Are there any other parents out there that share my utter disdain for the packaging that kids toys come in?! It's like the pink tea set that my baby girl is going to use as a chew toy contains state secrets it is so securely fastened to the box.
The most recent one that nearly put me over the top was the $9.99 bubble machine I bought for the backyard during the summer. It was actually attached to the container with screws! 4 screws that required a screwdriver to remove! That was after I had cut off the zap straps and tape that were also holding it in place.
I guess I just don't know what the manufacturers are worried about? Is it that someone may get hurt if the toy falls out of the box? Because if that's the case it's kind of ironic as I nearly lost an eye struggling to unscrew the aforementioned bubble machine.
Or is it to prevent shoplifting of these toys? Is a potential thief going to go for the toys that can easily fit in a pocket or bag without bulky packaging? Who knows? But if I were a shoplifter and I stole one of these toys, then had to spend 25 minutes removing it from its ultra-secure containment unit only to find that it required assembly and 4 C batteries (not included in the box) I think I would switch to stealing toothpaste and paper towels.
My two cents for what it's worth. And I now feel much better having gotten that out.
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