Handmade by an artist/Mom from Toronto Canada. These blocks are created from high quality, untreated reclaimed wood (unused hardwood scrap), ranging from maple, oak, walnut, cherry, and poplar. All the blocks are hand printed with non-toxic, solvent and metal-free inks; sanded; and finished with a food safe oil. There are a couple of designs available in your choice of a vintage or contemporary palette. Blocks are one of those toys which every kid should own!
$52.00 for a 12 block set at KaiKids

Feel secure when you give your newborn or infant this soft, plush toy. The cute elephant is made from 100% organic cotton and stuffed with unbleached cotton filler. Your baby can hold it, chew it, watch it and play with it for hours safely – why? There are no loose pieces and the eyes are embroidered. No chokeable parts! This would make a great decoration on top of a baby shower gift or in a new mom’s care package. The white elephant stands at 11” tall.

from Pure Beginnings for $22.99.

Dress up your newborn or infant in this super soft and snuggly one-piece outfit. The fabric is organic cotton and knit, making the outfit warm in the winter or breathable in the summer months. The elastic bottom makes for fast and easy diaper changing – of course, cooperative baby not included! The baby baggy comes in one size, which fits 0 – 12 months. The colors make it non-gender specific, so this would be an awesome baby shower gift for the expecting mom!

You can find the outfit at Pure Beginnings in four colors: natural, sage, lilac and blue for $22.99.

Here is a cute little toy that would make the perfect addition to your organic nursery. This teething ring doubles as a toy rattle and will delight your infant or teething toddler. The ring is made of all natural wool, left untreated so it is dye, toxic and scent free. The soft material cut to resemble a doll is from 100% organic cotton, with natural wool filling in their heads. The rattles are machine washable and completely safe for your baby to gnaw on while they work on those awful teeth!

The organic ring rattle is available from Eco Baby for $15.

Your baby can keep warm and be stylish at the same time with this adorable cashmere hat. The solid, bright blue color blocked hat is crafted from 100% recycled cashmere remnants from the US – what a clever idea. The stretchy hat is stitched together and then tied with two knots to give it a fun, playful look that any toddler will love and want to wear over and over again. The cashmere hat requires hand washing if it gets dirty.

The hat is available from Wild Dill for $25 and is also available in other colors.

You never know what you’ll find Under the Nile. No, not the river, the store! I came across this adorable stuffed monkey the other day and just had to pick one up. This one’s definitely a contender for baby’s first pal - and you won’t have to worry about the materials - this monkey is made with all organic Egyptian cotton.

Under the Nile, $16

If you want your baby’s first plushy toy to be soft, comforting, and 100% chemical free consider Summer Infant Nature’s Purest My First Toy Elephant. Made from super soft 100% naturally colored organic cotton interlock fabric, it’s absolutely 100% chemical free. It also has a jingle ball inside to keep your baby’s interest.

$12.99 at Amazon.com

Once you get the actual tree to plant, how about a companion tee for your tree? You’re never too young to inspire people. Dress your baby in this 100% Organic cotton tee and I promise you’ll get double the “ooohs” and “awws” and everyone you pass by will go home and plant a tree. Help encourage people to plant trees that suck more carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere and may help to reduce global warming.

$17.99 at Oscar and Belle

This has to be the perfect gift for a new baby girl or boy. it’s a grow a tree kit that includes everything you’ll need to plant a tree for the new arrival that will grow up right along with the baby. You could always say it is a belated Arbor day gift!

It’s a gift to feel good about - not only is it an environmentally friendly product, but a portion of the proceeds is also donated to organizations dedicated to the planting of trees and the development of wildlife habitat.

$19.99 at EcoExpress