The best gifts for new dads

Made from soft stretch cotton which is gentle on baby's skin, the Skin to Skin Top is a great way for dad to bond with baby. It's suitable to use from birth, and has wrap ties that offer a flexible fit, and is designed for dads to enjoy snuggling their newborns while keeping their hands free.

Whether he's a dab hand in the kitchen or can barely cook beans on toast, there's no denying that a new Dad is likely to be spending more time in the kitchen while Mum's recovering. So both parents might be thankful for a New Parents Meal Box from COOK. These frozen meals are cooked fresh and by hand so they're nutritious and tasty, but they can also go straight from freezer to oven so they're perfect for time-poor, exhausted Dads who want to make sure they're still providing healthy meals for all the family.

Our Digital Writer, Rebecca, tried them out with her family and praised the quality of the ingredients and flavours, as well as the ease. "Not only was the COOK Roasted Vegetable Lasagne far better than any other 'ready meal' I've ever had, it was better than any restaurant version, and certainly better than I could make myself." Her husband favoured the meatier option of the Beef Bourguignon which he noted was "incredibly rich and full of flavour. You can really taste the wine and it definitely seems as if it's been made with care, and without scrimping on ingredients."

New Parents can also get 10% off COOK meals for 12 months so they can stock up the freezer for those days and nights when they run out of time and energy to cook.

Have dad's favourite photo printed directly onto a stainless steel insert, protected by a leather case. The Personalised Metal Photo Keyring can be personalised with dad's name, and you can even have a message engraved onto the back of the photo plate.

One review said: "The product came quick and in a lovely little bag. The name is beautifully engraved on the leather and the picture looks fantastic - my husband loved it, really recommended. Wish I added an incision on the back of the plate too"

While dad will soon get used to drinking tea and coffee that have long since been hot, at least he can do it in style with this classic Emma Bridgewater mug, decorated with blue stars.

One review said: "A gorgeous product made to the highest quality. A beautiful gift for dads, absolutely loved this product."

Another review said: "Lovely mug!! It’s comfy to hold"

Some reviewers thought it was a bit experinsive, but we like that it's a good size, holding 1/2 pint of liquid, with a sturdy base and ergonomically-shaped handle to make it easy to hold. Mum can have a matching one too!

A lovely option for when you're heading on holiday, this Baylis and Harding Luxury Wash Bag Gift Set includes all the essentials Dad will need when on the move.

It includes a 100ml shampoo, 100ml hair & body wash, 50ml shower gel and 50ml aftershave balm. These may be small volume sizes, but they're perfect for traveling with, and fit nicely into the bag. We like the masculine scents and that they're suitable for vegans.

The washbag itself is very stylish with a rustic design and made from a tactile suede-like material, although, as one reviewer points out, this material may not be the most practical for a washbag.

There are so many books on Motherhood or Parenthood, but there are not many books focused on Fatherhood. This really useful and entertaining book, 'Fatherhood: The Truth' by Marcus Berkmann tells of all the trials and tribulations of becoming a new dad and is packed with side-splitting humour and handy advice.

One review said: "Best paternity book out of the three I have tried. Every page in this book is useful, whilst at the same time an enjoyable enough read to keep interesting. Very well put together and has sections on every area of concern for prospective dads. Humorous examples keep the pace of the book bubbling along nicely too."

Bring the pub to dad with his own Pub In a Box. With six craft beers for dad to choose from - including IPAs, pale and golden ales in 330ml bottles and cans - this gift set even comes with beer mats and its very own pub quiz, which is great fun! It also arrives in a lovely gift box that's shaped like a pub.

Give Dad (and Mum!) a real treat with this delicious doughnut selection box. The gift box includes a dark chocolate truffle doughnut and handmade raspberry jam doughnut, as well as an edible 'congratulations' topper.

The doughnuts are made using vegan sourdough and topped with indulgent garnishes such as chocolate ganache, tangy freeze dried raspberries and sweet vanilla glaze.

