Instead of hitting up big box retailers for baby toys, new parents can explore independent businesses like Pebble, which gives parents the opportunity to buy natural, ethical and handmade alternatives. Not only does each Pebble purchase benefit the baby receiving the earth-friendly item, but it also empowers its creators through the non-profit organization Hathay Bunano in India. The Pebble baby crochet is created by women in Bangladesh who are given fair income earning opportunities, which enables them to support themselves and their families.