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15 Father’s Day Gifts for Sons Who Are Dads Too

Show him he's appreciated too.

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You’ve put in the work years ago, raising your son to one day be a great father to a great kid (or three)! Now that he is a dad too, you'll want to give him a new dad Father’s Day gift that perfectly encapsulates how proud you are of him, a great gift that’s both useful and thoughtful, with just a touch of nostalgia that will show him that you see how much he’s grown into this new, life-changing role.

There are plenty of great first Father’s Day gifts that he’ll surely love, but we thought long and hard about our own parenting journeys to source gifts that will help your son be a happier and more prepared papa. From toys that tap into his childhood nostalgia to essential tools for self-care so that he’s ready to face each new day, these are the best gifts to give your son this Father’s Day.

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Forevermore Portfolios 3-Ring Portfolio Organizer

3-Ring Portfolio Organizer
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From experience, we know that one of the keys to finding success and happiness as a father is the ability to stay organized and compartmentalize tasks, so that we can be present and in the moment with our child. This portfolio will help any young dad keep nearly everything in his life in order. It has space for a phone, tablet or even a 13-inch laptop. Plus, you get slots for business cards and a passport and it zips up for security.

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Mr. Coffee Electric Mug Warmer

Electric Mug Warmer

Our Kitchen Lab pros love this budget-friendly mug warmer that takes little space on a desk. It keeps drinks warm for hours and and can reach up to a maximum of 212°F. It's perfect for tired dads that forget to take a sip before tending to the baby.

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Intelex Triceratops Warmies Cozy Plush

Triceratops Warmies Cozy Plush

I have a few warmies of my favorite animals, including a red panda and this colorful dino, that I microwave and use to soothe aching pains and the occasional bout of existential dread about raising children in a scary world. Alternatively, you can freeze in a freezer bag for two hours for a cooling sensation.

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Jumbo Hitster, The Music Party Card Game

Hitster, The Music Party Card Game
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Having a kid can mean spending more nights in than out, but that doesn’t mean your son can’t still have a lot of fun! Hitster is my all-time favorite game to play with family and friends at home around the dinner table because it involves music trivia, name that tune, and a keen sense of time (when did that song come out?)

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HARLEM CANDLE CO. "Speakeasy" Luxury Candle

"Speakeasy" Luxury Candle

Okay, so he may not be frequenting many speakeasies right now, but after his kid drifts off to dreamland, your son can light this candle scented with notes of bourbon and tobacco, and be transported to a chill jazz club with an adult beverage in hand…and exhale after a long day of daddy-ing.

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Playmobil Volkswagen T1 Camping Bus

Volkswagen T1 Camping Bus
Now 32% Off
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Long before my firstborn kiddo became a LEGO builder, she was obsessed with Playmobil sets and figures. Many of my fondest memories of fatherhood involve playing make-believe with Playmobil people on the floor with my girl. Children ages 5 and up can help build the finished camper, which measures out to 4 inches long and 5 inches tall.

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Naomi Cooking After-Cooking Hand Scrub

After-Cooking Hand Scrub
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Help dad get that garlic, meat, seafood and onion smell off his hands before playing with his kid(s) with this fragrance-free after-cooking hand scrub that neutralizes food odors, restores skin, and gets his hands squeaky clean.

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New Dad, Same Bad Jokes

New Dad, Same Bad Jokes
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The time has come for you to pass down the tradition of pun-tastic dad jokes by giving your son this compendium of hilariously bad jokes all about the messy and sleepless first year of fatherhood. In this book, you get 365 puns, one-liners, helpful dad tips and prompts to document any milestone moments.

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Printique Acrylic Photo Block

Acrylic Photo Block
Now 77% Off
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This year, design and make a unique keepsake from photographs of your son and his child. Printique can turn any image into almost anything, from coasters to striking acrylic blocks, and metal prints to fabric photo books he'll cherish forever. Just upload the pics on to Printique, and they'll guide you through the rest.

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Birdfy Smart Bird Bath with Camera

Smart Bird Bath with Camera

If you're prepared to splurge on a special gift for him this year, give your son and his child (and the family cats) the joy of watching birdies bathing and drinking in this ingenious bird bath with an HD camera that notifies when feathered friends arrive and IDs them, too!

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Dreo Smart Tower Fan

Smart Tower Fan

Help your son stay cool when being a dad has him sweating the small stuff. With voice and app controls, he won't have to move a muscle to adjust the settings after his kiddo falls asleep on him during story time.

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elias eells Cocktails and Consoles Recipe Book

Cocktails and Consoles Recipe Book
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If your son fancies himself a mixologist and a gamer, this colorful book will level up his game nights with 75 clever cocktail and mocktail recipes inspired by video games like The Oregon Trail, Resident Evil, and Stardew Valley.

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RUGGED & DAPPER Daily Power Scrub Face Wash

Daily Power Scrub Face Wash
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I feel more prepared to begin days with gusto and sleep soundly every night, thanks to a simple skin care regimen — and I bet your son will, too. This daily face scrub gently exfoliates, but it also contains hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and aloe vera.

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PFF FLYERS Center Hi Vintage

Center Hi Vintage
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Whether he’s still ballin’ on the court or just wants a fresh pair of kicks for date nights when you volunteer to babysit his kiddo, these hip P.F. Flyers make for a great Father’s Day gift for any young dad. Get them in three colors, in men's sizes 4/5 to 15.

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bookshop Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day

Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day
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With this game-changing eBook that I've been using to bake bread for years, your grandchild will grow up knowing what real, homemade, fresh bread tastes like — with no kneading needed — and that'll set the table for an idyllic childhood. And these reusable Nectar & Nest bread bags will help him keep his loaves fresh.

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Jeff Bogle
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Jeff is a dad of two daughters, an avid traveler, a photographer, an author and a freelance writer who lives in the suburbs of Philadelphia with his wife and their cats. In addition to Good Housekeeping, he's written for Parents, Fodor's, Food and Wine, Real Simple and Reader’s Digest, among other print and online publications. Jeff is the publisher of the quarterly literary magazine, Stanchion, and his book, Streets Cats and Where to Find Them, will be published by Running Press in the Summer of 2025.

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