A first birthday is a celebration not only for the baby but for the whole family: behind you is a year of sleepless nights, first smiles and first steps. Here you will find first birthday wishes: short ones, for a baby girl and a baby boy, for parents, from grandparents and godparents, plus poems.

For newborn wishes, see new baby wishes, and for older children, see birthday wishes for a daughter and birthday wishes for a son.

Timings are approximate: every child develops at their own pace. Google data and UFL’s own analytics, Ukraine: about 1.1K monthly searches each for first birthday wishes for a boy and in general

Short first birthday wishes

Happy first birthday, little one! Grow up healthy and happy.
Happy 1st birthday! May every day bring new discoveries.
Happy first birthday! Smiles, hugs and sweet dreams.
Happy first birthday, sunshine! May the world be gentle with you.
Happy first birthday! Good health and fun games.
Happy first big birthday! Grow up to delight your mom and dad.
Happy 1st birthday! May your first steps lead only to happiness.
Happy first birthday, our little miracle! We love you.

First birthday wishes for a baby girl

Happy first birthday, our princess! Grow up healthy, beautiful and happy.
Happy 1st birthday, little one! May your smile always shine and your eyes sparkle with joy.
Happy first birthday! May every day be like a fairy tale.
Happy first birthday, daughter! You are our greatest miracle. We love you endlessly.
Happy first birthday, sweetie! May life give you only kindness and love.

First birthday wishes for a baby boy

Happy first birthday, little one! Grow up strong, healthy and cheerful.
Happy 1st birthday, our little hero! May your first steps be the start of big adventures.
Happy first birthday! May every day bring new discoveries and joy.
Happy first birthday, son! You are our happiness. We love you so much.
Happy first birthday, big boy! Good health and a hearty appetite.

Wishes for the parents

Dear mom and dad, congratulations on your baby's first birthday! You've made it through the hardest and happiest year. Strength, patience and joy to you.
Congratulations on your little one's first birthday! May your baby grow up healthy and may you finally get some sleep.
Happy parents, congratulations! May your baby give you a reason to smile every day.
Congratulations on the first big milestone in your family! May your home always be filled with children's laughter.
Mom and Dad, you did great! Happy first birthday to your little treasure.

Wishes from grandparents

Happy first birthday, granddaughter! Grandma and Grandpa love you more than anything.
Happy 1st birthday, our grandson! Grow up healthy and happy — we will always be here.
Happy first birthday, our sunshine! You are our greatest joy.
Happy first birthday! May Grandma's pies and Grandpa's stories be with you all through childhood.

Wishes from godparents

Happy first birthday, goddaughter! Your godmother is always here and always loves you.
Happy 1st birthday, our godson! Grow up strong, kind and happy.
Happy first birthday! May the Lord protect you at every step.

First birthday poems

One year old — how fast it's flown!
Look how much our baby's grown!
First small steps and first big smile —
Happy birthday, darling child!

One little candle, one big cheer,
The sweetest, happiest first year.
May your days be filled with play
And love surround you every day.

A gift for a first birthday

Popular first birthday gifts are soft toys, balloons and educational toys, plus flowers for mom as a thank-you for the first year. For older godchildren, see birthday wishes for a goddaughter and birthday wishes for a godson.

Teddy Rudy — a soft friend for the birthday baby

More ideas are in the soft toys, balloons and flowers for mom sections.

3 helium balloons — a festive mood for a first birthday

FAQ

How do I write a personal first birthday message?

Address both the baby and the parents: wish the child health and joy, and wish mom and dad strength and patience. Recall what the baby was like a year ago.

What is a good first birthday gift?

A soft toy, an educational game, balloons or a photo book of the first year, plus flowers for mom.

What should I wish the parents on their baby's first birthday?

Strength, patience, quiet nights and joy in every new achievement of their little one.

For older girls, see our birthday wishes for a little girl.

Grandparents will find more in our birthday wishes for grandchildren.

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Author: Maria Svitlovir

Graduated from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Institute of Biology and Medicine (2001). BSc in Biology, MSc in Horticulture. Writes about plants, works at a garden centre selecting and repotting plants, and contributes to plant reference guides.

First Birthday Wishes