How to buy a teddy bear
A teddy bear must be one of the most popular gifts given to a child the world over and everyone, irrespective of, whether they are young or old, male or female; loves teddy bears and have at sometime in their lives possessed one. In fact teddy bear fans profess that a bear is for life and not just for your childhood. Bears can be made from plain fur fabric or out of mohair and other expensive fabrics and they can be stuffed with anything from tights to cotton to rags to horse hair. Here is some advice for people who want to buy a teddy bear for a child.
A few suggestions
- First and foremost, fix a budget because prices can vary; the cheapest teddy bears cost as little as $1.00 while the more expensive ones are worth a fortune.
- Next, find out the type of teddy bear that your child wants. There are many different kinds available in the market and you want to make the right choice. You can discretely ask your child’s friends or the child herself what kind she prefers without letting the secret out.
- If you are buying a teddy bear for a baby make sure it has the CE quality test mark on it. You need to be sure that the small parts are sewed on tightly and cannot be swallowed by a child so tug its eyes and nose and take a look at the stitching to make sure that the stuffing cannot get out since tiny fingers tend to find holes.
- Check out the latest fads in teddy bears. Scout malls, supermarkets, mother care shops and even the internet. Since prices vary considerably, you need to be sure before you make the final choice.
Do’s
- You can join teddy bear events; they are very good for youngsters and even mothers with toddlers.
Don’ts
- Don’t buy a teddy that is not washable, especially if you are buying it for a small baby. Babies can be allergic to dust and certain kinds of material. Hence, assure yourself on that count before buying.