My youngest kid is now 12 (wah), but here is my original intro paragraph for this guide:
My “baby” recently turned 3. Unfortunately, his entire wish list consisted of plastic toys–from Legos to these weird Mashem things, there was nary a wooden/woolen/beeswax item to be found.
Needless to say, we are years out of the toy phase, but if you're not, we've got a whole guide reviewing the safety of almost 50 brands of toys.
This little roundup here is for those of you with babies and toddlers (I'm jealous!). All of these brands qualify as Good Stuff for the youngest set.
Apple Park
Apple Park makes adorable plush toys made from 100% certified organic cotton and OEKO-TEX 100 toxin-free dyes. These are stuffed with a corn fiber, making them plastic-free.
Bannor Toys
Wooden toys handmade in Iowa, and use only non-VOC paints.
Camden Rose
Amazing wooden toys and teethers. They will make anything untreated at your request, or use a beeswax/jojoba finish or a food-grade mineral oil (I don’t love the use of mineral oil in skincare products, but I’m okay with it in toys.)
Green Toys
Because these are made of plastic, Green Toys are technically only Okay Stuff. BUT, I am giving them a pass here because they are constructed from recycled polyethylene, a a non-leaching type of plastic. I like that these toys are made in America, too.
Grimm’s (also called Spiel & Holz)
German-made and non-toxic, although somewhat hard to find in the United States. These wooden toys are stained instead of painted, so no chipping!
Haba
Most of their wooden toys are produced in Germany, with non-toxic paints and finishes.
Hape
Made in China, but they maintain control of their factory and most of the materials (paints, etc.) are from Germany. I feel okay about this brand.
Kleynimals
I had two key-obsessed babies, and I was freaked out when I learned that not only are your set of house keys filthy, but they also often contain lead. Kleynimals 100% stainless steel toy keys are made in the USA.
Lovevery
Lovevery toys are made with safer materials like sustainably sourced wood, organic cotton, and water-based finishes. Many items carry certifications such as OEKO-TEX or FSC.
Maple Landmark
Their Schoolhouse Naturals line is free of any kind of finish.
PlanToys
Plan makes all of their toys in a sustainable factory in Thailand. It’s their own factory and they maintain control of the production, which is totally non-toxic and eco-friendly.
SigiKid
SigiKid offers plush toys, dolls, and soft rattles, and while not all of their items are organic, many of their plush toys use OEKO-TEX certified fabrics. Their products are made in Europe, and SigiKid maintains strong oversight of production to ensure safety and durability. I feel good about this brand for parents seeking well-made, non-toxic soft toys.
Spielstabil
This line of beach toys is under the Haba umbrella, and produces high-quality, nontoxic, plastic toys. All Spielstabil items are made in Germany and are all free of phthalates, BPA, lead and PVC. Spielstabil products are made of food-grade ABS plastic and anything that needs to be joined together is done so using hygenic ultrasonic welding rather than glue. Because it's plastic, this is Okay Stuff by my strictest definition!
Tikiri Toys
Tikiri uses natural, sustainable materials like organic cotton and pure natural rubber. Their rubber toys are hand-painted with non-toxic, water-based dyes, and the brand closely oversees production in their own facilities. Many of their items are certified safe for teething and mouthing, and they avoid plastics, BPA, and other synthetic materials.
Under the Nile
Under the Nile is simply the best when it comes to organic cotton lovies and teethers.
Wee Gallery
Felix, now 16, had toys from this brand when he was a baby! Wee Gallery uses organic cotton, FSC-certified wood, and nontoxic inks. Their designs are created with high-contrast artwork to support early visual development. I feel good about this brand for parents wanting simple, sensory-rich toys made with safer materials.
I hope this roundup of nontoxic toys for babies and toddlers makes finding the Good Stuff for the littlest ones in your life a little less insane!
Stay sane,
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