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December 2019 became the 9th “Best Month Ever” on the website with over 168,100 views. Thank YOU!

December 15, 2019May 16, 2023

Continue reading below the image… 168,101 Unique Views So Far in December 2019 Today (12/14/2019), December 2019 popped into the top 10 best months ever on the Lead Safe Mama website and then popped up into 9th place toward the end of the day. Tomorrow (Sunday, 12/15), December will definitely end up in 8th place, too,…

A preview screener of MisLEAD: America’s Secret Epidemic is now available streaming on YouTube through the holidays.

December 13, 2019December 14, 2019

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Here’s the link to the full film everyone. Please share. Thank you. It’s 92 minutes-long (plus a 2-minute intro – so go grab some popcorn, and a glass of wine!): https://youtu.be/eRKlaC2EjL0 Last-minute finishing funds for my film were held up [escrow fell through on my family farm!], and after having made it all this…

Dharma Dog Karma Cat handcrafted 100% natural wool bed (Nepal): Non-Detect for Antimony, Lead, Arsenic & Mercury.

December 10, 2019December 18, 2019

Note: This is NOT a sponsored post! A non-toxic bed for your cat? My four cats are outside cats, and I cannot seem to get them to even sleep inside during the winter — even though Bobby (pictured here – and in many more of my photos, since she always seems to photo-bomb my outdoor photo…

Made in USA Christmas Tree with Star by Ann Clark Cookie Cutters (from Sur La Table — Dec 2019): Lead-Free (99% iron)

December 7, 2019November 27, 2023

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For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method…

Sur La Table Dual Action Silicone Sponge – Made In China: Lead-free! 973 ppm Barium, 37 ppm Zinc, & 90 ppm Iron.

December 7, 2019July 27, 2023

When tested with an XRF instrument this “Made in China” Dual Action Silicone Sponge sold at Sur La Table had the following readings (with a 60-second test): Barium (Ba): 973 +/- 240 ppm Zinc (Zn): 37 +/- 15 ppm Iron (Fe): 90 +/-38 ppm Here are some additional links to learn more about the testing…

Available as of December 2019, at Sur La Table — Deruta Italian salad plate: 16,100 ppm Lead (90 is unsafe for kids)

December 7, 2019November 27, 2023

For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method…

Modern (2019/2020) Sur La Table (!) Snowman dish (from Italy): 12,800 ppm Lead (90 is unsafe for kids)

December 7, 2019November 27, 2023

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For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method…

It’s official! November 2019 closed out in 2nd place for #BestMonthEver on the site with 213,587 views. Thank YOU!

December 1, 2019May 16, 2023

Today (11/30/2019), November 2019 became the 3rd “Best Month Ever” on the site with over 203,500 views. Thank YOU!

November 30, 2019May 16, 2023

First, this happened yesterday: Continue reading below the image…and then this happened this morning (see image below)… At this rate, November 2019 will end up being the 2nd “Best Month Ever” on the website by the close of the month at the end of the day today! Second only to March 2019, which had more than…

Lead Safe Mama’s Non-Toxic Stocking Stuffer Guide, 2019 Edition [First Ever!]

November 29, 2019December 10, 2019

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2019 | Christmas 2019 | Gift Guide | Holiday Gift Guide

Hello! Happy Holidays! Let me start by saying a few things… #1) I don’t happen to celebrate Christmas (we’re Jewish – although December 25th is my late mother’s birthday(!), so we do take the day to remember her and spend it with family!) #2) I don’t buy much of anything at all for my family…

Every school shooting is a tragedy. Beyond their common elements however, there are differences, and in the case of Santa Clarita, collateral suffering that may be less obvious — and a lot more difficult for many to accept.

November 28, 2019November 28, 2019

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Guest Post “Every school shooting is a tragedy. Beyond their common elements however, there are differences, and in the case of Santa Clarita, collateral suffering that may be less obvious — and a lot more difficult for many to accept.” Written by Renee Kennedy A mother of two sons (Gavin – age 13, and…

1957-1969 Jewel by Lenox China – Made In USA: 146,700 ppm Lead in the glaze. 90 ppm is unsafe for kids.

November 28, 2019November 28, 2019

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When tested with an XRF instrument the dish pictured here had the following readings: 1.) Reading in the white center / food surface of the dish: Lead (Pb): 146,700 +/- 6,600 ppm Zinc (Zn): 5,684 +/- 323 ppm Titanium (Ti): 154 +/- 73 ppm Non-Detect (Negative) for Cadmium, Arsenic, Antimony and Mercury. 2. ) Reading…

Tuscan “Fine English Bone China” – Made In England: 43,200 ppm Lead. 90 ppm is unsafe for kids.

November 28, 2019November 28, 2019

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When tested with an XRF instrument the dish tested here had the following readings: Reading in the center / food surface of the dish – floral decorative area: Lead (Pb): 43,200 +/- 1,200 ppm Chromium (Cr): 257 +/- 111ppm Antimony (Sb): 66 +/- 30 ppm Tin (Sn): 82 +/-26 ppm Zinc (Zn): 292 +/- 45…

This morning – 11/28/2019 LeadSafeMama.com reached 4,400,000 unique all-time views! Thank YOU!

