Whether it is because they have an innate sense that the food that nourishes their bodies comes from somewhere other than the supermarket or that they see farms on a regular basis, children enjoy acting out the farming life with their playthings.

(Via NovaNatural.Com)

   

Teething Bling^® was inspired by babies who like to tug on our jewelry. Made from the same material as many teething toys, Teething Bling^® looks great on Moms, Grandmas, Aunts and Caregivers but is safe for curious babies to handle and chew.

Smart Mom Jewelry is non-toxic, phthalate, BPA and PVC free and all pendants come with a breakaway clasp. CE marking approved. Considering Mother’s Day is a few short weeks away, this may be a smart gift for the new Mom in you life.

(Via TinyBoutique.Com)

   

For the kids who are looking to leave a light carbon footprint when going to play at the beach! Green Toys, Inc. has a good but limited number of toys available that are lead-free, and phthalate free.

Green Toys products are tested by nationally recognized, independent, third-party labs (located, yes, in the USA.) They contain no traceable amounts of Phthalates or BPA. They are also designed without any external coatings, eliminating the fear of lead paint.” ~ Green Toys, Inc.

All Green Toys products are packaged in recycled corrugated boxes with no plastics, cellophane or twist-ties, and are 100% recyclable. They make their toys from recycled plastic milk jugs, smart!

(Via GreenToys.Com)

   

Looking for some refreshingly guilt-free toy shopping? Consider Plan Toys (Palo Alto, California), the next time your looking for a gift for the little one.

Their manufacturing process has a very refreshing transparency to it. Meaning, it is clearly stated what they use when assembling this simple but beautiful toys -

• Organic Rubberwood,
• E-Zero (Non-Formaldehyde Glue),
• Water Based Dye, Recycle
• Recyclable Material, and
• Soy Ink & Water based Ink

They are available at a number of online outlets, but you should really check out their site, it is very informative and has their entire catalog of stuff - really nice stuff at that. The different places to buy their good is listed under FAQ’s (oddly enough).

Sit Walk Pup Pull Toy (pictured above) listed for $18.99

(Plan Toys Vis a Vis Moolka.Com)