Nothing is more fun than coming up with the best gifts for 1-year old boys. This is such a huge milestone and everything is just so exciting for them!
But that definitely doesn’t mean it’s easy to find the perfect gift for them and there are so many different options out there that it can be really overwhelming.
There are also so many new products for 1-year olds that come out all the time that it’s just plain hard to keep track of!
So this list of gift ideas for 1-year old boys will ensure you don’t go wrong! All of these gifts will make your growing baby happy and engaged, as well as please the parents.
Enjoy the time with your little one and congrats on this huge milestone. 🙂
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VTech Walker
If you want to get the absolute best gift for 1-year old boys, then the VTech walker is it.
EVERY 1-year old child will have one of these and it’s for good reason – they’ll help your little one start to walk around much faster.
In addition to that, they can just sit and play with all the different buttons and features.
But most of all, these pushers are just totally loved by young toddlers – they’re a magnet for them!
Robeez Shoes
Robeez shoes are my absolute favorite go-to shoe for new walkers, which makes them the perfect gift for 1-year old boys.
They are soft-soled shoes, which is much better for a toddler’s feet, especially when they’re learning to walk AND they have the most adorable patterns.
Robeez are also high-quality so they won’t wear out even if these become the primary shoes that use.
These are a really great idea if you want clothes or accessories to be part of your gift! And you’ll definitely be needing shoes in the upcoming months. 😉
Robeez has an amazing selection on their website (including their new styles), but if you’re pressed for time you can also get some of their patterns on Amazon Prime!
Pretend (but Realistic) Toddler Keys
1-year olds love keys, so toy keys are not a new idea, but this specific brand makes the absolute best ones that your little boy will be obsessed with.
They come with little buttons that beep and shine a light (just like real keys!) and while they aren’t metal (which you really wouldn’t want), they look a lot more realistic than some of the other toy key options.
These keys are always a huge hit and a great gift idea for your little boy!
Slumberkins
If your 1-year old boy doesn’t have any Slumberkins yet, then this is definitely the gift to get them!
Slumberkins bring stuffies (the softest you’ll ever own) and books together to teach your little one the most basic – and important – concepts…but the ones you’ll agonize over! Things like confidence, friendship,and being nice. They also cover incredibly difficult topics like family change and losing a loved one.
Each set comes with a book, an adorable stuffie of the main character, and an affirmation card that has to do with your topic.
Once you have one, you won’t be able to stop! But you’ll read these books for years to come and the stuffies will always be a favorite. They’re a perfect gift for 1-year old boys!
Foam Bath Stickers
Bath time starts to become so much fun around 1-year, so bath toys are a fabulous idea for little boys and these foam bath stickers are definitely the best.
It seems like a simple concept, but that’s exactly what they want at this age and you will be so surprised by how much fun they’ll have with these! And it’s not just sticking them to the wall…they can float them around, stack them, and try to get them to sink.
This is a really fun gift for 1-year old boys and something they will use for years to come.
Different Textured Balls
Balls may seem too standard or classic, but I’m telling you, there are few things more exciting to a 1-year old boy than balls and when you get ones that are different textures, there’s even more for them to get excited about!
Balls will be played with for years, but more importantly, holding a ball, throwing a ball, rolling a ball, and eventually catching a ball are all big milestones for them.
This is a really fun gift for 1-year old boys that they will play with right away!
Personalized Peekaboo Puzzle
This adorable Peekaboo Puzzle is such an amazing gift idea for 1-year old boys!
The puzzle offers the classics – different shapes and colors – but underneath every piece is a personalized picture that you get to choose!
You can change the photos whenever you want, so you can personalize it to have the child’s favorite people, family members, or even cute pictures of themselves.
This is such a fun toy that will also become a great keepsake.
Toddler Safe Magnets
These magnets were one of the greatest discoveries that I made for my 1-year old boy and they ended up being one of his favorite toys – and one of my favorite distractions – for quite a long time.
Once you find ones that are toddler safe (like these), you can put them on your refrigerator, dishwasher, or even trash can to keep them distracted while you’re in the kitchen.
They’re so much fun for them and a great way to learn about new animals, letters, or whatever you’re using!
Books for 1-Year Old Boys
There are so many great books for 1-year old boys and they make perfect gift ideas!
1-year olds are still enthralled by simple books, but they’re also starting to love to interact, so there’s a whole new world of books that they’ll get enjoyment out of.
Here are some of the best books for little toddlers that you should add to their library:
Stacking Cups
Stacking cups are another classic that is so simple you’ll be blown away by how much they will actually love these things.
What is really great about these is not only that they will be able to play with them for a really long time, but they can be used literally everywhere – the bath, the beach, the highchair, the playroom. Truly everywhere!
They will scoop things up with them, stack them on top of eachother, and line them up next to each other.
These cups are a classic that every 1-year old boy needs in his arsenal!
Snack Catcher Cups
Get ready to fall in love with snack catcher cups because they will be in your life for the next 5 years!
These cups are awesome. They let your toddler walk around with their snack without spilling it everywhere.
Which also makes them great for car rides and stroller rides.
They’re another must-have for little toddlers, which makes them a great gift idea for 1-year old boys!
Restaurant Placemats
These restaurant placemats are one of the greatest innovations for parents that want to take their babies and toddlers out to eat with them.
The disposable placemats stick to the table so that your 1-year old can play and eat on it and then when they’re done, they can just be thrown away!
These are a must-have for parents with young children, so they make a great gift for 1-year old boys.
PipSquigz
PipSquigz incorporate everything your 1-year old boy loves: colors, texture, sound, and movement.
These toys can suction to whatever surface you need (highchairs, strollers, bathtub) or your little one can just play with them on his own.
These are another toy that is so simple, yet so brilliant. And no technology is involved, so you don’t have to feel guilty!
Banana Teether
This banana teether is one of the most classic 1-year old toys and one that probably won’t leave your little boys hands for a while!
Not only does it just feel great for them to be chewing on, but it actually does clean their teeth a bit in the process.
It’s also the perfect shape for little hands, so they’ll really love carrying it around (and it can easily be washed since it’s in their mouth so much!).
Lolla Cups
As your little boy grows he’ll become more and more interested in his own big boy cup and these Lolla cups are the perfect transition!
In addition to being just plain cute, they have a weighted straw that makes it easy for them to learn to drink and they also seal really well when you close the cap (so they won’t spill in a diaper bag).
My kids both loved their Lola cups and they lasted for years!
I hope these gifts for 1-year old boys help make your day extra special! No matter what you get them, make sure you soak up the day and appreciate every little moment. 🙂
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