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Toddlers have a way of putting everything in their mouths. The corner of the bookshelf. The spaghetti they just dropped on the floor. Even licking your kitchen cabinets, just because they can.
Toddlers have a way of putting everything in their mouths. The corner of the bookshelf. The spaghetti they just dropped on the floor. Even licking your kitchen cabinets, just because they can.
We’ve all been there, and at a certain point you just give in. Young children experience the world through touch, movement, and taste. And while we can baby proof outlets and lock doors, some parts of their environment are harder to keep away.
Many conventional furniture pieces can contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs), flame retardants, phthalates, and other chemicals commonly found in finishes, plastics, foams, and engineered woods. These toxins become part of your household dust and indoor air, even if you can’t see them.
Experts say children are especially vulnerable to these environmental exposures because they spend more time close to the floor, breathe more air relative to their size, and frequently put their hands in their mouths after interacting with their surroundings.
The good news is that small changes can make a meaningful difference.
Below, we're sharing expert-backed guidance on choosing non-toxic furniture, simple ways to reduce household exposure, and a few thoughtfully made favorites designed for healthier homes and growing independence.
Essentials for a Healthier Home
Our furniture is designed with both child development and material safety in mind. We use natural wood, 0-VOC finishes, and third-party testing to help families create spaces that feel safer, calmer, and more intentional.
Shop the GREENGUARD Gold Collection: Thoughtfully designed furniture tested for over 15,000 VOCs and chemical emissions.
Piccalio Parents’ Digest
What our community is currently reading:
Why Non-Toxic Kids' Furniture?: Dr. Karr, MD and PHD, explains the risks children face at home and offers recommendations on how to keep your family safe from chemical exposures.
How Kitchen Tasks Build Executive Function in Toddlers: While cooking with your child, you can help them build important skills related to planning, decision-making, and task management.
The “I Can Do It Myself” Method: Parents want their kids to grow confident, capable, and self-reliant. Discover 5 ways to create confidence-building opportunities.
Thanks for being here with us,
How Kitchen Tasks Build Executive Function in Toddlers: While cooking with your child, you can help them build important skills related to planning, decision-making, and task management.
The “I Can Do It Myself” Method: Parents want their kids to grow confident, capable, and self-reliant. Discover 5 ways to create confidence-building opportunities.
Thanks for being here with us,
- The Piccalio Team
