Something they ‘want’, something they need, something to wear and something to read - cheesy but it works!
We created an Amazon registry and put foam climbing mats, instrument set, jumbo legos, toddler couch, vtech story book, play food for her play kitchen, ball pit and balls, busy activity cube, balance bike, toy cars, music mat, baby head protector backpack, and some diapers and wipes
Also some clothes
We’ve got toys for 12-36 months, clothes and books so far x
I would just go with the shapes sorters, ring stacker, and simple puzzles. But also the first 100 words books with all the pictures my son really likes those