Getting Ready for Baby – For Child Care Providers

• • • Report finds most early care and education retailers aren't tracking chemicals in products. Learn More

Products made for child care providers and early education programs, such as Head Start and Preschool programs, should be made with materials and chemicals that ensure the healthiest environment for babies and toddlers. 

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Case Study: COMMUNITY PLAYTHINGS TAKES A PROACTIVE APPROACH TO STATE CHEMICAL DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS
Case Study: COMMUNITY PLAYTHINGS TAKES A PROACTIVE APPROACH TO STATE CHEMICAL DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS

“When Washington State announced its chemicals of high concern to children reporting requirements, Community Playthings reviewed and updated our materials selection. We recognized that the state agency assessment was based on sound science and wanted our products to be free of these ingredients.”

- Clarence Mow, Director of Regulatory Affairs, Community Playthings

Safer Products for Babies and Toddlers: Resources and Recommendations for Retailers
Safer Products for Babies and Toddlers: Resources and Recommendations for Retailers

Get details on chemicals of concern and resources for retailers to take action.

Safer Products for Babies and Toddlers
Safer Products for Babies and Toddlers

Resources and recommendations for retailers

Child Care Program Retailers Must Provide Non-Toxic Products, New Report Finds
Child Care Program Retailers Must Provide Non-Toxic Products, New Report Finds

Retailers selling directly to early care and education programs, including child care programs and Head Start, need to do more to screen out harmful chemicals, as outlined in this report.