Wooden and ecological toys for babies (0-3 years old)

Wooden and ecological products are the best we can give to our children. Especially the smallest ones, because kids up to three years old play using all their senses, including taste, i.e. just put toys in your mouth. This means they must meet the strictest health and safety standards. What are the best eco toys for toddlers? Wooden, but also properly preserved or painted.

There was a time when wooden toys were a thing of the past. We love products made from modern materials. The last decade has gradually made us realize the benefits of this noble material that is wood. Parents are increasingly asking the question: “What are the best environmental toys for young children?” or "Are wooden toys really sustainable if we use our natural raw materials?" The answer to the second question is YES! First of all, ecological toys are those whose production, as well as their use and storage, cause the least harm to the environment.

Wooden toys, especially those in natural color, as well as colored with ecological substances (this information can be found on the packaging), are made in the most environmentally friendly way. They are also the safest for the health of users, which is especially important for children under three years of age, who have a natural tendency to chew what they hold in their hands.

When it comes to storing toys after the fun is over, we have two advantages. First, wood as waste is not harmful. Secondly, wooden toys are very durable. They can last not only for years, but also for decades. This means that once produced, a toy can serve many children, which is good not only for the environment, but also for the parents' budget. I myself remember the rocking horse my dad used to play with his siblings and neighborhood kids, and then me and my 8 cousins! So on one decent toy almost 20 children were brought up.

One more note before we move on to reviewing the toys. In the case of wooden products, you need to pay attention to the fact that what has been preserved (for example, varnish, oil) and colored. The best products are, of course, raw products (but they change color over time) and processed with ecological substances. Look for information about this on the packaging.

Wooden toys for babies

In the first months of life, a child does not need many toys. In fact, he will only use good teethers and rattles - other toys will be more decorative. It is even more important to ensure that the things that the baby will play with are as safe as possible for his health. Let's start with the fact that wooden and eco-friendly is not synonymous with expensive, although this is exactly what we associate with products marked "eco". Here are some examples of toys that are universal in size and color, made of wood that is safe for kids, varnished and stained:

• Rattle Moon and Star - fixed with beeswax and costs about a dozen zlotys. It has similar benefits;
• Rattle with a bird, in which you will find elements that perform the function of a teether.

And if you're looking for a classic, simple yet eco-friendly teether, you should recommend the following:

• raccoon,
• Ladybug,
• So, LullaLove.

Wooden toys can also be used in a very practical way, i.e. pacifiers, necessary in the first year of life (attach the pacifier on one side, attach it to the baby's clothes on the other). For example:

• colorful confetti balls, pendants,
• colorful houses.

These toys will open up a world of color for your child and encourage them to practice grasping, pulling and spinning. A gift that is sure to please young parents will be a Game Center made of quality wood at a good price.

Eco toys for a one year old baby

While toys for a child under one year of age are designed primarily for lying or sitting activities, in the case of one year olds, it is worth looking for something that encourages the baby to practice walking skills. All riding toys will come in handy, for example, small simple themed cars.

Pushers will also prove useful at this stage. Theodore the raven hits the ground with its rubber feet that rotate on wheels, pushing him, and this effect encourages the child to continue playing. But it can also be a whole toy multifunctional harvester, which, in addition to being a stable support when walking, turns into an exciting educational toy, such as EcoToys Pusher, in the “parking lot”.

While learning to walk, not only push toys are useful (on which the baby can lean a little), but also pull toys, which require much more balance skills. In addition to the classic string cars, all animals are very popular, which children treat as friends and, for example, take them for a walk in the house or garden. In this case, we recommend:

• Rabbit from Plan Toys is a set with a modern design,
• A dog from the Viga brand - to some extent, will fulfill the dreams of your own pet,
• Zebra Trefl - will introduce the child to exotic fauna.

Of course, the choice of toys of this type is huge. It is worth remembering the choice of wheels - the more difficult the surface, the larger they should be.

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It is quite natural that when our one-year-old discovers walking and pleases us with it literally at every step, we want him to sit quietly at least sometimes. There is nothing wrong with this, because a two to three year old child is the perfect moment to practice concentration and perform tasks that require concentration and attention. All kinds of puzzles, rebuses and above all wooden blocks will be brilliant.

When it comes to bricks, it's enough to remember which sets we started with. Do you remember the classic wooden elements of various shapes that could be found in every children's room? We spent long hours on them! If you're lucky, you'll probably find them in your parents' attic. If not, then be sure to check out their slightly modernized version - wooden blocks that connect with a magnet! So they not only allow you to build interesting structures, but also have the magic of attraction that children love. This, in turn, makes the structures much more durable, which is especially important for young children. Despair after an accidentally destroyed building can be really great. Wooden magnetic blocks can be found in two versions:

And since we are talking about toys for babies, let me remind you that especially for the smallest children, you should not take risks and buy toys of unknown origin. Products for babies, one-year-olds and two-year-olds in Poland must meet very strict standards. By buying from reliable sources, we can be sure that they have all the necessary approvals.

More tips on toys and wise help in child development can be found on AvtoTachki Passions in the Children's Hobbies section.