Organic baby toys don’t have to come in neutral, natural tones. If you find all those beiges and browns a little dull then this bright rose colored ball will appeal. It is made of soft 100% organic cotton inside and out and is a simple toy that will attract babies who are just starting to move about and grasp things. It’s safe to chew on for teething babies and they will enjoy rolling it as they move into the crawling stage. Designed and made in Germany, it is made to high quality and safety standards. The ideal baby-shower gift for the eco-conscious new mom who still likes a bit of color in her life. And a toy that baby will actually play with!

Costs $27.99 from Oompa

Dolphins are pretty special creatures, so it’s great to find a wonderfully natural wooden baby rattle in the shape of a dolphin. Beautifully designed to create a simple and satisfying shape for baby hands the leaping dolphin has a bell secured inside to make a gentle rattling sound. Made from sustainable hardwood and finished with natural beeswax it is safe for baby to teethe on. It is made in Germany to very high safety and quality standards. This would make a wonderful gift for a new baby, one that any mother will love you for, especially if she is fending off a sea of bright plastic toys from well meaning friends and family.

Costs $22.95 from ChildTrek

Frills and furbelows are all very cute on baby clothes, but when it comes to clothing a new baby will actually wear day after day, one of these organic cotton saques will score far higher on the list. Soft 100% organic cotton makes a cosy cocoon for baby and the elastic bottom makes changing easy for mom, especially in the middle of the night when you don’t want to be bothered with loads of fiddly snap fastenings. There are reversible handmitts on the sleeves to tuck up baby’s hands for warmth and to stop little nails from scratching. Gorgeous colors from blackberry to clover are all in natural, low impact dyes and so safe for sensitive baby skin.

Costs $ 29.90 from Cute Little Clothes

Socks may not seem the most exciting gift for a new baby, but you can be sure that they will be useful. Babies seem to be always kicking off and losing socks so have some bright ones that are easy to find again is always a bonus. When they are made from organic cotton and come in five rich colors and presented in eco-friendly packaging then they are transformed into the ideal little gift for a baby shower. This gift set has five pairs in green, chocolate, orange, red and black from low impact dyes. The girls’ set has pink instead of green and pink printed packaging instead of blue. Great colors and nice soft cotton turn an ordinary sock into a practical and appreciated gift.

Currently costs $20 at Kee-Ka.

Costs $17.99 at Kitsel