What do you buy for first birthdays? – Almost anything, because the birthday boy or girl won’t mind much and is just as likely to play with the box as the gift. So, you could buy bright and colourful toys they will like now, toys they will grow into or heirloom style toys for their future.
Safety is an issue with toys for one-year olds – avoid toys with parts that are small enough to swallow or with removable parts that are sharp or could be swallowed, check paint is non-toxic, avoid long cords. Everything should be unbreakable and safe for them to put in their mouths.
One year-olds are on the move, so toys they can push or pull around are popular. You could also buy toys that will help develop their dexterity and coordination. One year olds like toys that are colourful or squeak.
A Little Luxury is one of our favourite gift stores with a wide range of unusual and elegant gifts, homewares and customisable gift baskets for all ages. Based in Sydney, delivery Australia-wide. See Baby & Christening Gifts for cups, plates, baby sets, sheet sets and plush toys, and bouquets made from baby clothing.
Toy Universe Australian owned and run business delivers big brand and unique toys, games and puzzles for children from birth to teenage years, Australia-wide, NZ and USA from Sydney. See their
Yogee Toys is a Sydney-based online toy store with a huge range of stock from many of the major brands. Orders that are fully paid before 1PM Sydney time are dispatched from their Seven Hills warehouse on the same day.
Party Products Australia – 1st Birthday – Over 6000 Party Supplies Online – Fast Australia Wide Delivery. Party Accessories, Banners, Ribbons, Confetti, Balloons, Foils, Latex and Misc Balloons as well as themed tableware and craft products for making your own decorations.
Some Gift Suggestions
The Wheels on the Bus and Other Songs from Booktopia
The perfect addition to every child’s library, this delightful picture book features ten popular children’s songs, such as The Wheels on the Bus and Old MacDonald Had a Farm. With bright, colourful pictures of all your favourite Play School toys, this fun collection will have your child happily singing along!
Vtech Light Up Baby Night Light Doll
Fun and Games for babies to teens from Toy Universe Vtech Light Up Baby Night Light Doll soothing light is great for the restless sleeper This cute Vtech Light Up Baby Night Light Doll from VTech is designed to soothe and relax the restless sleeper with a soft comforting light and soothing sounds. This soft, cuddly doll has a soft glowing face to soothe your baby to sleep as well as soft melodies, sounds and white noise. Features: 2 light modes controlled by the parent allow brightness control on the nightlight. 3 press buttons on the dolls’ tummy play loving phrases, white noise and nature sounds 40 melodies and 2 sing along songs soothe your baby, and playing time can be controlled by the 15 to 30 minute timer, allowing your baby to wind down into sleep. Requires 2 x AA batteries which are not included. The Vtech Light Up Baby Night Light Doll is designed to soothe your baby to sleep for easy bedtimes.
Vtech Little Friendlies Sing Along Spinning Wheel
Fun and Games for babies to teens from Toy Universe Vtech Little Friendlies Sing Along Spinning Wheel makes meal time fun The Vtech Little Friendlies Sing Along Spinning Wheel attaches to any flat surface such as a high chair to amuse your baby as they wait for dinner. Jam packed full of fun interactive features the Vtech Little Friendlies Sing Along Spinning Wheel spins for extra fun and teaches your baby all about numbers, animals and sounds. Features: Brightly coloured with 3 fun animals that spin the Vtech Little Friendlies Sing Along Spinning Wheel will keep any babies amused for hours. Full of fun sounds, phrases and colours it is the perfect toy for your child to explore. The strong suction base allows this toy to be used whilst you’re out at a restaurant or as you cook dinner. Or even pop it on the floor for babies who can sit up and play. The Vtech Little Friendlies Sing Along Spinning Wheel is great fun for babies from 6 months old.
Vtech Pop Up Train
Fun and Games for babies to teens from Toy Universe Vtech Pop Up Train teaches whilst being super fun The Vtech Pop Up Train is terrific fun for children as young as 6 months. Packed full of tunes and melodies, over 55 different ones in fact, as well as some fun surprise the Vtech Pop Up Train will become a favourite toy for your baby and will continue to entertain as your child grows. Features : 3 friendly animal characters pop out of the train to teach first words and promote interactive play. The pop up function, which sees the animal characters pop out of the train characters to surprise children, teaches cause and effect and increases the interaction between your child and the toy. Fun buttons which push, slide and turn are fun for kids and develop gross motor skills. The Pop Up Train has a cord which children can use to pull the train. When they pull or push the train the 55 melodies and sounds are activated and the trains chimmney flashes right along to the sounds. 2 AA batteries are included. The Vtech Pop Train is a classic learning that is sure to delight your child.
