ALT-2 First Fathers Day Gift Ideas
It is an exciting occasion for the new Dad to anticipate his first Father’s day. This is a fantastic opportunity to set the style for future years to come. As baby is obviously far too young to make a conscious decision whether to buy a gift or see the whole thing as commercial exploitation, it is inevitable that any gift baby chooses will not in fact be their choice, and may in fact be against their better judgement.
The best way to ensure that baby approves of any gift choice you make is to elect for something within their budget range, which is probably under $1, and can be held up in front of baby to see if there is any sign of gurgling appreciation of your choice. See if it elicits a smile which is definitely not wind, or if the only response is a disdainful raspberry blown from baby’s lips.
This is an excellent way to avoid the debt trap of baby choosing an outrageously expensive present which Dad will then come to expect each year, when he is most likely funding the gift himself by giving the child pocket money for any such purchases.
It is the thought, rather than the expense, which counts. A pleasantly wrapped gift from baby will give more pleasure to the new Dad on his first Father’s day than any other kind. Baby will thoroughly enjoy helping to rip the wrapping paper off if it is old enough to do so, or even just watch Dad do it if too young to get stuck in.
Think what baby would choose as a gift and don’t let yourself confuse the issue by giving the new Dad something you would like him to have, or something he actually wants, but put the baby's choice first. An individually wrapped Rusk is an excellent choice, as is a jar of baby food which is now all the rage for weight conscious adults, showing babies finger is on the touch of current affairs. A photograph of baby for the new Dad to carry in his wallet will always be appreciated.
A pair of disposable gloves will cause amusement and express how thoughtful baby is when it comes to the unpleasantness Dad endures at diaper changing time. Baby would appreciate the fun which could be inflicted on his new Dad by a bell it can ring to bring Dad running to attend to its every whim, and can be used later on to clang beside Dad’s ear every time he tries to take a nap.
These ideas can be used to bring a new element to first Father’s day gifts as obviously Dad will get far more enjoyment from sharing baby’s enthusiasm for these things than he would ever get out of a set of brand new golf clubs. It sets the tone nicely for home made gifts in the future saving a great deal of money all round, which after all is probably coming from Dad’s own wallet in the first place.
