Birthdays, food-feeding ceremonies(annaprashana),naming ceremony(naamkarans), these words are enough to make one grin from ear to ear. It brings along with it the aroma of delight, rejoicement and a perfect occasion for creating memories. But this rainbow of pretty colours is soon overshadowed with dark clouds of tension, for the invitees. Especially when it’s a small baby boy. So it’s time to explore gifts for 1 year old boy.
There is an instant fuss about choosing the right gift for the occasion. And this head-scratching task becomes more of an uphill climb when the gift is to be bought for a baby. That too, a baby boy! (It will not be a matter of great amusement if someone bites their fingers off, solving this puzzle).
Gift your small ones
Gift-giving has become much cumbersome than it was in the past. The plethora of options available on the web, tend to confuse an already confused mind. Also, unlike the traditional gifting standards, things have changed drastically. It’s not the monetary value that settles the real worth of a gift, but the gifters thoughtfulness and emotions attached with the present. And a good gift can be a lifetime souvenir for the child. (Imagine someone praising you saying, “Oh! That aunty is such a sweetheart.)
So, if you are exhausted with constantly scratching your head and are still not able to land on a good decision. Here, is your guardian angel.
While buying a good gift the following factors must be taken care of
- The gift should be purposeful
- Your gift should be meaningful
- The gift should have a personal touch.
- As the gift is to be presented to a toddler it should not be hazardous
- The gift should suit the occasion
20 best gifts for 1 year old boy in India are listed below(Good luck, with the treasure hunting)
Best Gifts for a 1 Year Old Boy
1. A gorgeous keepsake box
It is one of the best gifts for 1 year old boy. It is not only a very cute gift but also a very thoughtful one. The child’s parents can fill in the box with memories of the boy, only for him to feel nostalgic and blessed once he grows up. It contains plaque cards where the details of the baby can be filled. And it is totally affordable, its price range is from Rs.1000 to Rs. 1500. The awesome, idea, ain’t it? This gift is just a search away that is, it is available on various e-commerce sites.
2. A nappy cake
Wondering what it is? It resembles a three-tier cake but, here the lowermost tier can be a rolled blanket or a little mattress for the baby, the second tier can be filled in with clothes for the baby boy and the uppermost layer can be stuffed in with nappy’s. And the cherry on the cake can consist of a pretty pair of shoes or some cute, little toy. This is a very unique gift idea for a one-year-old boy.
The best part about this gift is, it can be customized and decorated according to the will of the gifter and will certainly be something out of the box. Also, the blanket can be customized with the baby’s name imprinted on it.
3. Customized rompers
For the little one. Nothing can beat a well-customized gift. Rompers are a very useful gifts for a 1 year old boy. Now, to make it more fun the baby’s pictures can be printed on it. Or, to make it more personal, the gifter can put up innovative quotes on the romper. For instance, the baby’s aunt(maasi) could use “As sassy as massi.”This gift also doesn’t make a big hole in the pockets of the buyer and is a smart choice.
4. A car loaded with gifts
Boys, and their never-ending craze for cars. So, how about gifting a car stuffed with gifts? A medium-sized toy car can be used for this gift. Small, useful products such as baby wipes, baby accessories, bathing products can be gift wrapped and affixed to the roof of the car. A broad ribbon could serve as a pretty good finish touch. And vroom, a car filled with gifts is ready for the baby boy.
Another way to present this gift is to replace the car with a lorry toy. This will be both useful and innovative. The gifts can be chosen keeping in mind the budget and a decent car will need a minimum of 500 bucks.
5. Cute customized money envelopes
Money envelopes are a part of the Indian gifting tradition for ages. This auspicious gift with traditional roots can be made a little quirky with the help of customized money envelopes. Now, envelope making is no rocket science. Hundreds of tutorial videos are available on the internet. So, what can be better than saving time and leaving the child’s parents with a broad smile?
6. Customized baby pillows
A thoughtful gift for a one-year-old baby boy. A good number of pillows are required for the baby, to prevent it from rolling to the edge of the bed and also to ensure a comfortable sleep. Now, how about knitting the boys name on the pillow. Cute, right? Or a pillow with a big smile knitted on it or else, the baby’s date of birth. A soft comfortable, customized pillow and spare no more than 500 to 600 bucks.
7. A theme-based hamper for the baby boy
Now, hampers have become such a gifting trend. Whatever occasion it be these cannot fail to impress. So just pick up a theme and collect goodies, bring them together and you’re good to go. Many themes can be used such as unicorns, cartoon characters, nature, Krishna, cars etc. Cute bits and bobs can be bought for the purpose of decoration and these will make the gift look a bit more appealing.
8. A photo album
It is in human nature to hoard memories. And photographs make you travel back in time, a perfect thing for reminiscing. A photo album as a gift for 1 year old boy is for sure a delightful token of love. To avoid the monotony of boring albums, albums can be customized. It will be even better if the gift-giver has access to some pictures of the baby to fill the album.
9. Hand and feet casting
Imagine the thrill running down your spines if you get to opportunity to feel the exact shape of your baby hands as a teenager. Nothing can be more emotional and personal. This is a top-notch gift for a year old boy.
Just cast the baby’s hand and feet and frame them together along with his name or his picture. This will be a lifetime treasure. Both simple and classy, a dynamic combo. This gift is bound to establish a lifetime bond with the little soul. A narration of many stories, indeed.
