*Global Mamas is the name brand for goods produced by small women-owned businesses in Ghana; it is recognized by the government of Ghana as an NGO.

Push-along toys are great for growing babies, first as they start to sit up and then as they learn to crawl and shuffle around, following the toy as they push it. This simple, bright and cheerful wooden duck is made from sustainable rubberwood and produced under Fairtrade conditions in small factories in Asia. Rubber wheel trims protect the floor and help the duck roll smoothly. This is the kind of toy that is kept and handed down to younger siblings and even for the next generation. A baby gift that is guaranteed to please new parents who prefer natural materials to plastic and who are concerned both for their baby and for the planet.

Costs $17 at Gorgeous and Green

Deep pink with a chocolate trim this quality jacquard-weave baby blanket will look and feel great in any new baby’s nursery. It is made by Kee-Ka from 100% certified organic cotton which is produced to fair trade standards, so is eco-friendly as well as non-toxic and chemical free. It is rather pricey for a blanket but if you can afford it makes a generous gift at a baby shower and eco-conscious moms will appreciate both its luxurient quality and earth friendliness.

Priced at $61.19 from amazon.com
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Mooey Cow is a gorgeous 11inch long cuddly toy from Peru.

She is just waiting to be cuddled by baby and is safe and organic. She is made using organic cotton, and her insides are filled with polyester which inhibits the growth of any harmful mold. Eco friendly dye is used for the coloring.

The company was started by a small family who wanted to provide work for them and their villagers. It grew and now employs hundreds of rural Peruvians.

As it’s made from organic materials, no pesticides or harmful chemicals have been used in the manufacturing process which is good for your baby, and good for the planet.

Available for $28.99 from Oompa

Price $28.99 

Sweet and adorable hand knit sweaters by a Fair Trade artisan group. Eco friendly organic cotton yarn and low impact dyes. A little pricey, but made to last and pass down to a little brother or sister!
$58.00 at Indigenous Designs

Wrap up your little one in this beautiful pink or blue patchwork blanket. The soft blanket is made from 100% cotton, lightweight and durable, so it can handle abuse from your prince or princess! Each patch is hand sewn to give every blanket a unique feel and heirloom quality to it. The patchwork piece is machine washable, so when your baby carries it everywhere and it gets dirty, you can wash it and not worry about it being destroyed.

The blanket is made by Yellow Label Kids whose clothes and toys are hand-made by artisans who are paid living wages under Fair Trade practices.

available through Wild Dill for $60.