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We know it goes by way too fast, but your newbie’s first trip around the sun is something remarkable to celebrate. Gathering family and friends to witness another milestone moment over cake will create important memories and give you the opportunity to reflect on the amazing growth that has happened in the last year—and, most importantly, how much your baby is loved! No matter the size or style of your soiree, these decorations and gifts will give you a little party-planning inspiration.

Camp Hollow creates a variety of adorable handmade porcelain cake topper figurines. We love the idea of using this sweet momento every year on your kiddo’s birthday as a way to incorporate a traditional element that’s unique and personal. Choose from characters like the charming frog, wise owl, brown bear, and many others your little party animal will love.

Take some of the guesswork out of party supply shopping with Sophistiplate. Their table setting kits come with everything you need for a cohesive aesthetic and can be tailored to the number of guests on your invite list, ranging from eight to 48 place settings. This birthday-themed kit includes various-sized plates and napkins, flatware, cocktail straws, cupcake liners, and options for additional add-ons.

Let your creativity shine with custom invitations from Paperless Post. Their easy-to-design templates allow you to create and send invites instantly without adding paper waste to landfills. Not only that, but Paperless Post also makes it simple to keep tabs on your RSVPs, send reminders and updates, request event photos, and send a heartfelt thank-you note after the party ends.

What’s a party without a bright and cheerful garland? This Happy Birthday set from Meri Meri comes with rainbow numbers and ordinals for customizing the celebrated birthday. This garland folds easily for storage and future use, and its timeless design will never go out of style.

What could be cuter on a cupcake than your baby’s darling face? These photo toppers from Laura Jean Paper & Party’s Etsy shop feature pom-pom hats in the color combination of your choice and will be a focal point of your party table. Each order includes two photos (meaning your two favorite expressions baby makes) and is also available as an invitation and birthday card.

Speaking of pom-poms, these Daydream Society puppy dog party hats are paws-itively adorable. Even if your little one isn’t into accessories and refuses to keep the cap on, your family and friends can still dress the part and help facilitate a group picture to commemorate the moment.

Celebrate your guest of honor with a handmade embroidered crown from Etsy’s Flower Lane shop. We love the pom-pom detail, Oeko-Tex-certified linen fabric, included keepsake box, and the adjustable organic cotton ties that allow for a perfect fit. Like the porcelain cake topper mentioned above, this tangible item will remind you of past special occasions whenever you come across it.

In place of a traditional guest book, record who came by your kiddo’s birthday by having attendees sign a special storybook. This personalized tome of nursery rhymes from Etsy’s MyGivenNameBooks is already a fitting gift for baby, but the added signatures and sentimental notes from loved ones will likely draw interest from your child as they grow and desire to hear details of when they were little.

Many parents love this seated-or-standing wooden play center from Manhattan Toy Company because it’s a quality made product that packs a ton of engagement for eager explorers. This toy features gliders, an abacus track, spinners, spring toys, bead runs, bright colors, animal pals, and more. No matter what side your tot happens upon, they’ll be met with loads of hands-on entertainment. Ages 12 months and up.

Encourage confidence in your little one’s learning, exploring, and walking with the award-winning Hape’s snail pull toy. It includes a detachable shell that features three different painted block holes for practicing shape sorting and color recognition. Made from durable materials and a non-toxic finish, it’s a toy you’ll be happy to hand down when your little one grows out of it.

If you’re stumped on what to buy for your wee learner, let Lovevery be your guide. Their age-appropriate play kits are curated specifically for each stage of development and come with various activities. The Babbler Play Kit (featured here) offers lessons in balance, object permanence, and spatial awareness; it teaches cause and effect, helps build fine motor skills, and even comes with an introduction to physics. Ages 13-15 months.

Your soon-to-be 1-year-old can finally participate in art time with older siblings thanks to Honeysticks beeswax crayons. These colorful crayons are natural, non-toxic, and made with 100% pure New Zealand beeswax and food-grade pigments. The thick, ergonomic shape makes them more accessible for small hands to hold without breaking. They’re sustainable, safe for all ages, and, most of all, fun to use.

Gift baby their first set of wheels with a stroller tricycle. This compact folding trike by Doona combines aesthetics and function to transform into different modes to match your kiddo’s growth and motor skill development. Starting in parent mode (10-18 months), your tiny passenger will practice pedaling and steering before moving into more advanced, independent stages. This is an excellent present for the two of you to enjoy together over baby’s next year. Ages 10 months to 3 years.