The 30 Best Birthday Gifts for 1-Year-Olds in 2025

A reader and editor-favorite gift, this personalized puzzle helps little ones learn their name and can be a fun photo prop or nursery decor.

Put your 1-year-old’s new walking skills to work with this interactive activity center. Toddlers can practice their gross motor skills with the soccer and basketball nets while giggling along to the 30+ songs and sounds.

Little ones are so excited to mimic what they see grown-ups doing. This wooden fruits and veggies set is great for developing motor skills and encouraging pretend play at a young age.

This balance bike designed for 10 to 36-month-olds is the perfect introduction to riding for a little one. We also love the color!

Practical and personalized, this hooded towel can be used after a bath or at the beach. So cute and cozy!

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This sensory crawl ball is great for helping little ones further develop their motor skills and keeps them engaged with smart sensors that respond to movement, plus 30+ fun sounds and songs.

Nighttime can still be bright with this lovely personalized night light showcasing a name or love note from mom and dad.

As your 1-year-old baby starts walking, they’re going to get extra adventurous. Feed their excitement with a pull-along companion like this sweet crocodile.

My son got these for his first birthday and they were still a hit through his fifth birthday!  These soft-sided and colorful vehicles rev up and go—plus, they reinforce sensory, fine motor, and gross motor skills.

Celebrate your baby’s big day with a reminder of just how special they are! Then, use this accessory for dress-up and imaginative play after their birthday.

What 1-year-old doesn’t love to cuddle up with a lovey? This cozy lamb sleepyhead is one they’ll sleep with for years to come!

Make the special 1-year-old in your life the star of their own storybook. I See Me offers plenty of story options, like this one focused on positive traits and the alphabet.

Help your baby find their style with this embroidered baseball cap made just for them!

“This custom hat is a great way for your little ones to show their personality. My boys have owned several sizes of these hats, and I have one too! They are my go-to gift for a more personal and functional present.” —Ally Pagar-Wolf, Chief of Sales

This timeless heirloom toy includes a wooden pony with a pull string. Little ones will love the hands-on play—plus, you can choose from other colors and creatures and add personalization to really make it special!

The Stella doll is a beloved classic for a reason. Give little one their first “baby” and watch as they grow and foster emotional growth.

We love Slumberkins’ mission to build emotional intelligence in kids, and this gift set promotes a growth mindset.

“Slumberkins are thoroughly adored in our household by both kids and adults alike. We purchased our first Hammerhead Kin to help our oldest work through his mad feelings and we’ve amassed quite a collection of ‘Slumbies’ since then. Each Slumberkin comes with two board books that explain a different emotional concept in developmentally-appropriate ways, plus help us connect with our kids when we’re struggling to find the right words. From processing big feelings to prepping for school, our kids’ Slumberkins are there for them (and us) through every life change as they grow.” —Steph Alleva Cornell, Branded Content Editor

Spruce up their nursery with an adorable personalized bunny doll. No kid will ever turn down a stuffed animal, and this is one they’ll cherish for years to come.

You can’t go wrong with a classic set of building blocks. These encourage creative play, early math concepts, and motor skill development.

Speaking of personalized, an embroidered sweater is one of those clothing items you’ll want to hold onto long after they outgrow it.

Adorable and functional, this busy board aids in the development of small motor skills and color recognition.

Make crawling even more exciting with a lightweight and chic play tunnel that will provide all sorts of entertainment.

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I can attest that the PBK My First Anywhere Chair is a gift that stands the test of time. This cozy sherpa design is sure to become baby’s favorite place to sit.

This sensory toy is one that will leave your little one occupied for longer than most. They’ll love the fun colors and optical illusions, as well as the excitement of watching the cars go back and forth.

This 16-piece toy helps babies explore shapes and colors and practice problem-solving skills and imaginative play.

This silicone rainbow toy has many fun uses: a teether, a puzzle, a stacking toy, and even a bath toy!

This mini waterpark play area is perfect for exercising social skills and understanding cause and effect. You will never regret buying this staple for hours of summer play.

“My two boys still enjoy playing with this water table at ages 3 and 5. It provides endless hours of outdoor fun and can easily be turned into a sensory table in colder weather. It is easy to clean and drain and simple to set up!” —Ally Pagar-Wolf, Chief of Sales

When you can’t make it to the park, this beautiful macrame swing is the perfect alternative for at-home play.

This BPA-safe ball pit is ideal for sensory (and fun) play!

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Take your home fort-building to the next level with this fun play couch. Besides inspiring creativity, it’s great for hide-and-seek and getting the wiggles out.

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Kids love a ride-on toy and this one serves many purposes. It’s a ride-on, push toy, and stroller, all in one!

To assist with balance and motor skills, this ride-on toy is perfectly sized for little ones aged 12 months and up.