# Plant-Based Baby Teethers These Baby Teether Designs Are Made from All Natural Starches By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-01-28 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-teether References: [timetoplaymag](http://www.timetoplaymag.com/toys/6598/greenpoint-brands/my-natural-plant-based-eco-teether/) & [miyim](http://www.miyim.com/Eco-Teether-c-205.html) ‘My Natural Eco Teether’ is an adorable baby teether collection that’s safe for young infants and the environment. The baby teethers are made from a [plant-based bio-resin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aesop-toothpaste), composed of corn, potato and sugar cane starch. As well, the baby teether designs are totally free of BPA, phthalates, PVC and latex. The teethers are not dishwasher-safe, but they can easily be wiped clean with a damp cloth. The My Natural Eco Teether toys are designed for infants over the age of three months and are available for $11 each. The charming eco tethers come in different colored [dino, pony and elephant shapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dino-brush) with a range of multi-sensory surfaces and a ring for easy grasping when a baby needs relief for [sore gums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boiron-camilia-bedtime). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Plant-based Baby Products:** Incorporating plant-based materials can result in safer, eco-friendly alternatives for baby products. - **Multi-sensory Baby Toys:** Baby products with multiple textures and surfaces can provide a more interactive experience for infants. - **Natural Teething Remedies:** There is an increasing demand for natural and non-toxic teething remedies. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Baby Products:** Developing safer and eco-friendly baby products can result in a competitive advantage. - **Toy Industry:** Multi-sensory toys can provide a more engaging experience for infants and lead to increased sales. - **Health and Wellness:** The natural and non-toxic trend in teething remedies can lead to innovation opportunities in the health and wellness industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gamer-Themed Baby Teethers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/babyglitch.md) - [Elephant Teething Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moyuum.md) - [Kid-Friendly Biobased Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biobased-tableware.md) - [Sustainable German Baby Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-pharm.md) - [Flouride-Free Infant Toothpastes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-leaves-toothpaste.md) - [Plant-Powered Dog Chews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honestchew.md) - [Eco-Friendly Baby Care Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecopeacos-bath-bundle.md) - [Plant-Based Chewy Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-candy.md) - [Baby-Safe Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/else-nutrition.md)