Are you preparing for a first birthday?

The first birthday is always so much fun and so exciting. It is a huge milestone for the little one but mom you can say you survived the first year!

When planning my kids first birthdays I struggled a little with gifts that I thought they would love. I mean after all they are only turning one so what could they really need or want, right? The struggle is real because at this point these little ones are just learning and exploring what is around them. I’ve been there and here are some of my go to ideas. They have not only been great choices for my own children, but other littles as we attend their birthday parties!

First Birthday Gift Ideas

Melissa & Doug First Play Chomp and Clack Alligator Wooden Push Toy and Activity Walker

 

1. This Chomp and Clack Alligator Push Toy is perfect for those first walkers and it is super sturdy and super fun!

Manhattan Toy Snuggle Pod Sweet Pea First Baby Doll with Cozy Sleep Sack for Ages 6 Months and Up

 

2. Your little one will love this Snuggle Pod and Plush Doll that includes a sweet little bedtime book for reading at nighttime.

Melissa & Doug Pretty Purse Fill and Spill: First Play Series + 1 Free Pair of Baby Socks Bundle [30496]

 

3. If you have a little girl this Melissa and Doug Pretty Purse has everything for a little girl on the go!

Junior Mickey Music Guitar 24

 

4. Your little one can entertain with music and sounds with this Mickey’s First Guitar.

Fisher-Price Walk Bounce & Ride Pony, Infant to Toddler Musical Walker and Ride-on Toy

 

5. This Fisher Price Pony is so cute and a perfect ride on and walk behind toy for one year olds.

First 100 Words Padded (large)

 

6. Board books are perfect for the littles and this First 100 Words Board Book is awesome for building first words.

Infantino Turtle Cover Band 8-Piece Percussion Set

 

7. Why not give them something they can really make music with! Check out this 8 Piece Baby Band that is so awesome for shaking things up!

Melissa & Doug Geometric Stacker – Wooden Educational Toy & Deluxe Pounding Bench Wooden Toy with Mallet

 

8. They can pretend build with this Melissa and Doug Pounding Activity Bench that enhances fine motor development.

Tunnel for Toddlers 1-3, Kids Tunnel Crawling Indoor Mesh See Through Pop Up Crawl Tunnel for Toddler Babies Children Toys 5ft Long

 

9. You can set up this 6 Foot Play Tunnel inside or outside and it is perfectly safe for babies being made of soft mesh material.

Melissa & Doug Magnetic Wooden Dinosaurs in a Wooden Storage Box (20 pcs)

 

10. This Melissa and Doug Dino Box includes 20 magnetic animals and it a ton of fun for your baby.

Grow-with-Me Training Toothbrush Set | Infant to Toddler Toothbrush Oral Care for Sensitive Gums by Frida Baby

 

11. At this point your baby is putting everything in their mouth so this Bendable Baby Banana Toothbrush is perfect for learning how to brush and teething.

Mega Bloks First Builders Big Building Bag

 

12. This giant bag of Mega Blocks is great for fine motor development and there are tons of colors for building.

Ukphail Splash Pad Sprinkler for Kids 67

 

13. Give them some outside fun in the sun with this Play Splash Pad that hooks up easy to your water hose.

Fisher-Price Dance & Move BeatBowwow

 

14. Check out this Fisher Price Bright Beats Bowwow that is full of fun musical beats and gets those little bodies excited with its dancing moves!

Little Tikes Rocking Horse Blue, 33.00 L x 10.00 W x 17.50 H Inches

 

15. This Little Tykes Rocking Horse is perfect for indoor and outdoor play and the seat helps them stay sitting upright.

Fisher-Price Brilliant Basics Chatter Telephone

 

16. Encourage your baby’s social skills with this classic Fisher Price Chatter Telephone.

Nuby Octopus Floating Bath Toy , Purple

 

17. This Bathtime Octopus Hooplah has some amazing sorting fun and is great for fine motor development too!

Little Tikes Shopping Cart – Yellow/Red

 

18. This Little Tykes Little Shopper comes in several colors and is super sturdy for even the littlest of shoppers.

Linzy Toys, 12

 

19. Sing along with this Plush Owl Nightlight that is a perfect bedtime addition.

Fisher-Price Rock-a-Stack and Baby’s First Blocks Bundle [Amazon Exclusive]

 

20. Check out this Laugh & Learn Sorting Lunchbox that teaches baby letters, shapes, colors, and more!

Melissa & Doug Nesting and Sorting Blocks – 6 Buildings, 6 Wooden Vehicles

 

21. This Melissa and Doug Matching Block Set is a soft set with lots of cool designs and shapes that builds on lots of skills.

Baby Pool, Inflatable Baby Pool, Baby Shark Pool with Canopy of 43 Inches, Summer Water Play Center for Girls Boys Toddlers Perfect Baby Swimming Pool

 

22. If you are ready for summer this Inflatable Baby Pool provides the best shade and fun option for your backyard.

Baby Einstein Magic Touch Xylophone Wooden Musical Toy with Lights, Ages 12 months +

 

23. The colored chimes on this Little Tykes Jungle Jamboree Xylophone will have your baby really excited for music fun!

STARBOLOP Cute Blue Hexagon Children Ball Pit, Indoor and Outdoor Easy Folding Ball Play Pool Kids Toy Play Tent with Carry Tote, Balls Not Included

 

24. This Hexagon Ball Pit is a great setup for indoors with a breathable design and so much safe entertainment for your one year old.

Little Tikes Bright ‘n Bold Table & Chairs, Green/Blue

 

25. Get your baby this Little Tykes Table that includes some awesome songs and tunes and it grows with your child.

Do you have a special toy in mind for baby’s first birthday? Share your thoughts!

More First Birthday Resources

Games to Play at a First Birthday 

First Birthday Party Themes 

How to Throw a First Birthday Party on a Budget