The next time you are invited to a baby shower, skip the newborn aisle at the local discount store and offers the mommy-to-be an eco-conscious gift. Both the little bundle of joy and the parents will enjoy a "green" gift in the nursery. Toys, blankets, clothes and general nursery items need not be comprised of synthetic fibers, non-organic paints and chemicals. Give the gift of an earth-friendly start the next time you gather with friends to welcome a new life into the world.
* Bummis Super Whisper Wrap Diaper. The Earth-conscious cloth diaper covers at both attractive and affordable. They are machine washable and adjust in size as the baby grows.
* Adiri Natural Baby Bottles. The bottles can be used by nursing mothers and those who opt for baby formula. The bottle nipple configuration mirrors the shape of a natural nipple, so baby doesn't lose the ability to latch-on when not drinking pumped breast milk.
* Moby Baby Carrier. The fabric carrier wrap holds the little one comfortably next to your body. The baby will feel as if it is in a constant loving hug in the organic cotton wrap which doubles as a blanket.
* Earth's Best. Baby food may not sound like an exciting shower gift, but it sure will come in handy a few months after the baby has outgrown many of the initial gifts. Purchase a locally made basket, line it with an organic cotton blanket and fill it with all natural baby fruits and vegetables.
* Under the Nile Toys. All of the company's toys are made with fair trade materials designed to aid the baby during the teething stage. Infants can safely chew on the colorful toys while their little teeth begin to poke through the gums.
* California Baby Bath Products. The SLS free bath products will protect the baby's gentle skin from irritation while cleaning. The product is deemed safe for newborns with baby acne and eczema.
* Organic Bedding. Baby spends the majority of the day in the crib or laying on a blanket -- make it an Earth-friendly one. Instead of grabbing the cutest crib sheet set at the local store, read the labels carefully and choose a pretty yet eco-friendly sheet combination which is comprised of organic cotton or wool. Both fabrics are resistant to dust mites and bacteria.
* Babies in a Basket. These colorful handmade toys are made from cotton diapers and use baby socks for hats. They come in traditional boy and girl colors and are sure to look great on a nursery shelf until the little one is old enough to cuddle and play with them in the crib.
* Bun in the Oven. Presentation is everything. Be the hit of the baby shower with this adorable organic clothing set designed to look like a baking bun inside or a cardboard child-sized oven. If the parents-to-be also have a toddler at home, the packaging will have a second life as a culinary toy.
* Wood Rattle. Skip the plastic baby toys and choose a wood baby rattle which will surely become a cherished family heirloom. The hand carved rattle is comprised of walnut and maple wood. The contrasting colors, intriguing shape and smoothness of the wood will bring hours of fun to baby's playtime.
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