17 best first birthday present ideas in 2022
Have a one-year-old’s birthday coming up and absolutely no idea what to buy? These are the gifts parents (and their little one) will love.
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There’s nothing quite as special as a first birthday party because there are two reasons to celebrate.
On one hand, it’s the very first birthday of a little person and that’s worth going all out for. On the other, there are the parents who survived one whole year of sleepless nights, tantrums, exploding nappies and heart wrenching love — and that is most definitely worth celebrating.
So what do you buy a one-year-old for this big day? We asked parents to share the presents they and their child would love so you can give them something memorable.
GAMES AND PUZZLES
Crocodile Creek 52 Piece Let's Learn Jumbo Floor Puzzle, $32.95
Foam Mats Alphabet & Numbers Puzzle, $26
Micki Bear Stacker, $38
PERSONALISED GIFTS
“A friend bought our one-year-old a personalised blanket with their name on it. Personal presents are really thoughtful and also handy as they won’t get lost at daycare!” – Kat, 28
Belly Art Baby Hands And Feet Kit, $74.95
Identity Direct Personalised Backpack In Various Colours, $37.99
My Given Name Personalised Nursery Rhymes Book, $87.95
CLOTHING
“We generally buy our kids budget clothing because we know they’ll trash it, so being gifted a special outfit they can wear is always great.” – Tim, 38
Bebe By Minihaha Liberty Frill Dress, $84.95
Adidas Originals SST Tracksuit For Babies And Kids, $80
Rock Your Baby French Floral Long Sleeve Circus Dress, $59.95
Best & Less Baby Tee Overall Outfit Set, $25
CRAFT
“Around one is a really tactile age where kids love using their hands so crafty stuff that’s easy to grip and do together is a great pressie.” – Hannah, 27
Jollykidz Desktop Easel, $27.95
First Creation Easi Grip Egg Crayons Set Of 3, $6.95
Baby Made My First Year Inkless Print Kit, $49.95
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
“I think musical instruments are great. A wooden xylophone is great for them to bash and play with without making a sound the parents will hate you for.” – Eliza, 33
Skip Hop Explore More Fox Xylophone, $39.95
Sunnylife Jungle Print Ukulele, $49.95
Halilit Tom Tom Drum, $26.99
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