Guides for parents who care about
what their children play with.
Waldorf dolls, natural toys, safe materials, and handmade gifts — written by the makers behind Heartmade Doll.
Everything we know about
natural, handmade play.
We've been making handmade Waldorf dolls in Ankara, Turkey for years — and along the way, we've answered thousands of questions from parents about materials, safety, Waldorf philosophy, and how to choose the right toy. This journal is where we share everything we know.
Topics that matter
to conscious parents.
The Heartmade Journal
Non-Toxic Toys for Babies | What to Look For & ...
"Non-toxic" is one of the most abused terms in baby product marketing. Here's what it actually means, which chemicals to avoid, and how to find baby toys that are genuinely...
Non-Toxic Toys for Babies | What to Look For & ...
"Non-toxic" is one of the most abused terms in baby product marketing. Here's what it actually means, which chemicals to avoid, and how to find baby toys that are genuinely...
Waldorf Doll Skin Tones | Choosing the Right Match
A doll that looks like the child it was made for sends a message no words can match. A complete guide to Waldorf doll skin tone options, how to choose...
Waldorf Doll Skin Tones | Choosing the Right Match
A doll that looks like the child it was made for sends a message no words can match. A complete guide to Waldorf doll skin tone options, how to choose...
Gifts for Moms Who Have Everything | Meaningful...
A mom who "has everything" usually means a mom who already owns the practical things. The most memorable gifts are things she wouldn't buy for herself — handmade, personalised, and...
Gifts for Moms Who Have Everything | Meaningful...
A mom who "has everything" usually means a mom who already owns the practical things. The most memorable gifts are things she wouldn't buy for herself — handmade, personalised, and...
Waldorf Doll vs Stuffed Animal | Which Is Bette...
Both Waldorf dolls and stuffed animals are soft companions — but they're made very differently and support different kinds of play. An honest comparison of materials, safety, play value, and...
Waldorf Doll vs Stuffed Animal | Which Is Bette...
Both Waldorf dolls and stuffed animals are soft companions — but they're made very differently and support different kinds of play. An honest comparison of materials, safety, play value, and...
What Is Open-Ended Play? A Parent's Guide
Open-ended play is one of the most important concepts in child development — but what does it actually mean? A clear, practical guide to what open-ended play is, what it...
What Is Open-Ended Play? A Parent's Guide
Open-ended play is one of the most important concepts in child development — but what does it actually mean? A clear, practical guide to what open-ended play is, what it...
Baby Shower Gift Etiquette | What to Give and W...
Baby showers come with an unwritten set of rules most people navigate by instinct — and occasionally get wrong. Here's a practical, honest guide to what's expected, how much to...
Baby Shower Gift Etiquette | What to Give and W...
Baby showers come with an unwritten set of rules most people navigate by instinct — and occasionally get wrong. Here's a practical, honest guide to what's expected, how much to...