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When is Father’s Day 2025? Plus baby-friendly ways to celebrate Dad’s first one

Cradlewise Staff
If you’ve recently welcomed a baby into the world, chances are you’ve barely had time to figure out what day of the week it is, let alone when Father’s Day 2025 is happening. But here’s the good news: we’ve got you covered.
Father’s Day is a sweet reminder to pause, celebrate, and honor the dads (and dad-figures) who show up with love, support, and diaper-changing skills that deserve a standing ovation. And if this is his first one ever? Cue the happy tears because there’s something extra special about that very first Father’s Day as a parent.
So, when is Father’s Day 2025 exactly? This year, it falls on Sunday, June 15th. And whether you’re running on coffee and contact naps or have a plan (kind of) in place, we’ve rounded up some easy, baby-friendly ways to make Dad’s first one feel truly memorable.
Best Father’s Day gift ideas for 2025
1. A snuggly start to the day
There’s no need for balloons and banners (unless you want them!)—just start the morning with a cozy cuddle session in bed. Maybe babies on “Happy 1st Father’s Day!” onesie, or maybe you’re all just basking in the sweet chaos of early parenthood. Either way, it sets the tone for a day filled with connection.
2. First-time dad gifts with heart
You can’t go wrong with a personalized keepsake. Think: baby handprint art, a framed photo of Dad’s first skin-to-skin moment, or a book titled “Why We Love Daddy.” These first-time dad gifts don’t need to be fancy, they just need to feel meaningful.
Bonus: They’re just as emotional for you as they are for him.
3. DIY Father’s Day photoshoot
Set up a mini photoshoot at home (think: soft lighting, baby in dad’s arms, maybe even matching outfits). Capture the unfiltered, real-life moments, baby yawns, forehead kisses, mid-laughter snaps. These are the photos that will live on your fridge and in your heart for years.
4. The gift of rest (yes, really)
Let’s not underestimate the joy of a good nap. Give dad a chance to sleep in (or sneak in an uninterrupted nap) while you and baby enjoy a stroller walk or snuggle session. In this season of life, rest is a luxury and a surprisingly perfect Father’s Day gift idea.
5. Favorite treats, served with love
Even if the baby isn’t ready to help make pancakes just yet, you can surprise dad with his favorite breakfast or sweet treat. Add a handmade card from your baby (“typed” by you, of course) and maybe a “#1 Dad” mug to bring it all together.
6. A memory jar for the journey ahead
Grab a jar and fill it with little notes: your favorite moments of dad as a new parent, hopes for the future, or baby’s imagined thoughts (“Thanks for the epic burping skills, dad!”). It’s a simple way to mark this milestone and start a sweet new tradition.
7. Low-key family time
Sometimes, the best way to celebrate Father’s Day 2025 is by simply spending time together. A lazy afternoon walk, movie night at home, or just passing the baby back and forth while you eat snacks on the couch? All valid. All wonderful.
8. “Dad and Me” storytime ritual
Gift him a stack of books to read with your baby—some classics, some silly, and maybe one with a special message inside from you. Even if a baby is just drooling on the pages right now, these moments become the building blocks of their bond (and your future bedtime routine).
9. A playlist made just for him
Curate a personalized “Dad & Baby” playlist filled with songs that remind you of this season—some sentimental, some funny, maybe even a lullaby cover of his favorite band. Music has a way of making memories stick, and this little soundtrack will grow with your family.
10. A “first-year” time capsule
Put together a small box with mementos from dad’s first year of parenthood—hospital bracelet, a favorite onesie, a scribbled note from you. Seal it with a letter and a future-open date. It’s the kind of gift that won’t just bring tears now but will become a cherished keepsake for years to come.
Conclusion
At the end of the day, Father’s Day 2025 is all about celebrating the amazing, sometimes chaotic, but always heartwarming journey of fatherhood. Whether it’s snuggling up in bed, taking a nap (yes, really!), or simply spending time together, these moments are what will make Dad’s first Father’s Day unforgettable. It’s not about perfection, just about being together and making memories in your own sweet way. So here’s to all the dads out there—thank you for being the real-life superheroes, even when you’re running on caffeine and cuddles. Happy first Father’s Day!