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Squishy toys: How to buy and dispose of them responsibly
Parents should avoid buying too many squishy toys to reduce waste.
In brief
Parents should avoid buying too many squishy toys to reduce waste. Parents can reduce squishy toy waste by buying fewer, checking for damage, and reusing toys. Originally reported by MadeForMums.
Squishy toys popularity
Squishy toys are soaring in popularity with Google searches rising 400% in the past year.
Search trends surge
Searches for 'squishy dumpling' increased 3,550% while 'squishy butter' searches rose 4,300%.
Recycling challenges
Many squishy toys are made from materials difficult to recycle, raising landfill concerns.
Waste management advice
Waste management experts at Divert.co.uk recommend careful buying and disposal habits.
5 responsible steps
Avoid buying too many, consider second-hand options, buy from reputable retailers, discourage damaging trends, and donate or swap toys.
Broken toy disposal
Broken squishies should go into household waste unless local councils accept recycling.
Expert advice
John Verity from Divert.co.uk says parents should focus on selective shopping habits rather than avoiding squishies.
The key point
Parents can reduce squishy toy waste by buying fewer, checking for damage, and reusing toys.
