MonkeyBean Toys major toy lines are discounted this month! Click HERE to Save 10% off Plan Toys, Haba, Melissa and Doug at MonkeyBean Toys. Now through Dec. 31st. No coupon code is necessary. Plan Toys is known for their unique, environmentally friendly wooden toys, made from replenishable, plantation-grown Rubberwood. Haba is a German manufacturer that […]
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 […]
Winner: Let’s Play Mail from Craftsbury Kids
The winner of our Craftsbury Kids “Let’s Play Mail” Giveaway is Bebemiqui who said… The tooth fairy pillow would come in handy around here. “Let’s Play Mail” was recently featured in Cookie Magazine as a top toy pick. It is sold by Craftsbury Kids, which is one of Mamanista’s favorite toy retailers and a winner […]
Back to Basics Coupon for 12% Off (Deal of the Day)
Back to Basics carries toys that spark the imagination, like this Wood Construction Site and this Jumbo Nok Hockey Game, both made in the USA. Take 12% off all merchandise at Back To Basics Toys, enter code EDISC2 at checkout! Or, Get 50% off Ground Shipping on all orders at Back to Basics Toys! Enter […]
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 […]
Tips for Safer Toy Giving
Here are some Tips for Safer Toy Giving this season. Don’t forget to check out our list of Toy Boutiques and Stores to Trust and our 12 Days of Gift Giveaways for more ideas for safer toy shopping and giving. Buy American (or European or Canadian): Western nations have stricter oversight, which is one of […]
Win a Natural Pod $100 Gift Certificate
As we search for products for their families that are wholesome and natural, we also realize that we can reduce waste and simplify our lives. Just a few, heirloom quality toys can replace the clutter. Natural Pod offers parents toys and other products for daily living that stimulate the mind, while keeping your family safe. […]
Win "Let’s Play Mail" from Craftsbury Kids
Craftsbury Kids is one of Mamanista’s favorite toy stores. All the toys at this mom-owned store were handcrafted by independent artisans and/or manufactured by small cottage industries. These are toys meant to inspire imaginative play and to offer an alternative to the generic, mass-produced plastic toys that are so prevalent today. Since all of their […]
Retailers of Safe, Non-Toxic, Lead-Free Toys and Gifts
These are stores that take special care with selecting non-toxic toys and informing consumers about their items. We’ve been working on a guide of our favorite safe toy picks. We also know that everyone has different kids of various ages with their own individual interests and ideas about the perfect toy. So, we’ve put together […]
Safe Lead-Free European and US Toys at BabyCenter
Baby Center knows that parents are concerned about toy safety. One way to ensure that the toys your children play with meet lead and other safety hazards is to buy toys made in Europe or the US where manufacturer oversight is more thorough. So, BabyCenter has created an entire category of non-toxic, lead-free safe toys […]
