Are bamboo textiles the next big thing in soft, sustainable natural fabrics? Unfortunately, claims about bamboo fabric’s naturalness and sustainability have been vastly inflated. While bamboo can be a relatively eco-friendly crop, the production process for bamboo fabric uses toxic chemicals, which cause massive environmental damage, endanger the workers who produce the fabric, and potentially leave traces on the fabric itself. Eco Fraud: Bamboo Fabrics While it is possible to make natural fabric directly from bamboo plant fiber, it has a rough, jute-like texture, and is only a tiny percentag ..read more

Why You Should Choose Organic Cotton As environmental consciousness grows, the demand for eco-friendly alternatives has surged. In response, many companies and brands have released “eco-friendly” products or “greener” alternatives. While this seems to be a move in the right direction, buyers must be aware of greenwashing, or false labeling, that makes a product appear more environmentally friendly than it actually is. To keep things simple, Bears for Humanity works with only the best: GOTS-certified organic cotton. This top-tier, no-corner-cut form of cotton is biodegradable and compostable. L ..read more

Remember that one stuffed animal, blanket, or toy that you just had to have by your side when you were younger? Your child might have one of their own now...Actually, most children reach an age in which they have a special toy that they create a special bond with. These special keepsakes that children are known as transitional objects, and they represent a very important step in a child’s psychological development. What is a Transitional Object? When a child is born, they instinctively rely on their parents as their primary source of care and love. Kids may struggle when their mother leaves fo ..read more

Here at Bears for Humanity, we’re not just for humanity, but for animals and the environment, as well! That’s why we wanted to highlight to you, our caring customers, that June 8th is International Day of Action for Elephants in Zoos. Many zoos portray that their elephants are happy and healthy in their enclosures, but the truth is that any elephant in captivity is likely to have a much shorter lifespan than a wild elephant.  This June, Bears for Humanity will be donating 20% of all its sales to In Defense of Animals to help in their fight against elephant exploitation and captivity. That ..read more

Have you considered what harmful chemicals may be in your kid’s toys? Children, especially babies and toddlers, put almost anything in their mouths—it’s one of the ways they learn. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the ways they could potentially ingest harmful chemicals such as lead, phthalates, and fire-retardant chemicals. Children can also be exposed to toxic chemicals in toys by inhaling gasses released by their toys degrade over time.  Science shows that children are more susceptible than adults to toxic chemicals because children have a higher metabolic rate, have growing organs and ..read more

We are incredibly excited to be participating in the Celebrity Connected event at the AMAs on Saturday November 19th.  The event is centered on celebrity gifting, and we will be showcasing our new Christmas Bear line along with our adorable Animal Pals.  More importantly, we are focused on getting the word out about our mission and what Bears for Humanity is all about.   At Bears for Humanity, all of our products are made with 100% GOTS Certified organic materials in full compliance with Global Fair Trade practices. We lift our organic cotton suppliers in India out of insurmo ..read more

National Teddy Bear day is Sept 9th. Do you have a special friend to hug? Bears for Humanity’s GOTS certified organic, built in the USA Bears are the perfect way to celebrate.  Best of all, when you get one, you give one. For every bear purchased, a bear is donated to a child in need. Whether it’s to children with a life-threatening illness, an underprivileged home, or a needy veteran’s family, our bears end up just where we want them: with someone who could use a smile. Teddy bears are such a classic childhood toy. Most of us had a plush bear or two as children, and gifting stuffed bear ..read more

Bears for Humanity offers custom manufacturing of 100% organic cotton teddy bears and apparel. We were excited to work with the Guitar Center Music Foundation (GCMF) to create a very special bear to help support young musicians and music programs across the United States. The GCMF supports local music programs and music teachers through their grantee program. The GCMF partnered up with the Jerry Garcia Foundation and Bears for Humanity to create the Jerry Garcia bear. Proceeds from the bear have since gone back into grants for music programs around the country.  A Partnership in the Name ..read more

There are many tools that can help a child on their path to becoming a healthy adult. One of your child’s most valuable tools might be their beloved teddy bear. Teddy bears, blankets, and other cuddly keepsakes are known as transitional objects and they play a big role in a child’s journey to independence. The amazing thing about these simple toys is that they offer new lessons for each stage of a child’s development, from baby to adulthood.  Transitional Objects as Lifelong Guides   As a child grows, so does their curiosity and understanding about the world around them. Transitional ..read more

In 2020, around 57 million tonnes of polyester were produced globally. This material will take over 200 years to break down in a landfill. China is both the biggest producer and largest consumer of polyester fibers and polyester goods. Despite the fact that many global consumers are demanding greener products, the polyester industry continues to grow rapidly.  Polyester is cheap to produce and easier to manipulate than natural fabrics, so it is used in an astonishing amount of products from clothing, to kids toys, to sports equipment and everything in between. Since polyester is a form of ..read more