Science shows warm water accelerates chemical leaching from plastics, and children often mouth bath toys during play. Plastic bath toys can also harbor mold and bacteria in their interiors, which children may be exposed to through squeezing.
Laurel recommends bath products made from sturdy, high-quality silicone and natural materials like organic cotton.
Laurel avoids plastic bath toys and wash cups, particularly hollow ones that can trap water and grow mold inside.
Tip: If you keep any bath toys, choose solid (not hollow) designs that can't trap water inside -- this prevents mold growth that children may squeeze out and ingest.