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Happy first birthday wishes for a baby boy or girl and their parents: sweet, funny and blessing messages for the big 1st birthday.

100 wishes · Updated October 2026

First Birthday wishes for kids (14)

  • Happy birthday, baby. You are one. Clap, clap, clap.

  • One big candle for one little you. Blow, and we will help.

  • Balloons for you, cake for you, hugs for you. Happy first birthday.

  • You are one today. Let us sing, dance and play peekaboo.

  • Happy first birthday, little bear. Here is a big squeeze.

  • Today is your day, little one. Big smiles, please.

  • Look at you, one year old. You are so clever.

  • Happy birthday from your big brother. Can I have some of your cake?

  • Happy birthday from your big sister. I will share my toys today.

  • One little year, one little cake, one big party for you.

  • Happy birthday, little one. Here is a red balloon just for you.

  • Toot toot, the birthday train is here. All aboard for cake.

  • You are one, you are fun, you are our little sun.

  • Happy first birthday. Let us stack the blocks and knock them down.

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  • First Birthday wishes image: Happy first birthday, our sunshine.
  • First Birthday wishes image: A year ago you came home in a tiny blanket. Now you are crawling everywhere. Happy first birthday.
  • First Birthday wishes image: Your little one is one. Thank you for letting us be part of this happy year.
  • First Birthday wishes image: May the Almighty keep you safe and smiling, today and always.
  • First Birthday wishes image: Wishing your baby a very happy first birthday and good health always.
  • First Birthday wishes image: Toot toot, the birthday train is here. All aboard for cake.
  • First Birthday wishes image: Your parents planned a big party. You will probably nap through half of it. Happy birthday.
  • First Birthday wishes image: Big smiles for the birthday baby.
  • First Birthday wishes image: Your first word, your first tooth, your first wobbly step. We remember every one. Happy birthday.
  • First Birthday wishes image: Congratulations on one year of parenthood. Happy first birthday to your baby.

About First Birthday

A baby's first birthday is a big day for the whole family. It marks a year of first smiles, first steps and first words.

Families celebrate with a cake, balloons and relatives, and in many homes a prayer or a small puja. Some families hold a first haircut ceremony or other customs around this time.

First birthday wishes are for the baby and also for the parents, who have just finished their first year of sleepless nights and endless joy.

How people celebrate First Birthday

  • A cake for the baby
  • Balloons and decorations
  • Prayers or a puja
  • Family photos
  • Gifts of toys and clothes

How to wish well

  • Wish the baby, and add a line of praise for the parents.
  • Toys that are safe for a one-year-old make the best gifts.
  • Ask before posting photos of the baby.

Questions about First Birthday

What do you write on a first birthday card?

Wish the little one a happy first birthday and a life full of love, and congratulate the parents on a wonderful first year.

What is a short first birthday wish?

"One year of smiles. Happy first birthday, little one."

What is a good gift for a first birthday?

Soft toys, stacking blocks, picture books and comfortable clothes are popular and safe.

How do you wish your own child a happy first birthday?

Write about a favourite moment from the year and your hopes for them as they grow.

What do you say to parents on their baby's first birthday?

"Congratulations on a wonderful first year. Your little one is lucky to have you."

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