Over the next few weeks, I’ve decided to dig through PriceGrabber toys  and select my favorites. Since I’m rather particular about what my child drags around the house, chews on and is well, exposed to – posts over the next few weeks won’t appeal to everyone, but will be healthy for mind and body.

This week, I’m planning to cover dolls. Let’s start with first dolls. Since most child development experts recommend, less is more”, I try to look for dolls with no buttons; limited action and few features. Dolls that don’t tell children what to think, how to feel or are limited to the specific action they do (drink, pee, etc.) have more play value too!

I like dolls for infants and babies that spark the imagination. The fewer expressions and features the better. That’s why I like this Happygreenbee Organic Cotton Abbee Doll. It’s cuddly and huggable and perfect for dragging around the house by one leg.

It’s also organic, is certified by SKAL International, members of the Organic Trade Association and made by a company, Taraluna that uses fair trade practices and spends quite a bit of time ensuring that their products are green. I’m not sure where they make their toys, but I’m guessing – NOT IN CHINA!