Top 20 Meaningful and Practical First Birthday Gift Ideas for Baby

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The first birthday is an important milestone marking a child’s development. Therefore, attendees often choose toys or mother and baby products as gifts for the child as a congratulatory gesture. Let’s explore 20 meaningful and practical first birthday gifts with AVAKids to find the perfect choice!

What is a first birthday celebration? The significance of the first birthday

The first birthday celebration is a long-standing Vietnamese tradition, held when a baby turns 12 months old and is no longer confined to a cradle. Depending on regional customs, parents prepare different offerings and ceremonies to ensure the baby’s well-being.

Significance of the first birthday:

  • An important milestone for every child, marking the completion of their first year.
  • An expression of gratitude to the Twelve Midwives who shaped the child and to the ancestors who have blessed and protected them.
  • A prayer for good health and the best things to come for the baby.
  • An expression of future hopes and expectations from parents and family for the child.
  • An occasion for family gatherings, where everyone gives the child gifts and best wishes.
First Birthday Feast

First Birthday Feast

Top 20 most meaningful and practical first birthday gifts

Baby Clothes

 

Lullaby NH110V Baby Boy Short Sleeve Set, White - Gray
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Clothes are always a practical gift for babies in any situation. Baby clothes often come in many cute and adorable designs. Besides, the prices are also quite diverse, so you will have more choices.

When buying clothes for babies, in addition to choosing the right size, you also need to consider the child’s gender. If it’s a boy, you can choose a baby boy outfit consisting of jeans combined with a t-shirt or shirt. If it’s a girl, you can choose a stylish top, a pretty dress, or a cute skirt.

Baby Walker

Dai Phat Tai Puppy Baby Walker - Random Color
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A baby walker is one of the most practical and meaningful gifts for young children. After 12 months, babies will start learning to walk, and these walkers will be a great support for their first steps, making them more steady and safe.

Currently, there are many types of baby walkers on the market. Therefore, you should choose products with suitable designs and colors. Besides, walkers that emit fun sounds will make the baby enjoy using them.

Dai Phat Tai Puppy Baby Walker - Random Color (9 - 24 months)

Dai Phat Tai Puppy Baby Walker – Random Color (9 – 24 months)

Red Envelope (Li Xi)

Red envelopes (Li Xi) are a popular gift choice for a baby’s first birthday. Giving a red envelope allows the parents to buy necessary items for the child, instead of receiving gifts that may not suit the baby’s needs or duplicate other gifts, leading to some going unused.

Besides, giving Li Xi is also a long-standing Vietnamese custom, signifying wishes for the baby to eat well, grow quickly, and be healthy. Depending on your relationship with the family and your financial situation, you can put an appropriate amount of money in the red envelope.

First Birthday Gift: Red Envelope

First Birthday Gift: Red Envelope

Baby Jewelry

Giving baby jewelry for a first birthday is a gift of lasting value, like a companion that grows with the child over the years. Jewelry is also a gift that represents your good wishes and peace for the baby.

When buying jewelry for a child, choose items with smooth surfaces and minimal details to avoid scratching the baby’s skin. Also, the material can affect the child’s health, so buy jewelry from reputable and trustworthy sources.

Baby Girl Jewelry Gift

Baby Girl Jewelry Gift

Educational Toys

Duka DK580018 Baby Rock Star Toy - Four Rhythm Drum
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Children are very curious and constantly learning about everything around them. Therefore, educational toys will become a bridge for children to explore, perceive, and interact with the world around them. This helps develop their intelligence and increase their cognitive abilities.

Babies often put objects in their mouths. Therefore, when buying toys for children, choose those made from safe materials, with clear origins, few sharp edges, and free of toxic substances. Some intellectual development toys that parents can consider are: Lego, educational toys, Antona toys, Ausini toys for girls,… These toys entertain the child while enhancing their observation skills and brainpower by assembling pieces into specific shapes.

Duka DK580018 Baby Rock Star Toy - Four Rhythm Drum (from 1 year old)

Duka DK580018 Baby Rock Star Toy – Four Rhythm Drum (from 1 year old)

Books

Minh Long Exploring the World Book - Household Items Theme
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Fairy tales are an indispensable part of a child’s childhood. Therefore, giving books or fairy tales as a first birthday gift is a very meaningful present that adds color to a child’s world.

