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What Do You Do with Your Kids Outdoor Toys?
Asked by C.P. from Houston
on February 8, 2009
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We have so many outdoor toys, and they get so dirty after it rains on them a few times. I thought about moving them to the garage after each use, but that's a lot of w...
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- Outside toys, that can be carried, can be placed in a wagon and rolled into the garage. The riding toys, driven into the garage.. The big climbing things, just spr...
- We have a rubber bench / box. Otherwise bikes, scooters, etc. are in pump house. Look into a small shed maybe. ?
- I just hosed mine down with a high pressure nozzle on the garden hose, then washed them down with dish soap and a wash cloth and hosed them again. Good luck, hope thi...
Mildew on Bath Toys
Asked by C.M. from Portland
on June 16, 2008
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My daughter has a bunch of bath toys, including a couple of bath babies that she will just not part with. I have tried drying everything after her bath and her toys s...
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- Laundry bleach will remove mildew without affecting the toy's plastic. It can be diluted at least 4:1 and still be effective. It should be rinsable with clear water.
- I am involved with an essential oil company and one of the products is a household cleaner with pure essential oils that will clean fungus and mold - so it would proba...
- I washed my kids bath toys in bleach and then ran them through the dish washer. You can also try Tile X mold and mildew cleaner and then run through the dishwasher
Spot Cleaning Toys
Asked by M.K. from Los Angeles
on August 10, 2009
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A lot of the toys my son has, mainly stuffed animals, requires you to spot clean only. Does anybody have any good idea's on how to do this effectively?
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- I know, I'm the worst mom on the planet. I throw everything into the washer....on a super gentle cycle, if need be and everything turns out fine....including stuffed ...
- My rule is: If it's not washable it's not made for a baby! ;)
- With all the spit up, juice and milk spills, toys get gross. Unless it has mechanical parts (a battery compartment) I DO throw the toys in the washing machine on gent...
Looking for Used Outdoor Toys
Asked by M.M. from Kansas City
on August 24, 2006
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I am looking for good used outdoor toys for my daycare. Mine are getting very worn. If anyone has any they are interested in selling let me know. Thanks!
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- One the best place I have found is the Children's Orchard.
- You'll find lots of these types of items at an upcoming sale in Lenexa: Kid’s Closet Consignment Sale. The sale dates are Sept. 26-29 at the VFW Hall, 9550 Pflumm. The...
- I have an outdoor hide and slide climber that we are selling. It's the sturdy plastic and is pretty big. It has a slide on each side with a little house to walk into a...
Natural Toys Needed in Plano
Asked by R.T. from Dallas
on August 28, 2008
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I was wondering if anyone knew of a good place in Plano (or anywhere in the Dallas area is fine) where I can buy healthy, organic or natural toys for my infant daughte...
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- babies r us now carries some natural toys. Whole Foods and Central Market also carry some great ones. Online is your best bet, though. Amazon and oompa toys are my ...
- R., Peppermint is a store in Richardson that sells all sorts of natural baby and child things. Haven't been there myself, but plan to go soon! Good luck.
- Try thesoftlanding.com. They also have bottles and sippy cups as well as things for adults.
Cheap Wooden Toys
Asked by K.M. from Denver
on November 8, 2010
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Right now my husband and I are graduate students and work. So, we are pretty poor but I don't want that to stop my son for having good quality, educational, beautiful...
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- Back on the Rack in Denver is great. They consign clothes, toys. Baby equipment, etc.... I have found wooden puzzles, blocks, and even a wooden kitchen there. I have a...
- Melissa and Doug have GREAT great toys that are hand made, wooden and educational. In addition to them being sold at Marshall's, TJMaxx and HomeGoods for cheaper than ...
- Check the craigslist in your area.
Giving Away Toys
Asked by L.P. from Pittsburgh
on December 7, 2010
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I'd like to begin culling through my son's toys and books (he's 3), and give them away to charity as a way of beginning to learn how to help those less fortunate. Pro...
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- L., Do you belong to a church? I know ours has a lot of mission outreach. Plenty that local and far away. Calling a church may be able to help you with any local group...
- I did a mass cleaning and offered them free on craigslist. I recieved more than 10 emails that 1st day. Hope this helps!
- I would call first before taking them anywhere. Because of the law that passed in 2008 requiring proof of safety before selling/re-selling, tons of places can no long...
Secondhand Outdoor Toys
Asked by R.K. from Washington DC
on April 4, 2010
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Does anyone know a goodplace to get secondhand toddler outdoor toys? I wouldn't mind paying litle more if tehy are in good condition. Thanks!
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- Same as others, esp. Craigslist. You can sign up with freecycle if your area has it too. I even put an ad in the local paper (pennysaver is free) asking for them. S...
- Hi, you got GREAT asnwers. Freecycle.org, craigslist.com, there's a kid's consignment shop in Centreville called Kid to Kid, kidtokid.com (you can also sell items her...
- I second craigslist. I found a perfectly good turtle sandbox for my guys that, in store I would have paid 50 for and got it for 17. But again, also as mentioned, yar...
How Do You Sterilize Toys and Books?
Asked by K.R. from San Diego
on March 28, 2008
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I spot wash toys when dirty, but how do you sterilize toys that can not be soaked in water? Is there a way to use the microwave? In particular I'd like to do the stu...
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- I use a spray by Pampers call Pampers Clean and Play. A lady I spoke with at toys are us said thats what they use to clean the toys when the guest leave. But I have ...
- I wash all the stuffed animals in a warm cycle in the washer,with regular detergent. I don't think books will be a problem as your girl won't probably put them in her...
- Vinegar is my best friend. Put some vinegar in a spray bottle diluted in water and spray away. Vinegar has natural disinfecting properties.
Toys for 12 Month Old
Asked by B.R. from Dallas
on December 2, 2011
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I have been asked to make a Christmas list for my son who by the time Christmas comes along will almost be 12 months. I am looking for ideas ... maybe your child had a...
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- Playskool's Busy Ball Popper was by far the favorite at that age. Endless fun!
- Shape sorters, push/ride on toys, balls, anything with wheels, blocks, shakers, etc. At this age, most toys are "educational" because they can help with motor skills ...
- I know I've recommended it a bunch of times, but it's because I really believe in it and have seen the educational impact it's had on my own kids... You have to check...