You can choose between a six pack or 12 pack.

This book combines expert advice from psychologists, midwives and obstetricians with a personal account of Fatherhood. If you are looking for a book that provides insights into pregnancy and the first few weeks of life as a dad, The Expectant Dad's Survival Guide: Everything You Need to Know by Rob Kemp is an excellent choice.

One review said: "Bought this for my husband's birthday, he's chuckled away at night ever since and reads about 30 pages each time as he cant put it down, for me it's a must-read as it helps them know that their thoughts and feelings during pregnancy are normal and their not alone. Great read and very interesting read."

This adorable set has ten wooden tokens, that are each personalised with your choice of an adventure that Daddy and his child can enjoy together. A special keepsake, the Personalised Adventures For Daddy And Me is a fun way to help choose what to do when spending time together.

One review said: "Order came quickly and looks exactly like the pictures. Extremely happy with the product and loved seeing my partner open it for his birthday. Perfect gift for him to use with our newborn when she's older."

If dad loves his car, then this Car Seat Organiser is a must. It's no secret that babies require a lot of products, and during car journeys, as they get older, they will need places to pop their drinks, snacks and toys to keep them entertained. Rather than having things thrown all over, you can keep essential baby products close by (such as wipes, muslins and spare nappies) and help your car stay tidy. one thing to note is that if you use a rear-fqacing car seat, it can't be placed behind it.

One review said: "I bought this for my Qashqai, and it fits neatly hanging off the front seat head rest in the back. I loved the fact it came with bin bags; nice touch."

Another review said: "Plenty of room when installed on the back of you car seats. Nice and compact and very safe to use. Hard wearing and water proof too. Well valued."

This complex blend of Brazilian and Honduran Arabica Coffee is a must for tired new parents. Fragrant, full-bodied and flavoursome, the F*cking Strong Coffee combines powerful notes of dark treacle, cocoa and liquorice for a delicious cup that dad is sure to savour.

One review said: "Fantastic coffee. I bought some a while ago as a gift for my partner but I ended up drinking it. Perfect for when three spoonful's of instant coffee in your cup isn't quite hitting the spot."
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Another review said:** "Very strong and good taste. Don't drink too many!"

One of the age-old debates has always been about who should do the cooking. Never is this truer than when you have a young family. Finding the time to cook delicious meals is often low on the priority list. This From Crook to Cook - The Snoop Dogg Cookbook is packed full of delicious recipes that will inspire any new dad to take the lead in the kitchen. Some might think the recipes are a bit basic, but we think this'll suit new dads who are sleep-deprived anyway!

Mother&Baby writer, Hannah James, said: " I wanted to inspire my husband to help with the household jobs without it turning into a disagreement. I saw this cookbook and I knew straight away that he would love it. As we all know, Snoop Dogg is iconic, but this cookbook is both practical and a fun gift."

The Dad Hoodie is a great replacement for a nappy bag for dads. It has six internal pockets which can hold essentials for Dad like phone, keys and wallet, as well as everything baby needs such as nappies, wipes, bottle and dummy. The Dad Hoodie is extremely lightweight and a great addition to any new dad's wardrobe.

Review: 'This is the Best thing EVER! I did give it to my son for Father’s Day, I stuffed it with all the necessities but, I think it’s great for anything. Amusement parks etc. with all these pockets! I love It! Hands free! Perfect and very well made!'

We love that this gift has a sense of humour but is at the same time super practical. We wish it was shower proof though.

This is a sweet book which dad will enjoy reading with baby. It's funny too because, more often than not, babies do say 'dada' first and so it makes a nice gift between partners to show there will be no hard feelings if 'mummy' is not baby's first word. A great book for all the family.

Review: 'It's cute and sweet. Ok don't really expect your babies first word to be Dada on reading it. But I have sent this to many an expectant/new father and it's at least brought joy to their sleep deprived souls. The drawings are simple and pleasant with some nice little extras thrown in.'