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Children grow very fast, as they grow a child will start to play with a wider variety of toys. Toys are not just created to keep children entertained but to help aid in mental development as well so it's important to have a selection of toys for your child to play with.

That being said it is also a financially challenging time for many of us and toys can add up very quickly. One excellent alternative is to purchase previously used toys resulting in considerable savings. With used toys come several safety concerns for many parents including the cleanliness of the toy, condition the toy is in, what the toys are made of in terms of out dated products and technologies. Here are several tips when investing in pre-owned toys for your children.

• Second hand stores such as Goodwill and other local thrift stores do have a minimum standard in terms of the products that reach the shelf. The toys tend to be in working condition and relatively clean.
• Yard Sales are an excellent avenue for purchasing close to new products for a very good price. Many toys are only lightly used before a child will lose interest, these toys often end up at the yard sale/garage sale tables. Yard sales also provide an opportunity for many products to be tested or inspected before you purchase the item.
• Check for Recalls for the toy you have purchased. Many older products used inappropriate technologies that lead to health issues for children including the use of toxins such as lead paint. Even the Shrek Glasses that were available at a wide variety of McDonalds this year were recalled for toxins.
• Take the time to thoroughly clean the toys when you get it home. Hot soapy water, bleach, cleaning products such as Lysol that kills germs and for plush toys putting them in the dryer will kill many germs or bacteria that could potentially be found on the toys.

These are just a few tips for purchasing used toys making both you and your children happy.

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