10. Baby nests
A comfortable haven for the baby to enjoy his slumber. Rocking a baby to sleep is a legit task. And God forbid if the baby wakes up after a laborious time. Baby nests reduce the chance of this trouble. It also proofs to be a gift for the parents of the toddler. They get some extra me-time without having to worry about the baby. This makes it a perfect gift for a baby boy.
These can be easily found on e-commerce sites or stores dealing with baby products. One just needs to look for a comfortable one. It’s also a budget-friendly idea.
11. Initial box frame
A cute gift for the bubs special day. A cute box decorated using different colours and patterns with the baby’s initial shining is just so cute. This decorative piece can be accommodated in any corner of the house. It can also be personalized according to the gifters taste.
12. A personalised bedsheet
The arrival of a new one filled each corner of the household with extreme delight. And everything revolves around the baby. Everything echoes the child’s presence in the house. A bedsheet with the baby’s pictures printed on it or the baby’s name is just the right choice. The parents will love spreading the sheet out.
Hygiene is an important factor to be looked upon for the baby’s wellbeing. As such the requirement of bedsheet naturally increases. Go for this gift without a second thought.
13. Cloth sets
Clothes are a safe recourse when it comes to gifting. Regardless of the occasion, clothes can always be gifted. Cute little vests, pants, shirts, shoes etc are perfect gifts for a 1 year old boy. The e-commerce sites are flooded with such gifting options. There are some specialized sites dealing solely with baby apparels. One can gift a single piece of garment or a set of matching garments can be gifted. You can refer to some of the best organic brands for baby clothes here.
14. Stuffed toys
Everyone has had a thing for stuffed toys at some point in their lives. A huge teddy bear or even a cute little stuffed panda is a source of amusement for kids. No wonder, stuffed toys prove to be great snuggling partners. Angry? Punch the toy. Happy? Smile at the toy. Bored? Stare at the toy. Kids trying to talk to their stuffed toys is also not an uncommon sight.
A wise gift choice for a baby boy. One can choose a stuffed cat, a stuffed cartoon character or a stuffed animal. Go ahead, get the little toddler his very own snuggling buddy.
15. Feeding set
Feeding the baby is another mammoth task. It is often observed that all the family members are in a hustle to amuse the child when he is being fed. The mother sticks out her tongue or the father starts making faces. So, why not make it a bit easy for the parents. Amusing feeding sets can attract the child and help in feeding him.
The set consists of a feeding bottle, spoon, bowl, feeding pillows, towels, wipes etc. It is both an affordable and purposeful gift.
16. Bathing kit
While bathing a toddler many precautions need to be taken. A baby’s bath must be both safe and comfortable. A good bathing kit makes the experience very smooth. A bathing kit can consist of a bathing chair, bathtubs, body gel, shampoo, soft towels, comb, bathrobe etc.
The constituents of the kid can be altered according to the gifters wish and budget. This can be made a little more fun and personalized by printing the baby’s pictures or names on the objects.
17. Push and go crawling toy
A baby’s first attempt to crawl or work is in itself a call for celebration. A push and go crawling toy can be of great help for the toddler’s development. He will definitely try chasing it out of wonder. This gift will be very useful to fasten the child’s movement. The journey of going gaga over supercars start right from infancy with the help of such exciting toys.
18. Craddler
As already mentioned above making a baby sleep is a tedious task. It’s fatiguing to rock a baby back and forth continuously. Another object that sheds off the load to a good extent is a cradle. There are a variety of it available in the market and can be chosen to keep in mind the budget and the quality.
To make it more appealing pictures of the baby can be hanged around with the help of strings. Hence this is another good gift for 1 year old boy.
19. Mosquito net
It should be assured that flies, mosquitoes should not fly around or sting the toddler. They can cause irritation and sometimes the consequences can be life-threatening. One can choose from a range of mosquito nets either a simple one or a fancy one. Nets can be customized with the baby’s picture.
20. Educational gift
Since the toddler has already completed a year. In a short span of time the baby will start picking up words and will try to utter them. Book sets with eye-catchy pictures or letter blocks and number blocks made out of fabric will enhance the child’s learning process. Toys involving colours, fruits and numbers can also be considered.
Its a moment of joy
A newborn baby is a bundle full of joy. The baby brings along with him/her an unparalleled feeling. The air fills with zeal and not a million words can decipher the excitement. Not only the parents but every person associated with the little one feels themselves flying at the ninth cloud. Every even thereafter becomes special, the baby’s first words, its first steps, its first shriek. Everything. So, gifts for such special souls are auspicious. And everybody tries their best to bring exceptional presents to the table.
Conclusion
Out of these shortlisted items, a choice can be made easily taking into consideration the availability of the products, the budget of the gifter, the spirit of the occasion. What is important is whatever be the gift, it should be a symbol of love rather than just something bought from the market. Gifts aren’t important because of their monetary worth but the sense of affection and thoughtfulness attached to it. Take some time and make a good choice.
Gifts are definitely special. It is an embodiment of love, care and attachment. One must leave no stone unturned in making this experience a more special one. So, happy gifting, may it be more of an enjoyable journey and may you get rid of the head-scratching and nail-biting now.
