1-year-olds are tricky to buy for. They are no longer babies but they’re not yet fully-fledged toddlers with real, genuine interests. They are heavy-handed, very fickle and have the attention span of a gnat.
Therefore, in my opinion, the best gifts for newbie toddlers are either practical or versatile. Things that either have a lot of mileage or that can be used in different ways.
Below I’ve whipped up a little gift guide of things that would make great presents for any 1-year-old.
Albie has 100% been my inspiration for this list. Some of these items he is lucky enough to have already and the rest are things I know he would absolutely love.
Therefore, in my opinion, the best gifts for newbie toddlers are either practical or versatile. Things that either have a lot of mileage or that can be used in different ways.
Below I’ve whipped up a little gift guide of things that would make great presents for any 1-year-old.
Albie has 100% been my inspiration for this list. Some of these items he is lucky enough to have already and the rest are things I know he would absolutely love.
1. Wheelybug Bee, Small - £64.95
Wheelybugs are designed to promote spacial awareness and gross motor skills whilst providing hours of fun for your little one. The distinctive shape and padded seat make it comfortable for little bums and the castor wheels allow for movement in any direction.
They're quirky and fun to look at and are made of the highest quality materials, meaning that they will easily withstand the test of time. It's a pity they don't make ones for adults imo.
2. Baby Leggings, Jojo Maman Bebe - £10.00
When it comes to baby clothes I’m of the opinion that you can never have enough. It's not unusual for Albie to have 2-3 outfit changes in a day because his clothes are covered in dribble, food stains or just general grime.
So as a parent, clothes as gifts are always well received.
These leggings are not only the cutest things ever, EVER but they are also really thick and stretchy so ideal for little ones on the move. FYI, If you snap these up now you can save £5 when you buy 2.
3. Personalised Book Caddy, notonthehighstreet.com - £30
These book caddies make such unique and thoughtful gifts, Albie has one sat proudly in his nursery.
I like it because it keeps his books organised whilst allowing them to be on display. It's also handy that I can take it from room to room if I wish to read to him elsewhere in the house. I can imagine that when he is older, Albie will love having his own personal, portable library too.
The caddies are available in 10 colours to suit any colour scheme and can be personalised with a message of your choice.
4. Buckle Toy Bizzy, Amazon -£19.99
I came across buckle toys purely by chance. After noticing how infatuated Albie is with straps and buckles I thought I’d hop onto google and see if there was a toy that incorporated these things. Alas there is, buckle toy Bizzy.
There are several fun designs to choose from but the concept is the same for all. Buckle toys help to develop and strengthen fine motor skills, hand eye coordination, problem solving, and colour recognition.
5. That's Not My Zoo...Boxset, Usbourne - £24.95
Books make excellent presents for babies and toddlers, especially interactive books with flaps or touchy-feely bits.
At the moment Albie is particularly enjoying the ‘that’s not my..’ series of books from Usborne. They’re bright, colourful and have a delightfully simple concept. Albie loves the repetition of the words and running his fingers over the large textured patches.
6. Tomy Super Rainbow Deluxe Aquadoodle, Argos - £19.00
Aquadoodle is basically a playmat that you write on with a pen filled with water. It’s mess-free, reusable and encourages children to be creative - whats not to love? This particular rainbow mat comes with several stamps and a paintbrush as well as a pen, making it excellent value for money.
7. My First Dinner Set, M&S - £15
As well as being dinky and cute, dinner sets like this one from M&S are ideal for babies firmly on their weaning journey.
We have a few sets like this and they are used almost everyday - we even bought a spare set to keep at Nanny's house.
8. Mega Bloks First Builders Maxi Bloks, Argos - £11.00
You can't go wrong with Mega Bloks. Toddlers enjoy them as they are a breeze to fit together and take apart and parents like that they are big enough to spot whilst trudging through the living room, avoiding some painful consequences.
Joking aside, there are endless possibilities with Mega Bloks so they are guaranteed to be brought out time and time again, even when other toys have fallen by the wayside.
9. Lily & Dan Penguin Wellies - £6.99 ALDI
At the moment ALDI are selling a range of kids wellies in really cute designs. Personally, I think a pair of these would make a lovely budget gift for any 1 year old who loves being outdoors.
10. Explore & More Fox Xylophone, Jojo Maman Bebe - £18
Toddlers like to create noise, fact. They also like hitting things (well Albie does) which is why a xylophone has made the cut. This particular one has wheels and a pull along string so your budding musician can make tunes wherever they go. Maybe not every parents dream but hey ho.
11. Nordic oak toy box, Roseland Furniture - £159.00
Albie was lucky enough to receive this wooden chest from his grandparents for his first birthday and I just adore it. It's subtle design means that it looks stylish in our living room and doesn't scream A CHILD LIVES HERE. It's beautifully crafted out of solid wood and has been designed with tiny people in mind, with it's rounded edges and a lid that's easy to open but impossible to slam down.
