Non-Toxic Toy Brands: A Guide to Safe Toys for Babies and Kids
CouCou (hello) and welcome back to our blog! In this blog, we’ll be talking all about our favorite non-toxic toy brands here at CouCou and why you should choose non-toxic toys for your kids.
You can never be too careful with the toys you give your children to play with. It might seem like toys can't be that bad, especially since the regulations for toys are tighter than ever, however, these regulations are far from perfect and don’t always completely protect the health of our kids. That’s why, we want to take a moment to highlight 5 of our favorite non-toxic toy brands that we carry here at CouCou.
5 Non-Toxic Toy Brands We Love at CouCou
We Are Gommu
We Are Gommu is a brand that is dedicated to creating beautiful non-toxic baby toys. Their toys are made with natural rubber, making them free of harmful chemicals. Not only is natural rubber a non-toxic material, but it is also sustainable. We Are Gommu toys are made with 100% natural rubber from the Hevea tree and are biodegradable.
Our collection of toys by We Are Gommu includes baby dolls and accessories. Their toys are designed to stimulate the senses and promote the development of both cognitive and motor skills. The natural rubber material is soft and gentle, making it perfect for teething babies. And, they come in a variety of fun colors and are easy for babies to grip!
Fagus
Fagus is another one of our favorite non-toxic toy brands, and you can see why! The brand is dedicated to creating high-quality wooden toys that are both non-toxic and sustainable. Their toys are designed to last a lifetime and to be passed down from generation to generation. Fagus toys are made with German beech wood, which is a durable and safe material.
The collection of toys by Fagus includes a variety of different vehicle toys including trucks, tractors, and cars. Their toys are designed to promote creativity and imaginative play, allowing kids to go on fun adventures with their toys. We love wooden toys at CouCou. With their nostalgic and classic feel, sustainability factor, and their non-toxic durable build, what’s not to love? We’ve even written an entire blog dedicated to the brand discussing why wooden toys are better.
Fagus also employs people with disabilities to create these gorgeous heirloom toys - another reason to spend your budget on this incredible brand that is producing and doing good!
Maileg
It’s no secret we’re in love with Maileg at CouCou. This is another brand that we’ve featured countless times, for good reason! Maileg is best known for its Mouse World, which includes adorable little mice, as well as a bunch of fun accessories that allow you to create your own mouse world.
The Maileg mice are made with natural non-toxic, recycled fibers like cotton, linen, and wool. Likewise, their accessories are made with high quality materials like metal and wood. What makes this collection so special is that each mouse is either hand-made or finished by hand, meaning no two mice are identical!
Ostheimer
Ostheimer is a German brand that is best known for its collection of handcrafted wooden animals. Their toys are made with high-quality materials and are designed to promote open-ended play. Ostheimer toys are handcrafted using sustainably sourced wood and natural dyes, making them non-toxic and safe for babies and kids.
Ostheimer wooden animal toys are perfect for kids who love to play with animals, allowing kids to use their imagination to create fun adventures for their animals. The collection of toys by Ostheimer includes farm animals, forest animals, zoo animals, and even mythical creatures and fairytale characters. Their toys can be collected and mixed and matched to create unique scenes.
Cuddle + Kind
Cuddle + Kind is a non-toxic toy brand that is dedicated to creating beautiful hand-knit dolls that are made with 100% cotton. Their dolls are designed to be both beautiful and functional. The cotton material used to make Cuddle + Kind dolls is free of harmful chemicals, making it safe for babies and kids.
The best part about Cuddle + Kind dolls is that they are made with a purpose. For every doll sold, Cuddle + Kind donates 10 meals to children in need. Their hand-knit dolls are made with love and provide fair trade employment to artisans in Peru.
Cuddle + Kind dolls come in a variety of different designs including mermaids, unicorns, penguins, bunnies, and even puppies! The dolls come in a range of different sizes, making it easy to collect and mix and match. Their dolls are perfect for kids who love to play make-believe and have a soft and cuddly design that makes them perfect for bedtime.
Why Choose Non-Toxic Toys?
There are countless reasons to choose non-toxic toys for your child. Non-toxic toys are designed to be safe for babies and kids, making them a great option for parents who want to make sustainable and non-toxic choices.
Reduced Exposure to Harmful Chemicals
Traditional toys are often made with harmful chemicals including BPA, PVC, and phthalates. BPA is a chemical that is commonly used to make plastic toys. It is known to disrupt the endocrine system and has been linked to a variety of different health issues. PVC is another harmful chemical that is used to make plastic toys. It has been linked to the release of toxic chemicals including lead and phthalates. Phthalates are a group of chemicals that are often used to make plastic toys more flexible. They have been linked to a variety of different health issues including asthma and allergies.
By choosing non-toxic toys, you can reduce your child's exposure to these harmful chemicals. Non-toxic toys are made with safe and sustainable materials including natural rubber, wood, cotton, and other natural fibers.
Sustainable and Eco-Friendly
Non-toxic toys are not only safe for your child, but they are also better for the environment. Traditional plastic toys are commonly made with harmful materials including BPA, PVC, and phthalates and are not biodegradable. This means that they will sit in a landfill for hundreds of years, releasing toxic chemicals and contributing to pollution!
Non-toxic toys are made with sustainable and biodegradable materials, making them a great eco-friendly choice. Natural rubber toys are made with 100% natural rubber from the Hevea tree and are biodegradable. This means that when your child is done playing with their We Are Gommu toys, you can throw them in the compost and they will break down naturally.
Other toy brands, like Fagus wooden toys, are made with German beech wood and are designed to last a lifetime. Their toys can be passed down from generation to generation, making them a sustainable and eco-friendly choice.
Promotes Development and Creativity
Many non-toxic toys are designed to promote the development of babies and kids. For example, We Are Gommu toys are designed to stimulate the senses and promote the development of both cognitive and motor skills. Fagus wooden toys are designed to promote creativity and imaginative play. Their toys are built to withstand rough play, making them a great option for kids who love to play outside. Maileg stuffed animals are soft and cuddly, making them perfect for babies and kids. Ostheimer wooden animals promote open-ended play, allowing kids to use their imagination to create fun adventures for their animals. Lastly, Cuddle + Kind dolls are designed to be comforting to babies, while also promoting imaginative play in older kids, making them perfect for gifting and cherishing for years to come!
Final Thoughts
It’s safe to say that at CouCou, the toys your children play with are very important to us. Not only do we want your children to have fun playing with them, but we want to ensure that they will be safe.
Our carefully curated selection of high-quality non-toxic toy brands adhere to the strictest regulations. Better yet, they also have a mission to be sustainable and environmentally friendly. These are toys that you can feel good about giving to your children!
Shop our selection of non-toxic toys at CouCou, and be sure to check out our latest arrivals to stay updated on new non-toxic toy brands!
-Until next time, à bientôt!
