the birdie blog

On “The Natural Wishlist” Kiwi Magazine’s picks for this season’s best eco-friendly toys.
Try as we might to create a world of complete gender neutrality, there are still boys who cringe at the idea of playing with a “dollhouse.” For those little boys and for girls too, there’s the Plan Toys Tree House, a three-story tree [...]

This adorable new line just arrived in store today. The Ecoleekos are here! Until now, I’ve never carried a line without seeing it in person first, but when I saw these in Cool Mom Picks, I knew they would be a great fit. They didn’t disappoint. They are simply adorable, the cutest little faces and [...]

Since the spate of toy recalls last year there has been a reexamination of the types of toys we give our children. Plastic, painted, battery operated toys are being edged out by new favorites.
Wooden toys durably designed and thoughtfully crafted are making a comeback. Quality is king, and attentive store owners are offering more [...]