Wooden Baby Rattles and Teethers
A baby's first toys should be safe to grab, shake and mouth. Wooden rattles and teethers are naturally antibacterial, free of the chemicals that worry parents about soft plastics, and pleasant to hold. These make lovely, useful new-baby gifts.
At a glance
Our top 4 picks
Skwish Classic Rattle
A collapsing wooden-and-elastic ball that is endlessly graspable. A baby-shower staple, 0 months and up.
Wooden Rattle & Teether Set
A gift set of natural wood rattles and teethers, smooth and lightweight for newborns.
Heirloom Wooden Rattle
A beautifully simple rubberwood rattle, the kind that gets handed down.
Natural Wood Teething Ring
A plain organic maple teething ring with no finish at all. As safe and simple as it gets.
What to look for
- Choose untreated wood or a food-grade natural oil or beeswax finish for anything a baby will mouth.
- One-piece or securely assembled designs only, with no small parts that could come loose.
- Lightweight shapes that fit a tiny fist get used the most.
Common questions
Are wooden teethers safe for babies?
Yes, when made from a single piece of untreated hardwood or finished with food-grade oil or beeswax. They are naturally antimicrobial and free of BPA and phthalates.