Having safe gift for childhood holiday. Whatever holiday your family celebrates this time of year, there is something universal and iconic about the childhood holiday gift. The wishlist. The desire. The anticipation. Whether you believe in Santa or not, the frenzied annual unwrapping of presents should not result in a dangerous item.
 
What’s a parent interested in tradition and seasonal spirit to do? We asked some of our kindred bloggers what they’re watching out for this year. Hannah of Wild Mint reports that children’s toxic toys can contain hazards like cobalt and ethylene glycol. Hilary at Accidentally Green warns of cheap imitations of popular items that don’t face tough safety checks. Over at Laura’s Rules, mom Laura reminds everyone that decorations can be as unsafe as toxic toys, saying to watch out for artificial trees and holiday light strands, which typically contain both phthalates and lead.
 
While there are certainly safer toys on the market and many ways to find them, we really like Robbie’s idea at Going Green Momma. She suggests forgetting toys altogether and giving the gift of an experience.