| Whether you are looking for a small baby gift for an | | | | Bedding |
| acquaintance or planning a major purchase, organic | | | | Conventional nursery bedding, including sheets, blankets, |
| baby gifts should be at the top of your list. Organic | | | | crib bumpers, and mattress pads, contains many of |
| items for infants are safe, healthy and environmentally | | | | the same toxic substances used in the production of |
| friendly, and giving an organically produced gift is a | | | | infant clothing. These harsh chemicals surround the |
| great way to show your thoughtfulness. I've heard all | | | | sleeping baby for hours, causing innumerable health |
| the hype, but does it really matter whether baby items | | | | problems in the short term and later on in life. A |
| are produced organically rather than by conventional | | | | conventional crib mattress is filled with industrial poisons |
| methods? | | | | which can cause fetal damage, developmental issues, |
| All the debate on organic versus conventional | | | | and severe allergic reactions. Organic crib mattresses |
| materials may seem geared towards pitching a | | | | are manufactured from all-natural rubber, wool, and |
| product, but advocating the purchase of organic items | | | | cotton, which provide baby with a safe and |
| is more than just an advertising gimmick. Choosing | | | | wholesome sleeping environment. |
| organically grown and processed items is a decision | | | | Nursery Items |
| that can have long-term implications, not only on your | | | | Nursery items such as swaddling blankets, bath towels, |
| family's health, but on the environment and long-term | | | | and washcloths are often made from synthetic |
| sustainability of our culture. A brief description of the | | | | materials and toxic dyes, which can be problematic for |
| following common baby gifts will allow you to decide | | | | little immune systems. Organic towels, burp clothes, and |
| whether it is better to choose organic over traditional | | | | receiving blankets are soft and gentle on baby's |
| nursery items. | | | | sensitive skin. |
| Clothing | | | | Toys |
| Conventional baby clothing is manufactured from | | | | Baby toys are meant to stimulate the senses and help |
| textiles which are produced using harmful agricultural | | | | little minds to develop. Traditional toys are often made |
| practices which deplete soil and contaminate the | | | | by manufacturers who use thousands of chemical |
| nearby ground water. Harmful chemical pesticides and | | | | additives in items that will sooner or later find their way |
| herbicides are utilized, along with synthetic fertilizers. | | | | into a baby's mouth. Organic baby toys made without |
| During processing, harsh industrial chemicals are | | | | toxic dyes and harsh chemicals are ideal for babies to |
| present at every step of the process. Organic clothing | | | | grasp, gum, and explore. Bright colors, interesting |
| is made from materials which are grown using | | | | textures, and adorable features provide hours of |
| sustainable agricultural methods such as crop rotation, | | | | wholesome play and entertainment. |
| water management, and all-natural fertilizers. The | | | | Gifts for Mom |
| textiles are processed using only natural whiteners, | | | | Don't forget the expectant mother while you are |
| softeners and stabilizers, as well as non-toxic dyes. | | | | shopping for baby items. An organic nursing pillow will |
| Diapers | | | | keep mama comfortable and baby snug for that |
| Disposable diapers are made of synthetic, | | | | special and nurturing time. Organic nursing clothing is |
| non-recyclable materials which are causing a landfill | | | | stylish and comfortable, and safe for even a |
| nightmare. Organic cotton cloth diapers are absorbent, | | | | newborn's sensitive skin. Organic baby gifts are the |
| free of dangerous chemicals, and can be laundered | | | | perfect way to show how much you care and give |
| and reused as long as baby needs them; they are | | | | the new baby a healthy and happy start. |
| then recyclable. | | | | |