First Birthday

Finding the perfect first birthday gift? Compare five top-rated toys and keepsakes side-by-side, from ride-ons to personalised books, with prices, specs and features at a glance to help you find the best fit for your little one and budget. All independently reviewed by Australian parents.

✓ Independently researched5 products1 buying guidesUpdated October 2026
Top picks in First Birthday
Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Smart Stages Chair
Fisher-Price #1
Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Smart Stages Chair
mum. Approved
approx. RRP $55
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Wonderbly "The Little Girl/Boy Who Lost Her/His Name"
Wonderbly #2
Wonderbly "The Little Girl/Boy Who Lost Her/His Name"
approx. RRP $35
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Melissa & Doug Wooden Shape Sorting Clock
Melissa & Doug #3
Melissa & Doug Wooden Shape Sorting Clock
approx. RRP $25
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Micro Mini Deluxe Scooter
Micro Scooters #4
Micro Mini Deluxe Scooter
Best value
✓ $169.95 at Baby Bunting
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Trunki Original Ride-On Suitcase
Trunki #5
Trunki Original Ride-On Suitcase
Price pending
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Micro Mini Deluxe Scooter
Micro Scooters

Micro Mini Deluxe Scooter

Best multi-year gift
from$169.951 retailer
Trunki Original Ride-On Suitcase
Trunki

Trunki Original Ride-On Suitcase

Best for future travel
Price pending
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Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Smart Stages Chair
Fisher-Pricemum. Approved

Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Smart Stages Chair

★ Best all-rounder gift
approx. RRP $55
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Melissa & Doug Wooden Shape Sorting Clock
Melissa & Doug

Melissa & Doug Wooden Shape Sorting Clock

Best screen-free value
approx. RRP $25
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Wonderbly "The Little Girl/Boy Who Lost Her/His Name"
Wonderbly

Wonderbly "The Little Girl/Boy Who Lost Her/His Name"

Best personalised keepsake
approx. RRP $35
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How to choose first birthday in Australia

Choosing a first birthday gift means balancing safety, developmental value and longevity. Look for products that meet Australian safety standards (AS/NZS 8124) and check for small parts that could be choking hazards. Personalised books grow with your child and become keepsakes, while classic wooden toys offer years of open-ended play. Ride-ons are brilliant but consider your storage space and whether your little one is already cruising. Budget matters too. You'll find quality options from around $30 for board books and stacking toys up to $150-plus for ride-on luggage or scooters. Remember that one-year-olds are just as happy with the wrapping paper, so don't feel pressured to overspend. Focus on what suits your family's lifestyle and your child's current developmental stage.

How we compare. mum.com.au reviews are independent. We research every product and compare them honestly. A ✓ Verified price is one we’ve checked live at the named retailer; approx. RRP is an indicative recommended price from our research, not a live retailer price. Always check the retailer for the latest price.