• Reasons to love My 1st Years

    August 29, 2021Behind The Scenes

    To our wonderful customers, please allow us to re-introduce ourselves … 

    It’s been a tricky few months for us but we are eternally grateful for all the love and support that you have shown us through this difficult time. While we get ready to reopen, we wanted to remind you of all the reasons to love My 1st Years. 

    100’s of high quality gifts

    Our extensive list of gifts covers some of your favourites from beautiful bunnies to …

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  • The best gifts to give a new older sibling!

    January 15, 2021Gift Guides, Gift Inspiration

    Welcoming a new baby to your family is a wonderful thing but it can create problems for their (now) older siblings. The transition from only or youngest child to older sibling is tricky for a lot of little ones who are used to having all or more of their parents’ attention. This can be a difficult time for young families to navigate, but a little toy or gift is a tangible way to remind a …

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  • The best keepsake gifts for new parents (and babies!)

    January 12, 2021Celebrate with us, Gift Guides, Gift Inspiration, Gifts

    If you’re looking for something to celebrate the arrival of a new baby in your life, we have rounded up the very best gifts that their parents are sure to love. For new parents, these first few months with their baby are a dizzying time, filled with sleepless nights and strange schedules. Help them to remember this precious period of life with a special keepsake gift to commemorate their new arrival. At My 1st Years, …

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  • The personalised Christmas gifts to shop now, according to My 1st Years staff

    December 9, 2020Celebrate with us, Gift Inspiration, Gifts, Meet The Team

    ‘Tis the season for giving, but how do you find the perfect gift? This year, it really is the thought that counts and at My 1st Years, we know just how much a personalised gift can mean. Our team members are here to share what they’re shopping for their own little ones and hopefully inspire you to find the right present for yours this Christmas. 

    Chris, Videographer & Photographer. 

    AKA, Dad to Holly. 

    “Holly has already begun …

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  • How to manage sibling jealousy on birthdays

    October 23, 2020Advice, Celebrate with us, Celebrations, Gifts, Parenting, Real life

    The big day has arrived, it’s your child’s birthday! The presents are wrapped and the party is planned but what about their siblings? When they’re really little, kids can have a hard time being patient, taking turns or accepting that today is not all about them because let’s face it, most of the time it is! 

    On birthdays, your other children may throw a tantrum, sulk or even refuse to participate. Don’t worry, you haven’t done …

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  • Gift Guide: Baby Shower Gifts They Actually Want

    October 12, 2020Celebrate with us, Celebrations, Gift Guides, Gift Inspiration, Gifts

    Whether you are attending a small in-person gathering or a virtual Zoom party, a Baby Shower is a wonderful way to celebrate an impending new arrival. This year it is difficult to provide new parents with the hands-on support that they need and choosing the right gift feels more important than ever. 

    If you are feeling overwhelmed or a little bit lost about what exactly to get, this simple gift guide is here to help. From …

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  • Here’s How to Build your Best Ever Blanket Fort

    July 2, 2020How to, Parenting, Things To Do

    As lockdown continues, we know how difficult it is to keep coming up with new ideas to avoid boredom at home. Enter the blanket fort, a childhood classic that will occupy and entertain your little ones for days. We know what you’re thinking: the mess, the faff…but what about the peace and quiet that giving your children a little space of their own could bring? Not only will the planning and building process keep your …

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  • Update: My 1st Years is making small changes to protect your little ones’ futures

    July 2, 2020Behind The Scenes, Gifts

    Here at My 1st Years we are passionate about caring for your kids and making the most of their 1st years and beyond. We want the best future possible for your little ones and we are committed to doing what we can to ensure this. We can no longer ignore the environmental dangers facing our planet and the actions that contribute daily to this ongoing crisis. 

    We want to help our customers to make eco-conscious decisions …

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