Did someone you know became a dad? That’s great! Fatherhood is a gift and provides numerous lifetime rewards. Unfortunately for the new father, sleep isn’t one of them. Neither is a lot of time to devote to his appearance or physical condition. So, if there’s a guy in your life who has become a father—especially for the first time—there are a few gifts that are especially appropriate. Here are three that he’ll surely appreciate.
Babies sleep, but not for long periods and often not when you want to sleep yourself. They also need to eat, and not always during adult mealtimes. Repeated 2 a.m. feedings can turn even the most hale and cheery fellow into a mumbling baggy-eyed zombie. A good cup of strong coffee can be a lifesaver on those mornings after a night spent warming formula, changing diapers, wiping away spit-up and singing Rock-a-Bye Baby to a baby who reacted as if Dad was singing Twistin’ the Night Away instead.
Dealing with a baby means staying home a lot, getting out of bed at various times of the night, having a lot of baby fluids spurting from various baby orifices onto you, and having very little time to do things like shower or put on pants. That’s why new dads spend a lot of time in bathrobes, sometimes even when they’re in a semi-public place like an elevator or a parking lot. Get that new dad a bathrobe that’s comfortable, warm, and good-looking.
That new dad may be a member of a local gym, but chances are he’s not spending a lot of time there. While dealing with a baby can be demanding physically, it’s nowhere near the same as a good workout. An exercise bike that folds up and can be stowed in a closet can quickly get those dad endorphins pumping again during baby’s nap time and won’t take up much room.