When buying, choose books with many interesting pictures or meaningful fairy tales. This will make the baby enjoy looking at the books or listening to their parents read stories before bed. This helps develop children’s intelligence and nurture their emotions from a young age.

Table and Chair Set

A table and chair set is not only a practical and creative first birthday gift but also suitable for older children. A moderately sized set will help the child learn and organize their toys more neatly.

When buying a table and chair set as a gift, choose products with bright colors that suit the child’s preferences. Sets printed with cartoon characters that the child enjoys will make them more enthusiastic about using them.

Children's Table and Chair Set

Children’s Table and Chair Set

Baby Carrier

Baby Lab AC Baby Carrier - Random Color
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A baby carrier is a practical gift that offers many benefits, allowing mothers to carry their children close while doing housework or going out. This product will be a great support for mothers to take care of their children better and with less effort.

Carriers designed for safety, sturdiness, and baby comfort should be your top choice. It can be a place for the baby to sleep soundly, ensuring they are always within the parents’ sight.

Aprica Pitta Baby Carrier, Beige, for babies 0 - 36 months

Aprica Pitta Baby Carrier, Beige, for babies 0 – 36 months

Car Seat

A car seat is also a practical and meaningful first birthday gift choice. Most car seats are designed with a high-quality plastic frame with good load-bearing and shock resistance. At the same time, the seat cushion is sewn from soft fabric, and the secure seat belts will give the baby the most comfortable seating position.

You should buy a car seat for your baby from reputable and quality sources that supply genuine products. This will ensure that the product is designed to be suitable for young children, safe, and highly durable.

Gluck Baby ZY-02 Car Seat (0 - 4 years old)

Gluck Baby ZY-02 Car Seat (0 – 4 years old)

Baby Supplies and Items

If you are a relative or have a close relationship with the child’s family, you can buy diapers, formula, baby bottles, or personal care items as a first birthday gift. These are ordinary gifts without much special meaning, but they are very practical and essential for the baby.

However, diapers and formula are often counterfeited in the market. Therefore, you should buy from reputable and trustworthy sources to ensure the baby’s health when using them.

Abbott Grow No. 3 Vanilla Flavor Formula 900g (12 - 24 months)

Abbott Grow No. 3 Vanilla Flavor Formula 900g (12 – 24 months)

Photo Frame

A photo frame is one of the first birthday gifts with great sentimental value. It would be very meaningful to give the baby a photo frame containing all the pictures from their birth to their first birthday.

When buying a photo frame, choose a durable product, so the child can look back at their childhood photos even when they grow up. This allows them to feel the love and protection from their loved ones.

First Birthday Gift: Photo Frame

First Birthday Gift: Photo Frame

Stuffed Animal

A stuffed animal is a first birthday gift that every child will surely love. It will become the baby’s first friend, accompanying them during meals, sleep, and playtime, making them feel happier. From there, the child learns how to love everyone around them.

Choose stuffed animals that are easy for the baby to hold and cuddle. Also, choose ones with soft fur to avoid harming the baby’s delicate skin. Some stuffed animal shapes you can consider are: Cartoon characters, animals, fruits, and vegetables.

First Birthday Gift: Stuffed Animal

First Birthday Gift: Stuffed Animal

Baby Shoes

A Chau Fox Print Baby Walking Shoes, Green
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When babies turn one year old, they start taking their first steps. Therefore, a pair of walking shoes will be a practical first birthday gift for the baby. These shoes often come in many cute designs and colors for you to choose from. Remember to buy the right size for the baby’s feet so they can walk comfortably!

A Chau Fox Print Baby Walking Shoes, Green

A Chau Fox Print Baby Walking Shoes, Green

Balance Bike

Kinderkraft KK.CUTIE 3-Wheel Balance Bike
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A balance bike is a meaningful and practical first birthday gift that helps children develop their physical skills effectively. Besides, balance bikes also help children develop balancing skills and enhance their motor skills.

