Gallery: Father's Day Gift Guide: 12 Perfect Presents for Stay-at-Home Dads
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If dad’s passenger list is limited to one, there is no better seat for his sidekick than this carbon-fiber conveyance. This [Scandinavian Side Bike](http://www.scandinaviansidebike.com/sidecar.html) has seatbelts, and the padding inside can be removed and used as a changing mat. It gets better in the winter: You detach the sidecar from its pivot bearing, pop off the wheels, and it turns into a sled. $1,580 and up.
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The day is finally over. The kids are in bed, probably using the iPad under the sheets, but no matter. It’s time for dad to request some jams for Alexa and kick back on this stately [Spencer leather recliner](http://www.westelm.com/products/spencer-wood-framed-recliner-h1206/) from West Elm. Propped up on ash legs, its top-grain leather cushions provide the perfect throne for late-night Netflix. $1,599
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That family photo dad took at the beach last year is a classic, but it’s a pain to scroll through a seemingly endless camera roll to find it. Go old-school and teach the kids a bit about photography instead. If dad’s got a Polaroid SX-70 or 600 laying around, load it up with [Impossible Project film](https://us.impossible-project.com/collections/film) and turn future photos into instant prints. $19.50 to $24.50
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Staying at home all day means dad can finally grow out the majestic beard he’s always wanted. That doesn’t mean the kids need to acquire abrasions every time they lean in for a hug. Keep his face-mane smooth and silky with this here tonic. [Kiehl's Nourishing Beard Oil](http://www.kiehls.com/nourishing-beard-grooming-oil/KHL810.html?dwvar_KHL810_size=1.0%20fl.%20oz.%20Bottle). $27
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The multi-colored, app-controllable [Lifx LED bulbs](http://www.lifx.com/) don’t even need a hub. You screw them into a light socket, connect them to your home Wi-Fi with a mobile app, and you can group them together or control them independently. Better get two of these: One for dad, and another for the kids. It’ll make a nice night light. $30 to $60 each.
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Dad needs a mug of coffee first thing in the morning, so why not help him beat the summertime heat before the day gets crazy? [OXO's cold-brew creator](https://www.amazon.com/OXO-Grips-Coffee-Maker-Clear/dp/B00JVSVM36) works overnight, slowly steeping your coffee grounds to create a low-acid, high-caffeine concentrate that keeps in the fridge for a week. $50
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Dad has allergies, and junior’s stroller is right at car-exhaust level. Wynd's flashlight-like portable [air purifier](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/882633450/wynd-the-smartest-air-purifier-for-your-personal-s) can be tucked inside a stroller or a car’s cupholder, and it filters out everything from cat dander to car emissions to pollen and spores. The air-quality sensor on it is detachable, and dad can wear it around town to gauge how clean the air is.
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Taking that cooler to the park is a two-handed job, and dad’s arms need a break from all that human-playground duty. The [Yeti Hopper](http://yeticoolers.com/coolers/shop-by-category/hopper-series/) can sling across dad’s shoulder like a laptop bag, and it’ll keep ice icy for the full day. It’s sturdily built, it doesn’t leak, and depending on the size you get, it can hold up to 40 (root) beers. $300 to $400
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Dad doesn’t even have to wait until the baby can walk to start honing his home-movie skills. This high-end [Infant Optics baby monitor](https://www.amazon.com/Infant-Optics-DXR-8-Monitor-Interchangeable/dp/B00ECHYTBI) comes with interchangeable lenses and remote-control pan and zoom features. You’ll need to buy the system’s wide-angle lens separately, but it’s a must for the most cinematic baby-monitor shots of all time. $167
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You know who loves noodles? Every kid in the world. You know who wants to learn how to make more kinds of noodles? Dad, probably. Everyone wants to add a kick-ass Pad Thai, curry udon, or drunken noodle dish to their repertoire. Helen Chen's book [*Easy Asian Noodles*](https://www.amazon.com/Easy-Asian-Noodles-Helen-Chen/dp/0470387556/) is full o’ slippery, slurpy recipes. $18
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Literally and figuratively, dad’s hands are full. The kids won’t settle down, and he’s making all those dang noodles. Amazon's voice-controlled [Echo](https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E) speaker is a can't-miss gift. Barking some commands to Alexa will let him set a timer, compile a shopping list, listen to some tunes, and order a pizza once the family gets really tired of noodles. $180
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As far as minivans go, the [Chrysler Pacifica](http://www.chrysler.com/en/pacifica/) is about as hip as it gets. In fact, if you squint, the hybrid family-mobile sorta looks like an SUV. Inside, options include deal-sweeteners like a seatback entertainment system, an 8.5-inch touchscreen console in the front, and a vacuum cleaner built into the back of the van. Starts at $28,595
