Natural Pod has one of the most unique selections of heirloom-quality, natural and organic toys, clothing, and gifts. This Canadian-based store only stocks eco-friendly and child-safe wooden and cloth toys, organic clothing, and sustainable items, most of which are made in Canada, the USA, or Europe. My tot checked out a few of Natural Pod’s […]
Is my (Doll)House Safe?
A reader e-mailed us because she had concerns about the Melissa & Doug Victorian Dollhouse ($150, unfurnished) she had purchased for her daughter. After checking out the research we e-mailed her, she felt comfortable keeping this child-safe dollhouse. Melissa & Doug manufactures in China and many parents are understandably concerned about the lead paint recalls. […]
Language Littles Dolls Help Kids Learn Another Language
I want my daughter to enjoy the benefits of learning a foreign language. After reading The Bilingual Edge, I decided to introduce Spanish, since I’m proficient, and Russian, since I know a little and it is a heritage language for us. We read books in these languages, listen to Baby’s First Steps in Spanish, and […]
Dolls, Plush Animals, and Other Cuddly Friends
When I was little I did not really play with dolls, but I had dozens of “stuffies,” plush animals that I brought into bed with me every night. Every little child should have a constant companion, a friend that is so much more than the sum of its stitches and fabric parts. We know that […]
Win a Karito Kids Doll: Caring is Cool in Any Language
Children like dolls that let them role play their hopes and dreams. So if your child enjoys playing with dolls, why not give them one that encourages positive values? Karito Kids have spirit, kindness, and generosity…and a hip flair youngsters will adore. A true international bunch, the Karito Kids hail from around the world. Their […]
Win a Handmade Doll From HandCrafting Justice
Last Christmas, when Baby Diva opened this gift from her great grandmother, I just gasped! Little Red Riding Hood is so beautifully handcrafted and I adore how she helps tell a favorite fairy tale. This doll is part of a collection of reversible dolls, also known as topsy turvy dolls, that turn into other characters […]
