It’s baby’s first birthday, and it’s a big one—your child is officially a toddler! The best way to commemorate the milestone? A one-derful birthday party , of course.
Once you’ve picked a theme and made a decision on where to host baby’s first birthday bash, it’s time to turn your attention to the decor. The good news? First birthday decorations have come a long way since we were kids. Now you can find streamers, centerpieces, balloons and props to match every theme imaginable. Whatever style you go for, your items should definitely broadcast baby’s new status. Here, find our picks of the best first birthday decorations and props to add some pizzazz to your little one’s party.
Personalized photo banner
Bememo Baby Photo 1st Birthday Banner Image: Amazon Buying Options Amazon | $9.63 Walmart | $16.53We know your phone is filled with cute snaps—and now's the perfect chance to show them off. Partygoers will delight in reflecting on each month of baby's life, courtesy of this creative photo display.
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Silvima Wild One First Birthday Balloon Decoration Kit Image: Amazon Buying Options Amazon | $11.98Ready to go wild? These jungle-themed first birthday decorations for boys and girls are ridiculously cute and oh-so-trendy (hello, tropical leaves!). We're also obsessed with the "wild one" pun.
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PixelPerfectionPartyLTD Space Birthday Party First Trip Around The Sun Banner Image: Zazzle Buying Options Zazzle | $57.80Celebrate baby’s first 365 days on earth with this space-themed birthday banner. The navy blue backdrop is decorated with planets, the moon and a scattering of stars. Bonus: Add your little one’s name for a personalized touch.
Buy NowFarmyard centerpiece
Farm 1st Birthday Centerpiece Image: Oriental Trading Buying Options Oriental Trading | $4.89Going for a barnyard theme? Complete baby’s first birthday decorations with this fun, farmyard centerpiece. Printed with “Happy 1st Birthday,” this adorable centerpiece includes a paper barn, fences, a pig, a cow and a goat.
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Life is for the Fun Custom Face Cupcake Toppers Image: lifeisforthefun | Etsy Buying Options Etsy | $14.99How cute are these custom cupcake toppers? Simply submit a photo of baby’s face and select a hat color to create these unique first birthday decorations.
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Yaaaaasss! Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Banner Girl 1st Birthday Party Decor Image: Amazon Buying Options Amazon | $9.99 Sears | $15.97Don't settle for any old banner when you can decorate with this one. A children's rhyme, a one-year-old pun and lots of sparkles combine to leave onlookers totally starry-eyed. (Hint: First birthday decorations like this one make excellent photo backdrops.)
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Begonia Rose Co. First Birthday Floral Number Image: BegoniaRoseCo | Etsy Buying Options Etsy | Starting from $44.99Baby's blossomed into an amazing toddler, so tap into the beauty of blooms. Floral decorations are especially popular first birthday decorations for girls, but this number one sign can be personalized for any kid's party. Choose a color scheme, and the seller will bring your vision to life.
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Party City Wilderness 1st Birthday Fabric & Ribbon High Chair Decoration Image: Party City Buying Options Party City | $10Turn baby’s highchair into a throne for the day with this regal garland. This first birthday decoration boasts ribbons, pom poms and three burlap pennants that spell out “one” suspended on a white ribbon. Want to keep the rustic theme going? Pick up a coordinated yard sign and paper lanterns from Party City.
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Sweet Escapes by Debbie First Birthday Rainbow Balloon Garland Image: SweetEscapesbyDebbie | Etsy Buying Options Etsy | Starting from $18Take baby’s first birthday decorations to the next level with a balloon backdrop. Use this "one" pastel arrangement as an arch, a table-top garland or whatever else your heart desires. While
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BBA Homemade Fun-to-Bee-One First Birthday Centerpiece Image: BBAHomemade | Etsy Buying Options Etsy | Starting from $18Baby will be buzzing with excitement at a bee-themed party. Use this first birthday centerpiece, that spells out the word one, as the focus-point, and accessorize with black and yellow tableware.
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Anagram Winter One-Derland 1st Birthday Party Decoration Supplies Image: Walmart Buying Options Walmart | $11Celebrate your winter baby with these icy-blue first birthday decorations. Based on the pun “winter one-derland,” the kit includes a few different types of balloons to match your theme.
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Ginger Ray Cake Smash Kit Image: Target Buying Options Target | $13.19 Maisonette | $20Planning a cake smash ? This first birthday decoration kit has everything you need for a picture-perfect backdrop, from confetti balloons to a garland and banner.
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Tara’s Wonderworld DIY First Birthday Balloon Sculpture Image: TarasWonderworld | Etsy Buying Options Etsy | Starting from $15.70This balloon sculpture was made to be admired. The number one balloon is surrounded by animal accents. The best part? No helium is required to create this first birthday decoration.
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JoyBox Design Mosaic Balloon Frame Light Up Marquee Pre-Cut Kit Number 1 Image: Walmart Buying Options Walmart | $27.95Fill this giant number frame with balloons, lights or baubles to create a truly standout first birthday decoration. Assembly is required—so give yourself plenty of time.
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