Surprise them with handpicked gifts they will want.

When they reach the 12 month mark, whether they're crawling or walking, they're ready for play before you're ready to open your eyes. The toys to gift are those that provide more than a few minutes of play-time, and ones that can be used over and over. Sorting colours & posting objects provides a sense of accomplishment and a game they can master by themselves - Sort n Tip Garbage Truck & Navy Baby Loose Objects both provide two ways to play! Water based play is always a pleaser, especially ones that don't make mess! We have a range of "magic" painting toys for little ones to create with water, and there's no cleaning up! Bath toys that provide fun and can be used without a full tub of water will be a hit, see the Boon Pipes for hours of entertainment.

The sweet handpicked gifts you know they need.

1 year old's are still at that age where they just need to be loved, fed, and made to wear socks! Lamington are NZ made 70% merino socks that are both warm and cute, and the perfect length for little ones to keep on. Exploring food and drinks gets a little easier (or challenging?) with their newfound independence. Food and drink on the go are ideal, Pouchees can be reused for yoghurts and purees with a lid that means it won't leak if tipped! The Sippy Cup with its weighted straw means your little one can drink however and wherever they want.

The coolest threads you know they'll wear.

Call us biased but we love Hello Poppet and we know it will become your favourite too. The range of staples for everyday wear is extensive, but you can't go past the Bodysuit, a versatile piece for any outfit and you know they'll be warm in the longsleeve 95% cotton suit. Swimwear for those showing their inner-fish skills - check out the cute range of prints in the Emerson and Harper Swimsuits. Whether you've started your cloth journey yet or want to check it out, One Size Fits Most nappies are perfect - choose suede or bamboo inners and do your best to choose your favourite print!

Gift the best books everyone will love to read - again & again.

Encouraging a love of reading early on is one of the best gifts you can give. Reading is learning made fun, especially with the vast range of books available, fun rhymes, exploring feelings, shapes and colours and learning te reo Māori, books take you on an adventure time and time again, and when they start to recite it back is a whole other feeling!