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What to get a 1-year-old?

Rock-n-VollRock-n-Voll
in Northern California Babies
Hi all, venturing over here from the local board to get some advice.  I'm going to meet my friend's baby for the first time when we all gather in NY for a wedding in a few weeks.  I missed his first birthday recently and would really like to get him something.  I made him a crochet blanket before he was born so I think doing another craft item might be out.  I'm happy to buy something, but what does one get for a 1-year-old?  Books, clothes?
I'd rather be rock climbing or playing volleyball
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Re: What to get a 1-year-old?

  • MrsJBL2005MrsJBL2005

    If I'm not close enough to the little one to know what he/she might need & am not comfortable enough to ask the mother for gift ideas, I give a gift card.  

    Also... I always LOVE and WELCOME any handmade/crafty items. 

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  • kittylovekittylove member

    I love getting crafty/homemade stuff, so if you have the time I think that is a great gift. My one yr old loves play food so if you do felt food that would work, or a kitchen apron or cheff hat. He also loves puzzles, trucks, blocks, and is just gettting old enough for a magnadoodle. His two favorite birthday gifts were the ball popper, and this truck. I hope that helps.

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  • amyfeliceamyfelice

    Gift cards are good, books are great, I think. I also think an outfit is nice but you should ask what size clothes the mom needs, because she may be set for his current size and looking for a size up. 

    Toys are great, but definitely ask what type of toys he likes, or that mom wants. For example, some people don't want plastic toys or battery operated toys.  I think music toys are nice for a one year old. I am going to get my baby a drum and a xylophone for her birthday.

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    Melissa and Doug puzzles are nice too.  

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  • AvaLikeLavaAvaLikeLava member

    Books are a good choice typically.

    Also if you want to be a bit unconventional, but provide hours of hilarious entertainment, go to the dollar store and get 2-3 pool noodles. They're NOT for swimming. They're for play-time. You can sword fight, make bridges, all sorts of imaginative play stuff. Plus if you get bopped on the head, don't hurt ;p

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  • Rock-n-VollRock-n-Voll
    Thanks for all the suggestions, ladies!
    I'd rather be rock climbing or playing volleyball
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