10 Best 1st Birthday Present Ideas They'll Love

This cute and colourful hedgehog is a tactile toy that encourages a baby to grip, pull and push. In addition, the quills are great for basic pattern making, colour recognition, sorting and counting. As the removable components can be kept inside Spike himself, it is simple to store and is easy to grab when wanting a toy to take on the go, such as when visiting family or going on holiday.

This push along trike is one of those birthday presents that can be enjoyed for several years as it adapts as a child grows. In this particular colour scheme, it is touted as one of the best gift ideas for boys but we think it makes just as great a gift for a girl too.

Its multi-functional design means that it starts as a push-along stroller that a baby can sit in and an adult can control that then transforms into a trike that a toddler can steer with guidance. Adapting again for later years, it then becomes a completely independent three-wheeled bike that improves a child's coordination and confidence.

If you don't want to break the bank when buying a gift, then this cute carton of hide and squeak eggs is a great option when looking for first birthday ideas.  Simple but engaging, variations of this toy have been available for many, many years which clearly shows that children love it as a birthday gift. Each shell top has a matching chick in the same colour which makes them great for matching, learning colours and counting.

As 1st birthday gift ideas go, this one not only allows for lots of messy fun but the finished products also make special keepsakes that can be held on to for years to come. This gift is a great way for young children to get used to the sensory feeling of paint whilst creating their first masterpieces. Their hands and feet are painted before being pressed against the cards to complete a variety of animal designs, making it simple to do with not too much to clean up afterwards.

This birthday gift is perfect for boys and girls and is fantastic for imaginative play. This colourful picnic basket contains shape sorting plates and a variety of foods to encourage young children to role play with others. What's more, it helps develop colour and shape recognition and how to listen to requests, as given by the picnic hamper!

If you are looking for first birthday gift ideas that are engaging but also foster learning then this item is a great find. This colourful, interactive book is a great way for children to get used to a range of early years vocabulary and learn some of their first words. They'll love to find different pictures in the book that they can press to hear the word along with exciting sound effects.  

Any child will love having this toy as an addition to their bath time. Parts can be filled with water to watch the cogs turn and the elephants get dripped on. There's a cute cactus that sprinkles water and a bear that can be wound up to swim around the tub. Durable and long-lasting, they'll add a touch of magic to bath time for years.

This is one of those gift ideas that is as delightful as it is handy. Designed in an adorable elephant shape to appeal to young diners, this plate can be brought out at meal times to allow children to explore their food independently.

This is one of the more unique gifts for a one-year-old child that we have included on the list but we have done so considering the fun that will be had and the memories that will be cherished for years. Sometimes, giving an experience birthday gift is a breath of fresh air and with a day that can be enjoyed by the whole family, it is a gift that delights on the day as well as something that can be looked forward to. Kids experience gifts are sometimes tailored to older children but this particular one can be used at nearly 400 locations across the country, so the recipient is free to choose the attraction that is best suited to their entire family.

Kidadl Best Buys are curated from across the web-based on years of parent reviews and recommendations. If you are looking for more gift ideas for the whole family then why not take a look at our 12 Best Kids' Garden Toys or if you need toys that are easy to grab anytime, check out our 10 Best Baby Travel Toys To Take Everywhere.