The chemical industry is trying to roll back crucial protections on toxic substances. Rollbacks would mean more toxic chemicals in products families use every day. Hear from Congressmen Pallone, Ruiz, and Tonko on why this law matters and why rolling it back …
Mom Detective on Formaldehyde
Learn which household products might contain the cancer-causing chemical formaldehyde and how you can avoid them. Read Mom Detective’s full article here.
7 Places Cancer-Causing Formaldehyde Lurks in Your Home and Neighborhood
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin has proposed to double the amount of formaldehyde the government considers acceptable for our families to breathe. This might make you wonder where you can find this toxic chemical in your home.
Is Fleece Safe? Mom Detective Investigates
Mom Detective investigates fleece and uncovers that the fuzzy fabric is actually a culprit for microplastics! Learn how to avoid microplastics and toxic chemicals in fleece pajamas, clothes, and toys. Read the full article here.
Letter to Congress About Draft Bill to Revise the Toxic Substances Control Act, January 21, 2026
Date: January 21, 2026 To: The Honorable Brett Guthrie Chair House Committee on Energy & Commerce 2125 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 The Honorable Frank Pallone Ranking Member House Committee on Energy & Commerce 2125 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC …
EPA Plans to Double Formaldehyde! Moms Speak Out
A widespread industrial chemical, formaldehyde causes far more cancers than any other air pollutant. And yet EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin has proposed to double the amount of formaldehyde the government considers acceptable for our families to breathe.
Mom Detective: Vintage Toys
Trying to have a sustainable holiday season, but concerned about the safety of old toys? You’re not alone! Mom Detective answers Joan in Kansas who asks: Is it safe to let my child play with childhood toys my parents kept and hand-me-downs …
Mom Detective: Sustainable Pet Care
Someone is getting a new kitty! Mom Detective delves into the most nontoxic and sustainable ways to care for any furry pet. Read all her tips here.
EPA Head Zeldin Must Go. Stop the Pollution Spree.
Within one short year, Administrator Zeldin has unleashed an aggressive campaign to let polluters get away with more pollution. Moms are calling for his resignation.
Ask Mom Detective: Are Vintage Toys Safe?
Old toys can contain potentially hazardous materials that were permitted back in the day. Mom Detective shares tips for finding safe vintage toys for your children.
My Kid’s Holiday Wish List Is Toxic
Congress is considering weakening protections against dangerous toxic chemicals in so many children’s toys. Join Moms in speaking out.
