Tiffany Brush, $200
Most 1-year-old stuff is practical if not pretty, but a Tiffany baby brush is an heirloom piece you can actually use. I give my daughter’s soft hair a quick smoothing down with ours daily, and it’s something special she can pass on to her child many years from now.
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Bandana Bibs, $9.99 each
Let’s face it: 1-year-olds are messy, and when those molars are coming in, drool is everywhere. But your toddler can look cool while keeping her shirt clean and dry with a handmade “bibdana” from Trendy Twins Company.
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Quiet Book, $25.99
While 10 minutes of peace and quiet might seem like an unattainable dream to moms everywhere, the My Quiet Book just might make it happen. Filled with fun shapes, textures, and more, it might just nab you enough time to indulge in a half cup of hot coffee, if not the nap you so dearly deserve.
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Sports Center, $47.48
You get double the active fun for your 1-year-old sports fan with V-Tech’s basketball and soccer scoring station. Pre-walking, the toy lets them practice rolling the ball into the net; once they’re up and running, it’s perfect for kicks and throws. A LED light-up scoreboard and encouraging sound effects provide even more entertainment for any athletic babe.
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Activity Bench, $16
All the fun of a tool bench without the worry over small parts. Melissa & Doug’s Deluxe Pounding Bench Activity Center can take all the banging your little one can dish — and its bright, colorful pieces make it a hit with toddlers everywhere.
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Piggy Bank, $14.99
I don’t know about your toddler, but mine is trying to get into my wallet constantly. It’s adorable (and annoying!). This piggy bank gives your 1-year-old the freedom to play with money safely as the pieces are large enough for this stage of life. It also provides early counting practice for young, absorbent minds.
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