The product is designed similarly to a regular bicycle, the difference being the two front wheels, without pedals or brakes. Balance bikes come in various styles, colors, and modern and safe designs, suitable for both boys and girls, making it easier for you to choose.

Kinderkraft KK.CUTIE PINK 3-Wheel Balance Bike - Pink

Kinderkraft KK.CUTIE PINK 3-Wheel Balance Bike – Pink

Kids Electric Car

A kids electric car is definitely a gift that kids love, especially boys. They can sit in the car and drive it like a real car. Besides, today’s kids electric car models also have remote controls to ensure safety when the child is young.

When using electric cars, children will learn and memorize how to use them. At the same time, they learn how to handle important situations, thereby training their thinking and responsiveness.

First Birthday Gift: Kids Electric Car

First Birthday Gift: Kids Electric Car

Superhero and Robot Toys

POLESIE PLS-41524 Lagoon Transport Ship Toy - Random Color
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Robot and superhero toys are a passion for boys. Especially, toys for boys like smart robots with beautiful designs and many interesting features such as: Moving at will, changing appearance, dancing to music, remote control,… are very attractive.

Toys that can transform into different characters will help children train their thinking and creativity to arrange them into the desired character. This is truly a meaningful gift that suits children’s interests.

POLESIE PLS-41524 Lagoon Transport Ship Toy

POLESIE PLS-41524 Lagoon Transport Ship Toy

Inflatable Playpen/Bouncer

If you haven’t found a suitable first birthday gift yet, an inflatable playpen or bouncer is the perfect choice. This is a suitable gift for babies who are learning to stand or sit. The product helps stimulate the baby’s physical development and reassures parents when the child plays alone.

Besides, inflatable playpens are designed with many cute and funny shapes and colors, creating excitement for children when using them. However, to ensure the baby’s safety, you should choose to buy from reputable businesses.

First Birthday Gift: Inflatable Bouncer

First Birthday Gift: Inflatable Bouncer

Rocking Horse

A rocking horse toy is suitable for both boys and girls. With young children’s active nature, this product will help them play freely and have useful relaxing moments.

When sitting on a rocking horse, the child can enjoy playing at home without going out, giving parents more peace of mind. Besides, this product also helps children enhance their motor skills.

First Birthday Gift: Rocking Horse

First Birthday Gift: Rocking Horse

Remote Control Car

Tanaka 112-1C 1:12 Scale Remote Control Car Toy - Random Color
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A remote control car with a compact design allows children to comfortably explore new features and have exciting experiences. This will be a great gift for boys on their first birthday.

Today’s remote control toy products are very diverse in design and material. Therefore, you should buy from reputable sources that provide genuine products to ensure quality and safety for children when using them.

Tanaka 112-1C 1:12 Scale Remote Control Car Toy - Random Color

Tanaka 112-1C 1:12 Scale Remote Control Car Toy – Random Color

Musical Toys

VBCare VBC-J94-01 Piano Toy
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12-month-old babies can perceive melodies. Therefore, a music box that emits gentle, soothing sounds will be a spiritual gift that children will love. This item will help them fall asleep faster.

Music boxes also help babies learn to perceive sounds and colors better. You can buy products with shapes and colors that suit the child’s gender. Besides, cartoon character or fun animal designs are also reasonable choices.

Duka DK580017 Baby Rock Star Toy - Piano

Duka DK580017 Baby Rock Star Toy – Piano

Where to buy first birthday gifts for babies?

First birthday gifts for babies are diverse and widely available on the market. However, counterfeit and fake goods are quite common and can adversely affect the baby’s health. Therefore, you should buy gifts from reputable establishments to ensure product quality.

AVAKids specializes in providing genuine products for mothers and babies. You can shop at AVAKids supermarkets nationwide or online at avakids.com to choose suitable products from clothes, shoes, milk, diapers to the child’s favorite toys.

Each first birthday gift contains meaning, blessings, and love from the giver to the child. With the suggestions of the 20 most meaningful and practical first birthday gifts above, we hope you have chosen the right gift for the child. If you have any questions, please contact the hotline 1900.866.874 (8:00 – 21:30) for support and answers.