Two main life events allow you to “register” for much-needed items that your friends and loved ones will gift to you—your wedding and the arrival of your first child. I’m going out on a limb and say you might like a do-over with your wedding registry. That cake platter looked really nice (I’m sure that one cake that went on it looked nice as well), but I bet it’s collecting dust right now.

Guess what, Dads? It’s your lucky day, and you get a second chance.

We’re here to help you make the most of your opportunity. We have some items to add to your baby registry that will make life as a dad a little bit easier.

 

Daddy 101 – Parenting Books

You received the great news that a bundle of joy is coming. If only babies came with their own instruction manual, that would make parenthood a piece of cake. In reality, it’s full of trial and error – a sort of on-the-job training. While nothing fully prepares you for parenthood, get a headstart with some light reading. If nothing else, it’ll make your wife happy.

Video Monitor

You’ve put your baby down for a nap or for the night; now it’s time to catch the last few minutes of the big game. However, the moment the door closes, the questions start. Did they actually fall asleep? Are they breathing? That last one may seem crazy, but at some point, your wife will ask you. You have two choices: you can open the squeaky door and try to army crawl in and out without disturbing anything or anyone, or you can check the baby monitor. With The Hubble Connected Nursery View Video Monitor, you can check on your baby without missing a minute of the game, or better yet, you can check in while you’re at the game.

Hatch Sound Machine

Ah, the sound machine—a parent’s secret to helping babies go to sleep faster and stay asleep longer. The Hatch Rest 2nd Gen sound machine also has a night light, helping parents avoid stepping on that squeaky toy that was left on the floor. The best thing about the Hatch Baby is that it will grow with your child and function as a sleep trainer when they graduate to a big kid bed.

Baby Carrier

When it’s time to give your wife a break while also getting some hands-free baby-bonding time, strap on the Tactical Baby Carrier that comes in manly colors like “black camo” and “ranger green.” Finally, a carrier that seems like it was made just for Dad.

Hiking Backpack Carrier

If you take your toddler on a hike that will last longer than the seven minutes until they beg to walk on their own, you won’t want to get stuck on the trail without a hiking backpack carrier. The hiking backpack will keep you from hearing “My legs are tired” on repeat and will give your little one the perfect perch to take in all the sights your hike has to offer.

Diaper Bag Backpack

We’ve all been there, guys; you’re out on the town with your babe, I mean your baby, and that pacifier hits the ground. You open the wife’s tote-style diaper bag to find the backup binky. After five minutes, all you have found is a half-eaten granola bar, that outfit the baby outgrew three months ago, and a half-used tube of butt paste.

If you’re looking for a bag that isn’t a bottomless pit, check out the HighSpeed Daddy Diaper Bag Backpack. It has room for everything you need while keeping it all within reach in its own compartment.

Hands-Free Bottle Holder

Midnight feedings are not just for mom—or so my wife says. Whether it’s your daddy duty or an occasional fill-in, the Hand Free Bottle Holder will allow you to keep the feeding going and keep your hands free to make sure your fantasy team is in order.

Dad Uniform

Make your family’s insta photos legendary in one in these Michael Scott approved matching outfits. You’ll have your family and friends begging for more.

Fan Gear

Whether you’re sporting your cheese hat, putting your fins up, or cheering on Da Bears, get your little fan game day ready in one of these team favorites.

Hands-Free Hooded Towel

As you can tell, we love hands-free things in our household. (With four kids in our home, it’s helpful to have an extra hand or two!) Post-bathtime is no different. This cozy hands-free towel is a lifesaver when mom is out, and you’re on your own for bathtime.

Coffee Mug

For the dad, whose best part of waking up is Folgers, this is the mug that will keep that quick-brewed goodness warm until the last drop. After a sleepless night, there is nothing like a cup of hot coffee. It’s the one you usually make when you first wake up but finish by noon after microwaving multiple times. These mugs will keep your cup of joe warm until you finally remember you made it.

Books

One of my favorite times of the day is the few minutes after the kids are in bed, but before they head off to dreamland. From the comfort of their bed, we have worked at construction sites, traveled on a steam train, and learned why Dragons should never eat spicy salsa. Reading together is our favorite way to wrap up the day.

After you’ve added all of your dad essentials to your registries (but before your wife’s friend sends out those invitations to that co-ed baby shower all your buddies are pumped they’re invited to), make sure they know to send your guests to RegistryFinder.com. We make it so easy that even your 40-year-old bachelor friend Allen will be able to find your registries.

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