15 Gift Ideas For Dads He’ll Actually Use!
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Dads are notoriously hard to shop for! If you’re hoping to avoid buying yet another tie this year, you’re in the right place! I hope there’s a Christmas gift idea that inspires you on this list!
If you haven’t checked out my gift guide for husbands, you can check it out here! There isn’t any overlap so it’s very possible the perfect gift exists on that list!
So I made my own list! Here are 15 Christmas present ideas for dads that he may actually use!
Camping Gear!
Bring dad back to his Cub Scout days! Even if you are camping in the backyard, most dads love the time outdoors and the challenges of setting up a tent and cooking over a fire. Help him access his inner caveman with these gift ideas!
This chair won’t take up tons of room in your car or garage and is great for camping, tailgating, or just hanging out with the neighbors!
This set is perfect for cooking over a fire, whether it’s a campfire in the middle of nowhere or a propane grill in a stadium parking lot!
There’s plenty of room in this tent for everyone! And it claims it’s quick setup so feel free to get out your stopwatch and see if the dad in your life can beat the pros.
A New Outfit!
I know, I said no socks. But dads aren’t always the most…stylish. Make it easier by grabbing him a full outfit, a stylish coat to replace his sports team windbreaker, or a t-shirt that didn’t come from a cannon at a basketball game.
As chic as a hoodie under a windbreaker is, upgrade dad to an actual winter jacket this year. He can shovel snow in style!
Skip the ratty t-shirt and give dad a shirt that mom will love. And you won’t be embarrassed when he leaves the house in it.
Baby Gear!
If that dad you’re shopping for is a new dad, he may not yet have baby gear that makes it easier to take his little one on adventures!
A jogging stroller is a great addition for dads who like bumpier walks or jogging! He needs something durable!
I don’t necessarily think dads need diaper bags that are made JUST for dads but I do think having two diaper bags makes it much easier to get out the door! It’s great to have a back up and the items inside can be tailored to the type of outing!
For the Car Guy…
Moms always seem to have wipes, snacks, and everything else you may need in the trunk. Let’s upgrade dad’s ride for both him and his passengers.
The perfect combination of technology and cars, this car seat camera is perfect for nervous dads who want to keep an eye on the baby!
Get dad’s car just as stocked as mom’s with this trunk organizer. Snacks, activities, emergency supplies, and diapers can all easily fit in this trunk organizer!
This would be a great addition to a car gift basket for dads! Keep snack packets and all of the other pocket “treasures” off the floor.
Outdoor Games!
The weather outside may be frightful where you live but the sun will come out….eventually. Get the dad you love a life size lawn game! They’re a hit at parties and for some reason dads think they’re VERY cool.
Dad may technically not be able to use some of these but he will love setting up a family obstacle course or Field Day! Dads love gym class!