https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Wed, 27 May 2026 12:55:10 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/baby-shower-for-single-dad-what-would-you-gift#post-988594 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 17:02:16 +0000 Foodnerd81 988594@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@runsyellowlites: we had a friend in a similar situation- he and the mom are raising her together but he wanted to get his plae set up for baby even though she will be staying at moms in the beginning. We went with practical- diapers, wipes, and a target gift card. We didn't know what he wanted at home vs what he'd share with the mom but figured he can always find what he needs at target. We didn't have a Lo yet though at the time. </p> <p>I have to say good for him getting ready to take on as much responsibility as he can I'm guessing its a tough situation right now. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/baby-shower-for-single-dad-what-would-you-gift#post-988535 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 16:02:10 +0000 runsyellowlites 988535@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Thanks everyone! My sister (who doesn't have kids) kinda freaked about a higher dollar single item (the ergo) so I told her she couldn't go wrong with diapers &amp; a list of smaller must need items.... like the bottle drying rack, white noise machine, etc.</p> <p>From what I gathered the mom is involved, but he's looked to be an involved, on board dad too so he's getting his own house ready! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/baby-shower-for-single-dad-what-would-you-gift#post-988454 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 14:26:40 +0000 cmomma17 988454@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'd also want to stock him up with food/snacks for the early days </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/baby-shower-for-single-dad-what-would-you-gift#post-988453 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 14:25:07 +0000 cmomma17 988453@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My DH loves the baby bjorn the most. I'd give diapers, wipes, sleepers that zip and a Dad-specific book </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/baby-shower-for-single-dad-what-would-you-gift#post-988445 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 14:13:49 +0000 T.H.O.U. 988445@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Diaper genie. My husband hates the smell of poo! </p> <p>Also what about laundry detergent, stain remover, baby books, other stuff like that which a dad may not know about. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/baby-shower-for-single-dad-what-would-you-gift#post-988422 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 13:59:07 +0000 Bao 988422@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Diapers and wipes! You can never ever have too many. Other basic necessities he may not think about. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/baby-shower-for-single-dad-what-would-you-gift#post-988410 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 13:52:19 +0000 loveisstrange 988410@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>White noise machine, Dr Browns formula pitcher, NoseFrida, Ergo, Miracle Blanket/Swaddleme/etc... those random SUPER useful things thats a Mom would think about but a Dad wouldn't maybe know as much about. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/baby-shower-for-single-dad-what-would-you-gift#post-988408 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 13:51:05 +0000 mrsmate 988408@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>This is an interesting question bc I do think some dads prefer different gear. For instance, while I like the Ergo, DH likes our Deuter frame backpack carrier.</p> <p>My other suggestions:<br /> - bottle feeding supplies, like <a href="http://tinyurl.com/oucnzuv" rel="nofollow">http://tinyurl.com/oucnzuv</a> (you can pre-measure formula into different compartments, has a spout so you can pour it out later w/o making a mess) or a bottle drying rack<br /> - a souped-up diaper changing pad like <a href="http://tinyurl.com/q4fxhhp" rel="nofollow">http://tinyurl.com/q4fxhhp</a> (DH prefers shoving this + everything else he needs into a backpack, I like diaper bags w/lots of pockets to stay organized)<br /> - diapers, diapers, and more diapers </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/baby-shower-for-single-dad-what-would-you-gift#post-988407 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 13:49:43 +0000 mrbee 988407@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@runsyellowlites: If he doesn't have one, maybe a fellow parent could help him set one up! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/baby-shower-for-single-dad-what-would-you-gift#post-988405 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 13:46:44 +0000 autumnlove 988405@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Stroller frame, Ergo, diapers? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/baby-shower-for-single-dad-what-would-you-gift#post-988398 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 13:39:30 +0000 runsyellowlites 988398@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@mrbee: Idk... My sister didn't say. </p> <p>@Espion: I was actually going to suggest that too! :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/baby-shower-for-single-dad-what-would-you-gift#post-988392 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 13:33:41 +0000 Espion 988392@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>DH is pretty comfortable carrying E around in the Ergo with an infant insert. Kudos to whoever this is for taking that kind of responsibility. Maybe he should sign up for HB for MOTN advice. ;) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/baby-shower-for-single-dad-what-would-you-gift#post-988386 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 13:29:13 +0000 stargal 988386@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I like the baby carrier idea, that would be super helpful esp for a single dad! what about an ergo? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/baby-shower-for-single-dad-what-would-you-gift#post-988384 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 13:27:19 +0000 Smurfette 988384@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think a carrier is a great idea. Guys wouldn't think about that. Or A&amp;A blankets </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/baby-shower-for-single-dad-what-would-you-gift#post-988383 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 13:27:04 +0000 mrbee 988383@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Any chance he has a registry somewhere? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/baby-shower-for-single-dad-what-would-you-gift#post-988380 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 13:24:28 +0000 runsyellowlites 988380@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My sister just texted me that a friend of her SO's is getting ready to be a single dad &amp; is having a baby shower. She asked me to ask DH what her bf should get his friend &amp; DH said "a wife", but really he doesn't know what would really be needed as primary care giver (he's wonderf but puhlease).</p> <p>We both thought something for middle of the night wakings would be good but since I bf'd &amp; my solution (still) is just to give P the boob I really don't know what would be good.</p> <p>I also though some kind of baby carrier would be nice so he can wear baby during those wakings or while taking care of stuff around the house but what would be a good recommendation that's still reasonably priced?</p> <p>I know you ladies will have some great ideas so I thought I'd turn to the hive! TIA </p>