1st birthday gifts are tricky - you’ll want something fun, suitable for little one's developmental stage or something that means something that can be treasured later on in life. Although sometimes it's better to buy something that Mum and Dad will appreciate more than the baby does! Consider the ideas below, hopefully you'll find something suitable - from sensory toys, personalised wooden toys, baby activity centers, and financial gift ideas that make for meaningful presents:
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Sensory Baby Toys: Sensory toys are perfect for a baby’s development and they raise a smile at the same time. Some great examples are sensory fabric books with textures and sounds, rattles and wrist toys to stimulate and develop motor skills and pram toys to keep them occupied while out and about.
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Personalised Wooden Toys: Wooden toys like Personalised Wooden Puzzles are ideal for learning and fun. They're a great keepsake too!
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Baby Clothes: Mum & Dad will be grateful for extra baby grows, or maybe a cute dressing gown or posh outfit!
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Baby Activity Centres: Another excellent choice for developing motor skills, with interactive elements and bright colors to engage baby.
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Financial Gifts: A long-term financial gift such as setting up a savings account or Junior ISA is a great way to invest in the baby’s future. Not the most exciting, but they'll thank you later!
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Personalised Baby Books: Storybooks that make the baby the main character, creating a fun, engaging reading experience as they grow older.
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Musical Instruments for Babies: A baby-friendly musical instrument set encourages sensory and motor development.
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Personalised Baby Keepsake Box: Help parents store precious memories with a keepsake box.
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Personalised Soft Toys: A personalised plush makes for a perfect cuddly friend and keepsake.
- Noisy toys: Something Mum and Dad might not appreciate so much, but baby friendly noisy toys are great for stimulation and keeping baby busy!
Whatever you decide, wrapping your present in personalised birthday wrapping paper is a great way to make the gift even more special! OK, so the little one might not care but everyone else will love it! It's a milestone to celebrate so why not do in style :-)