Great Organic Baby Gifts - Holiday Season 2008

Looking for a unique baby present this holiday season?

An organic baby gift may be the perfect answer. Whether you are a new parent or a friend or relative of someone with a newborn, you want your gift to be special. By purchasing a baby gift made with organic materials, you can feel confident that your gift will be safe for the baby to enjoy without any risk of exposure to potentially harmful toxins.

Did you know that traditional cotton is one of the most heavily sprayed crops in the world? Babies are fragile. Their internal systems are still developing so itýs best to avoid products that might contain harmful chemicals. Unfortunately, as parents found out last holiday season, you canýt always trust that products made for children are actually safe for them.

Benefits of Organic Baby Gifts

Organic products are typically made with certified-organic fibers such as cotton, wool or bamboo that have been grown without the use of toxic chemicals. In short, you wonýt have to worry about some unknown harmful substance putting you baby at risk. These products are better for humans and better for our environment as well.

So, if you are going to shop for a gift anyway, why not ýdo goodý at the same time! Here are some great eco-friendly gift ideas for the baby in your life.

Organic Cotton Layette

Itýs a fact. Babies need more clothes than you think. Between spitting up and diaper leaks, babies often end up wearing several outfits in one day. Baby clothes are always a great, practical gift. From onesies to yoga pants to full layettes, you can now find many baby clothes made with organic cotton. Whereas in the past, such clothes were only found in only neutral colors, todayýs organic baby clothes come in a variety of great-looking vibrant colors created by using eco-friendly, low-impact dyes.

Organic Caps and Socks

Babies arenýt able to regulate their body temperatures as efficiently as adults. So, itýs important to keep them warm especially during the winter season. Socks and hats can help. Consider buying organic cotton caps and socks to keep babyýs head and feet cozy during cold winter days.

Organic Cotton Hooded Towels

Bath time can be a fun activity that many babies learn to enjoy. Spread a little green cheer this year by buying a luxurious organic cotton hooded towel set to help keep baby warm and comfortable once bath time is over.

Organic Cotton Bedding and Blankets

Babies spend a lot of time sleeping, especially during their first year of life. Natural baby bedding can help protect a baby from the harmful effects of allergies, chemical sensitivities, and skin problems that may be caused from exposure to certain fabrics. Put together a gift set of organic cotton sheets and blankets what will keep baby comfortable for a good nightýs sleep.

Organic Toys

As babies get older, they love to play and learn. However, most parents know that babies put everything in their mouths so it is particularly important that toys given to babies are free of toxins. Consider natural baby toys made organic cotton or wool. There are plush toys, teething toys, teddy bears and more.

Babies are precious and shopping for them can be a lot of fun. Whether you plan to shop online or in a retail store, do a little ýgreen shoppingý and consider these practical, eco-friendly baby gifts.

Sheila Baskerville is a website editor and the mother of three. Visit http://www.natural-organic-baby.com to shop online for great organic baby gifts. Free sign up for The Go Natural & Organic Baby! E-zine at http://www.natural-organic-baby.com/go-natural-organic-baby-ezine.html .