrier.

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26. Tickets to His Favorite Sporting Event

Tickets to his favorite sporting event will be a great gift because it will give him something to look forward to, besides the baby of course!

27. Dad Diaper Bag

Dad Diaper Bag, Diaper Bag Backpack for Dad, Changing Pad, Stroller Straps, Included Patches, Dad Squad Diaper Bag for Dad

Dad needs his own diaper bag, but he wants to look cool. This diaper bag should do the trick. Complete with a changing pad and water bottle, dad will be ready to go anywhere.

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28. Star Wars Dad shirts

Starwar Gift Shirt for Dad - Mens Like Father Like Son Graphic Fathers Day Novelty Gifts Tee Shirt (XL)

Is dad a Star Wars fan? If so, this Darth Vader and Jedi shirt set is the perfect push present for dad. He’ll see the humor in it and enjoy it.

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29. Newspaper from the Day of Baby’s Birth

This is a sweet and thoughtful gift. He can look back and see what was going on his baby was born. If you wanted to go a step further, you could frame the front page for him too.

30. Selfie Stick Tripod

Portable 40 Inch Aluminum Alloy Selfie Stick Phone Tripod with Wireless Remote Shutter Compatible with iPhone 12 11 pro Xs Max Xr X 8 7 6 Plus, Android Samsung Smartphone

He’s going to want plenty of selfies with his baby and a selfie stick tripod will help to make those photos come out great.

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31. Dad BBQ Tools

Dad BBQ Grill Set with Carry Case - 4-Piece Includes Spatula, Tongs, Digital Thermometer, Basting Brush and Case - Great Gift for Father's Day, Dad's Birthday or Anytime for Dad

If he’s going to be the king of the grill he’s going to need the right tools to do it. This BBQ tool set has everything he’ll need for the perfect BBQ.

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32. Dad Coffee Mug

Dad Mug Father's Day Gifts - Coffee Mugs for worlds best dad from Daughter or Son - Birthday Present Ideas for Fathers - 11oz cup with Unique Prints on Both Sides

We know dad is going to be drinking more coffee, so why not give him a new mug? There are plenty of dad mugs to choose from including this one that includes all “dad nutrition facts”.

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33. “Gift Certificate” for a Dad Day

If you’re looking for a push present for dad and are still stumped about what to give him, you can make a gift certificate for his very own “dad day”. It could be a coupon for no diaper changes for the day or a day out…whatever you think he would like best.

34. Funny Dad T-shirt

Mens Dad Battery Low Funny Sarcastic Graphic Tired Parenting Fathers Day T Shirt (Light Heather Grey) - M

Since dad will likely be on low battery status once the baby is born, this t-shirt is perfect.

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35. Baby Handprint Kit

Baby Handprint and Footprint Makers Kit Keepsake For Newborn Boys & Girls, Baby Girl Gifts & Baby Boy Gifts, New Mom Baby Shower Gifts, Baby Milestone Picture Frames Baby Registry, Nursery Decor

Who said dads can’t be sentimental too? This baby handprint kit is the perfect gift for a dad who wants to remember his baby’s first days.

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With all of these gifts to choose from, you’re bound to find the perfect one. Remember, you’re already giving him the best gift of all…his new baby.