For the legends who became dads around 35+
Eight years ago, at our first ultrasound, my wife (35) got labeled “advanced maternal age.” I was 40. I joked, “If she’s 35 and ‘geriatric,’ what does that make me?”
The tech smiled: “You’re an old dad.”
I laughed—and Old Daddin’ was born.
If women are labeled “geriatric” at 35+, then dads are Old Dads at around 35+. Own it.
What Old Daddin’ means
If you fathered a kid at 35 or later, you’re an Old Dad—whether folks mistake you for Grandpa at pickup or you’re rocking late-in-life dad vibes on purpose. We’re here to flip that label into a badge of pride.
- Old Dad = ~35+ when you became a father
- Grandpa mix-ups? Take the compliment
- Late-start energy: patience, perspective, presence
- Show up on purpose: steady, resourceful, elite dad jokes
- Unbothered confidence: trends fade—love doesn’t
Why Old Dads make great dads
You’ve lived a little. You know what matters. You’re not rattled by meltdowns, and you make time on purpose.
- Patience on lock — small storms don’t shake you
- Perspective > panic — you keep the main thing the main thing
- Stability & wisdom — more life under your belt, more ground under theirs
- Intentional time — presence over hustle, always
What we make
Gear that tells the story at a glance—bold, simple, proud. From the Old Daddin’ Hat to kid tees and onesies that set the record straight (“He’s Dad, Not Grandpa”), everything is designed to make you smile and spark a nod of recognition.
Old Daddin’ isn’t just a brand; it’s a community—a community of dads who’ve been there, done that, and wear the title of "Old Dad" with pride.
It’s built from sweat, hustle, and the love of fatherhood, proving that age is just a number when it comes to being a great dad.
So next time you see a dad rocking the Old Daddin’ patch or hat, know it’s more than just gear. It’s a symbol. A way of life. A badge of honor, built by old dads for old dads everywhere. And with a little more hustle and a lot of heart, Old Daddin’ is just getting started.
