The most beautiful first birthday gift ideas - something more than a toy

A child's first birthday is a moment full of emotion - for parents, grandparents, godparents and all those who have accompanied the little one in his or her first year of life. When choosing a present for the first birthday, we often go for the classics: toys, clothes, accessories. These will always come in handy - but if you want to give your little one's parents something really special, opt for a keepsake that will stay with them for years to come.

Personalised photo gifts are the perfect accompaniment to a practical gift - something that will remind you of this special stage of life and, over time, become a family keepsake. Here are 7 of the most interesting first birthday gift ideas for a girl, boy or young parents - sentimental and created with emotion in mind. 

1. Starbook - premium memories

If you are looking for a gift for your first birthday as a keepsake, the Starbook will be a hit. It's a unique form of photo book - the photos here are exposed on photographic paper, so the colours have an extraordinary depth and the whole product feels like an album straight out of a professional studio. It's a keepsake that won't fade either emotionally or literally - perfect for a baby's anniversary present.

2. Photo album - when you're looking for the perfect gift

Stiff pages that fold flat, an elegant sponge-padded cover and a finish that makes an impression - this is the photo album. Ideal as a first birthday gift for a girl or a boy, especially if you want to create something together with the child's parents or organise a group gift. It's the kind of keepsake that young parents will be able to put on a shelf and proudly display for years to come - not only to the little one, but also to relatives and friends. 

3. One-year anniversary photo book - 365 days told by photographs

Collect the most beautiful photos from your little one's first year of life and weave a story out of them. Add captions, dates, funny anecdotes and comments and... you're done! You've got a personalised gift for the first birthday that will touch, amuse at times, and become part of the family story. Such a photo book is also a great option as a gift from godparents, grandparents or family friends.

4. Prints - memories you can hold in your hand

Sometimes the simplest solutions are the best. Developed photos in an elegant box or slipped into an album are a universal gift and always the right choice. They can be arranged, browsed, put into frames. It's a beautiful addition to a larger gift - subtle yet meaningful.

5. Photo canvas - a beautiful birthday present

One unique photo - from the day of birth, a baby photo shoot or an everyday shared moment - transferred onto canvas. Such a first-birthday photo canvas will become a beautiful decoration for the baby's room or living room, and for the parents - a source of everyday emotions.

6. ClickPic - gift idea for the first birthday

A few photos in a modern frame that can be easily hung without a hammer and drill? This is possible with the ClickPics! They are perfect as a first birthday present for a child and will delight young parents in particular. They can be used to create a home gallery and are so simple to set up that you can easily put them up during the baby's nap - and still have time for a coffee 😉

7. Memo Prints - sentimental photos in retro style

Memo Prints are stylised Polaroid-like prints - with space for a signature and wooden stands or wooden pegs for display. A set of photos of your child's first year will not only be a touching keepsake, but also a beautiful design element. This is the perfect idea for a personalised first birthday gift.

Something personal, something from the heart

You don't have to give up classic gifts - instead, you can include something more personal. A photo album full of photos, a photo canvas of the day the baby was born, a box of prints from the first year of life - these additions stay forever and only increase in value over the years. For the child it will be a beautiful keepsake, and for the parents - a touching gesture and a reminder that that first year was really special!

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