Natural Toys for Kids Health

The recent recalls and news about toxins in toys manufactured in countries around the world have put parents into a frenzy, making them think twice about their children playing with the latest must-have toy. With the list of recalled toys growing regularly, prospective mothers like me wonder if any toy will be safe when our children are born. Certainly, every child needs and deserves play time. But how does a parent ensure a toy is safe to play with? And how do we avoid the all-too-common over-consumption and overflowing playroom tendency?

The answer is no further than right outside that playroom window. Nature has no recalls and nature has endless opportunities for education and enjoyment—enjoyment that will last much longer than that which comes from the must-have doll that is so quickly tossed aside.

Nature Has No Recalls: Getting Joy Beyond Toys from realmama.org