Wooden Toys:
Make Play Time Sustainable
Wooden toys are a healthy choice for your baby. Not only are they safe, but they are attractive, durable and can be passed down for generations.
You will, however, want to make sure your baby's wooden toys are finished with non-toxic sealers and paints, such as water or milk-based paint. Or if you want to be 100 percent sure, you can buy them unfinished and paint or seal them yourself. A toy's finish should not have a strong smell. Babies under three should not have toys finished with mineral oil, linseed oil or plant-based oil. Also avoid toys made from pressed wood. They are made with an adhesive containing urea-formaldehyde (UF) that irritate your baby's gateways (skin, eyes, throat) and make him nauseous. Pressed wood toys don't look as well made and are bumpy and unfinished at the edges.
Eco-Friendly Toy Options
If you are concerned about the environmental effects of using natural wooden baby toys, some manufacturers are making toys from Forest Stewardship Council FSC-certified wood and recycled wood to promote preserving our forests.One green manufacturer, Plan Toys, uses recycled, organic rubberwood trees, formaldehyde free glue and water based dyes and inks for its toys. You can find Plan Toys at various retailers such as Nubius Organics If you are looking for toys for a toddler or older child, you may want to check out Moolka's wooden toys. They specialize in european toys and focus on toy safety. They also disclose materials and the country in which the toy was assembled. Moolka has a wide selection of toys that ranges from wooden rocking horses to wooden play kitchen accessories. If you are not sure about all of the materials, always ask for clarification from the toy manufacturer.
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