10 Father’s Day Gift Ideas for Dads Trying to Chill
Dads with ADHD rarely get enough time to unwind and tune out. These gifts can help fathers do that with treats and activities that inspire mindful “me time.” From gardening to cooking to golfing, this gift guide is brimming with restorative ideas.
Waterproof bluetooth speaker, a gift idea for dads with ADHD
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Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
$19.99
Dads revel in their dad songs. With this waterproof speaker, they can unwind and sing along to all the Grateful Dead or Dave Matthews they desire by the pool, on the beach, or even inside on rainy days. The speaker is designed to handle rough weather, water splashes, and spills, which are admittedly common in ADHD families. Once charged, the speaker can play for 20 hours continuously. Soon, dad’s playlist will become your family’s favorite (or most cringe-inducing) soundtrack.
Stylish Carhartt lunch cooler, a gift idea for dads with ADHD
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Carhartt Lunch Cooler
$29.50
This stylish Carhartt lunch cooler delivers delicious relaxation to every sideline and cookout. Not only is it compact and portable, but it’s also tough and durable, making this cooler perfect for bringing snacks to a baseball game and sausages to the neighborhood cookout. It’s large enough to hold six beverage cans and its zippered compartments keep food cold for up to six hours.
Chipping golf net and mat, a gift idea for dads with ADHD
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Golf Practice Net
$39.99
Believe it or not, some dads find golf more meditative than maddening. If yours loves the links but struggles to carve out tee times, consider this chipping net and mat so he can tune his swing and relax right at home. The front side of the net features multiple pockets to improve chipping accuracy, while the back side is ideal for long-distance training. A chipping mat covered in short and long turf provides different practice terrains, and the included 12 foam balls are designed to mimic real golf balls — but with less potential household damage.
Three-step knife sharpening kit, a gift idea for dads with ADHD
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Knife Sharpening Kit
$11.49
Chefs and foodies will appreciate this three-step knife sharpener kit and its three-slot system for easily restoring knife blades. The first slot repairs and straightens damaged blades; the second slot sharpens blades and restores the knife’s shape, and the third slot polishes and removes burrs on the metal blade. It even comes with a cut-resistant glove to prevent injury while dad methodically, mindfully falls into the trance of knife sharpening.
Magnetic wristband for tools, a gift idea for dads with ADHD
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Magnetic Wristband
$15.93
Handy dads embrace home-improvement projects, but not the task of keeping tabs on every screw, nail, drill bit, and washer. For dads who relax by tinkering and repairing, this is a practical and thoughtful gift. This magnetic wristband saves time and solves the question of “Where did I put that?” The adjustable, nylon strap is embedded with 10 magnets to securely hold the tiniest fasteners (think: rivets, nuts, washers, and anchors) so dad can focus on his DIY project without frustration or extra trips to the hardware store.
Deluxe hot sauce making kit, a gift idea for dads with ADHD
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Deluxe Hot Sauce Making Kit
$37.99
Adventurous dads eager to spice things up will dig into this deluxe hot sauce making kit. The set-up includes everything to create three custom sauces, such as a variety of chili peppers, spices, vinegar, recipes, instructions, and all-important gloves. Ph strips test hot sauce spice levels.
Soft matching pajama set, a gift idea for dads with ADHD
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Pajama Set
$19.98
Dads, even those who struggle to quiet their ADHD minds for sleep, will find it hard to resist this lightweight, soft, matching pajama set (that includes pockets!). Afterall, sleep is the optimal form of mindfulness. So, if Dad wants to lounge in his pajamas all day, encourage the impulse toward self-care in this set that could pass for a casual shirt and shorts outfit.
Slip-on loafers by CASMAG, a gift idea for dads with ADHD
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Slip-On Loafers
$25.99
Penn Holderness once told us that people with ADHD hate shoes. But has he tried these slip-on loafers by CASMAG? We doubt it. The canvas shoes are comfortable enough to wear as slippers inside but dapper enough to transition to an outdoor function. The shoe’s rubber, anti-skid soles will prevent slips on wet surfaces, making them ideal deck shoes. They also come in nine different colors.
4-in-1 stainless steel insulated cooler, a gift idea for dads with ADHD
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Insulated Can or Bottle Cooler
$16.95
A handy companion on any peaceful fishing or hiking trip, this 4-in-1 stainless steel insulated can or bottle cooler is light enough to take anywhere. Simply screw off the rubber top and place a 12 or 16 oz. can, or a 12 oz. bottle in it or use it as a cup. The double-walled insulated cooler keeps drinks cold and snug even on the back of a riding lawn mower.
Airpods adapter device, a gift idea for dads with ADHD
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AirPods Adapter
$34.97
Frequent flyers recommend this AirPods adapter for conjuring friendlier skies. By plugging this cord into the airplane’s audio jack, travelers can connect their Bluetooth earbuds to the TV and seamlessly unwind into a movie. A single charge allows for more than 20 hours of use. This device isn’t exclusive to airplane TVs — dads can use it with gaming devices, gym equipment, and more.
