There’s nothing quite like a first Father’s Day—a mix of sleepless nights, baby snuggles, and a heart that’s grown ten sizes (incredible, right?!) It’s a milestone worth celebrating with something thoughtful, fun and perhaps something that’ll get a giggle!
Whether he’s a diaper-changing pro, a lullaby legend, or just figuring it all out one bottle at a time, these first Father’s Day gift ideas from baby will help you and your little one show him just how much he’s appreciated.
From sentimental keepsakes to handprint crafts, we’ve rounded up the perfect picks to make his very first Dad’s Day one to remember.
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Personalised Father’s Day Gifts For Babies
Here are some cute DIY Father’s Day baby crafts personalised with their tiny finger or footprints, or a photo . They’ll take a bit of patience, but will be well worth the effort and make super adorable first Father’s Day gifts for Dad.
Daddy & Me Fingerprint Coffee Cup
Papa Bear Free Handprint Craft Template
Download this cute handprint template and make a frame-worthy piece of artwork and cute DIY first Father’s Day gift.
Download our free printable here
Fingerprint Heart Poem (Free Printable)
A FREE DIY Father’s Day Printable
This easy Father’s Day Craft for infants will make a great keepsake and decoration for your home. Simply print out the template and add two of your baby’s footprints to make a heart shape.
(Print a few as it may take a few attempts to get it right! I speak from experience….)
Visit A Daily Dose of Mom for detail instructions
Blowing Kisses Fathers Day Card & Gift
I love this sweet Father’s Day card – it’ll work best with older babies that are able to “wave” or similar. Have your baby sitting near a favorite toy that they’re going to want to try and reach and then get snappy with your phone or camera.
First Father’s Day Crafts For Babies
Can babies craft, I hear you say?! Well, you will be most of the heavy lifting here, but there’s no reason your infant can’t get involved in a little finger (or hand, or perhaps feet…) painting!
There are a few process art projects here where you can allow your baby, if older than 6 months, the opportunity to play with paint (baby-safe of course) which you will then turn into a masterpiece for Dad on this first Father’s Day.
DIY Word Canvas Art Project
“Dad” Craft For Father’s Day
You’re going to have to start this craft off, by writing the word “DAD” onto a large piece of card. Using washi tape may be a little challenging with a young infant, but instead you could cut out the “DAD” and then use large stickers to decorate. A fun first time Dad gift idea and sensory activity for baby.
For more details, check out The Gingerbread House
Finger Paint Art: “I Love You Daddy”
Other Cute DIY First Father’s Day Gifts & Cards
Here are some more cute Father’s Day baby crafts and gift ideas – you may need to do most of the heavy lifting, but it’s a fun and semi-productive way to create something unique for that special first time Dad.
Recycled Paper Seed Bombs
If your baby is nearing their first birthday, they may be able to hep you make these recycled paper seed bombs – a cute 1st Father’s Day gift for a green fingered Dad. Click the link for the tutorial and free printable label.
Check out the full tutorial at Play Learn Inspire
FREE Printable Father’s Day 3D Monkey Card
Your little one is sure to love hanging with Dad so why not make this cute card for Dad on his first Father’s Day. Thanks to the free template and video tutorial it won’t take long and will make an adorable DIY Father’s Day gift from baby.
Download the free printable from Swagger Grabber
Personalised First Father’s Day Gifts To Buy
If you want to try to cast your baby’s foot or handprint in clay as a first Father’s Day gift, a craft kit is the way to go. Alternatively, there are plenty of other unique Father’s Day gift ideas available to buy online in this section.
Clean Touch Babyprint Ink Pad
Designed specifically for newborns, this no-touch ink pad is a fantastic choice for a first Father’s Day gift. Forget paint – this baby ink print set promises no mess whatsoever.
Buy the No Mess Baby Ink Pad
First Father’s Day Bodysuit
How cute is this first Father’s Day bodysuit. A simple gift idea that you can use day after day.
Buy the Father’s Day bodysuit here
Baby Hand and Footprint Kit with frame
This set comes with baby-safe clay to cast your little one’s hand and footprints in to, plus a stamp to print baby’s name and birth year. The clay cast goes into a frame with space for two photos also. What a lovely first Father’s Day gift idea!
Buy the Baby Hand and Footprint Kit here
No. 1 Dad Fridge Magnet Photo Frame
Add a picture of your little one and you have a cute gift for Dad that he can stick on the fridge.Buy the No. 1 Dad Fridge Magnet Photo Frame here
First Fathers Day Picture Frame
Or try this photo frame as a Father’s Day gift from baby.
Buy the first Father’s Day picture frame
Baby Ornament Keepsake Kit
Another clay casting kit but this time to make a hanging ornament which can be displayed throughout the year on the stand provided.
Click here to buy the Little Hippo Baby Ornament Keepsake Kit
First Father’s Day Bracelet Gift
Why not give Dad a wood and tiger eye bracelet, complete with a lovely first Father’s Day message.
Buy the first Father’s Day bracelet here
Funny First Father’s Day Card
Skip the gift, this first Father’s Day card says it all!
Buy this hilarious card here
Baby Keepsake Hand Casting Kit
This baby-safe, non-toxic, and really simple to use kit comes with everything you need to create the perfect cast of your baby’s hand or foot. Recommended for babies up to 9 months old, you’ll be able to capture every detail of those gorgeous little hands and feet, creating such a precious keepsake for Dad on this first Father’s Day.
Try the Luna Bean Foot & Hand Casting Kit
Enjoy these fun Father’s Day crafts & activities—perfect for kids of all ages!
- 41 Easy Father’s Day Crafts for Little Kids
- 35+ Adorable Handprint Father’s Day Gifts & Ideas
- 50+ Easy DIY Father’s Day Gifts For Kids To Make Dad
- “I Have A Hero…” – Dad Writing Worksheet For Father’s Day
- Free “Coolest Dad” Color-In Card for Father’s Day
- Free “All About My Dad/Grandpa” Printables
- “Dad Is…” {All About My Dad Free Printable Color-in Card}
- 10 Free “All About Dad” Write & Color Printables
- “I Have a Hero” Cards for Dad & Grandpa {Free Printable}
- FREE Printable “Cut, Stick & Color Dad/Grandpa” Activity
- 2 Free Printable Superhero Cards for Dad For Birthday or Father’s Day
Looking for more crafts & activities for kids? We’ve got plenty of ideas here!