It's a lot bigger than I had anticipated but that's actually a good thing as it means more of Albie's stuff can be stored away safely and out of sight when not in use.
12. Wooden Animals Skittles Set, George Home - £10
Last but not least, this lovely wooden skittles set from George. Featuring numbers, bright colours and animals, this is not just a simple game, but a learning experience too.
Wheelybugs are designed to promote spacial awareness and gross motor skills whilst providing hours of fun for your little one. The distinctive shape and padded seat make it comfortable for little bums and the castor wheels allow for movement in any direction.
They're quirky and fun to look at and are made of the highest quality materials, meaning that they will easily withstand the test of time. It's a pity they don't make ones for adults imo.
2. Baby Leggings, Jojo Maman Bebe - £10.00
When it comes to baby clothes I’m of the opinion that you can never have enough. It's not unusual for Albie to have 2-3 outfit changes in a day because his clothes are covered in dribble, food stains or just general grime.
So as a parent, clothes as gifts are always well received.
These leggings are not only the cutest things ever, EVER but they are also really thick and stretchy so ideal for little ones on the move. FYI, If you snap these up now you can save £5 when you buy 2.
3. Personalised Book Caddy, notonthehighstreet.com - £30
These book caddies make such unique and thoughtful gifts, Albie has one sat proudly in his nursery.
I like it because it keeps his books organised whilst allowing them to be on display. It's also handy that I can take it from room to room if I wish to read to him elsewhere in the house. I can imagine that when he is older, Albie will love having his own personal, portable library too.
The caddies are available in 10 colours to suit any colour scheme and can be personalised with a message of your choice.
4. Buckle Toy Bizzy, Amazon -£19.99
I came across buckle toys purely by chance. After noticing how infatuated Albie is with straps and buckles I thought I’d hop onto google and see if there was a toy that incorporated these things. Alas there is, buckle toy Bizzy.
There are several fun designs to choose from but the concept is the same for all. Buckle toys help to develop and strengthen fine motor skills, hand eye coordination, problem solving, and colour recognition.
5. That's Not My Zoo...Boxset, Usbourne - £24.95
Books make excellent presents for babies and toddlers, especially interactive books with flaps or touchy-feely bits.
At the moment Albie is particularly enjoying the ‘that’s not my..’ series of books from Usborne. They’re bright, colourful and have a delightfully simple concept. Albie loves the repetition of the words and running his fingers over the large textured patches.
6. Tomy Super Rainbow Deluxe Aquadoodle, Argos - £19.00
Aquadoodle is basically a playmat that you write on with a pen filled with water. It’s mess-free, reusable and encourages children to be creative - whats not to love? This particular rainbow mat comes with several stamps and a paintbrush as well as a pen, making it excellent value for money.
7. My First Dinner Set, M&S - £15
As well as being dinky and cute, dinner sets like this one from M&S are ideal for babies firmly on their weaning journey.
We have a few sets like this and they are used almost everyday - we even bought a spare set to keep at Nanny's house.
8. Mega Bloks First Builders Maxi Bloks, Argos - £11.00
You can't go wrong with Mega Bloks. Toddlers enjoy them as they are a breeze to fit together and take apart and parents like that they are big enough to spot whilst trudging through the living room, avoiding some painful consequences.
Joking aside, there are endless possibilities with Mega Bloks so they are guaranteed to be brought out time and time again, even when other toys have fallen by the wayside.
9. Lily & Dan Penguin Wellies - £6.99 ALDI
At the moment ALDI are selling a range of kids wellies in really cute designs. Personally, I think a pair of these would make a lovely budget gift for any 1 year old who loves being outdoors.
10. Explore & More Fox Xylophone, Jojo Maman Bebe - £18
Toddlers like to create noise, fact. They also like hitting things (well Albie does) which is why a xylophone has made the cut. This particular one has wheels and a pull along string so your budding musician can make tunes wherever they go. Maybe not every parents dream but hey ho.
11. Nordic oak toy box, Roseland Furniture - £159.00
Albie was lucky enough to receive this wooden chest from his grandparents for his first birthday and I just adore it. It's subtle design means that it looks stylish in our living room and doesn't scream A CHILD LIVES HERE. It's beautifully crafted out of solid wood and has been designed with tiny people in mind, with it's rounded edges and a lid that's easy to open but impossible to slam down.
It's a lot bigger than I had anticipated but that's actually a good thing as it means more of Albie's stuff can be stored away safely and out of sight when not in use.
12. Wooden Animals Skittles Set, George Home - £10
Last but not least, this lovely wooden skittles set from George. Featuring numbers, bright colours and animals, this is not just a simple game, but a learning experience too.
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