November 28, 2019November 29, 2019

Happy Thanksgiving 2019… I am THANKFUL for YOU! Tamara Rubin #LeadSafeMama Continue reading below this image… UPDATE: And later that day…. (technically in the wee hours the next morning – Friday, November 29th!) this happened: November popped in to the “6th Best Month Ever” place on the blog – for most page views in one month…

Colclough China “34” – Made In Longton, England: 69,700 ppm Lead. 90 ppm is unsafe for kids.

November 28, 2019November 28, 2019

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When tested with an XRF instrument the dish tested here had the following readings: 1.) Reading in the white center / food surface of the dish: Lead (Pb): 69,700 +/- 2,200 ppm Barium (Ba): 243 +/- 107 ppm Zinc (Zn): 80 +/- 35 ppm Iron (Fe): 1,268 +/- 241 ppm Vanadium (V): 79 +/ 39…

Two years ago today I was illegally arrested for a crime I did not commit (handcuffed & taken to jail in a black unmarked SUV).

November 28, 2019July 19, 2020

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2019 | My 2017 Arrest

Published: November 28, 2019 Click here to read the full lawsuit. Click here to read the full lawsuit.

Royal Winton Dorset Grimwades Made in England Saucer: 57,700 ppm Lead. 90 ppm is unsafe for kids.

November 27, 2019November 28, 2019

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When tested with an XRF instrument the dish tested here had the following readings: Reading in the center / food surface of the dish: Lead (Pb): 57,700 +/- 1,800 ppm Tin (Sn): 2,393 +/- 136 ppm Iron (Fe): 973 +/- 218 ppm Vanadium (V): 76 +/ 34 ppm Titanium (Ti): 112+/- 47 ppm Non-Detect (Negative)…

Site Stats Update: Tomorrow 11/28/2019 – Thanksgiving – LeadSafeMama.com will reach 4,400,000 unique all-time views!

November 27, 2019November 27, 2019

After passing 4,300,000 unique all-time site views on November 14th – just 14 days later (tomorrow on 11/28/2019) LeadSafeMama.com will reach 4,400,000 views – which definitely puts us on track to reach 4,600,000 by the end of 2019! Thank you all for being here and for sharing this information – to help protect people everywhere from…

Mikasa Ultima+ HK 301 Cameo Platinum: 57,500 ppm Lead in the glaze – a likely source of poisoning of a child.

November 27, 2019November 27, 2019

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When tested with an XRF instrument the dish pictured here (a Mikasa Ultima+ HK 301 Cameo Platinum design dish – Made in Indonesia) had the following readings: 1.) Reading in the white center / food surface of the dish: Lead (Pb): 57,500 +/- 1,700 ppm Zinc (Zn): 1,155 +/- 90 ppm Iron (Fe): 915 +/-…

Unbranded china bowl: 65,600 ppm Lead. 90 ppm is unsafe for kids. What china is on your holiday table?

November 27, 2019May 4, 2021

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When tested with an XRF instrument the dish shown here had the following readings: Reading in the center / food surface of the dish – white glaze : Lead (Pb): 49,600 +/- 1,300 ppm Zinc (Zn): 180 +/- 37 ppm Iron (Fe): 524 +/- 162 ppm Vanadium (V): 123 +/ 39 ppm Titanium (Ti): 436…

Spode Copeland “Wicker Lane” pattern china Made In England: 42,500 ppm Lead. 90 ppm is unsafe for kids.

November 27, 2019November 27, 2019

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When tested with an XRF instrument the dish tested here had the following readings: Reading in the center / food surface of the dish – white glaze (30 second test): Lead (Pb): 36,400 +/- 900 ppm Zinc (Zn): 229 +/- 39 ppm Iron (Fe): 1.094 +/- 194 ppm Non-Detect (Negative) for Cadmium, Antimony, Arsenic and…

2003 Sealy Posturepedic Mattress (California): 91 ppm Antimony. There is no regulatory standard limiting trace Antimony in bedding.

November 25, 2019February 23, 2020

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When tested with an XRF instrument, this Sealy Posturepedic Afton Plush Pillowtop Queen Mattress (purchased in California c. 2003) was positive for as much as 91 +/- 25 ppm Antimony (Sb). How much Antimony is too much Antimony? I don’t believe there is a known answer to this question. To my knowledge, there is currently no…

Nasty old (2003?) Tempurpedic pillow positive for LEAD: 5,261 ppm & ANTIMONY: 232 ppm! What are you resting your head on tonight? Is it safe?

November 24, 2019August 23, 2023

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Introduction: Tamara Rubin is a Federal-award-winning independent advocate for consumer goods safety and childhood Lead poisoning prevention. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children. She began testing consumer goods for toxicants in 2009, and was the parent-advocate responsible for finding Lead in the popular fidget spinner toys in 2017. She uses XRF testing (a scientific method used…

2019 light up unicorn bath toy. Negative for Lead, Mercury, Cadmium, Arsenic & Antimony in all accessible components.

November 22, 2019

When tested with an XRF instrument this little unicorn bath light up toy (link*) had the following reading: 1) Pink hair of unicorn: Lead (Pb): Non-Detect / Negative Mercury (Hg): Non-Detect / Negative Cadmium (Cd): Non-Detect / Negative Arsenic (As): Non-Detect / Negative Antimony (Sb): Non-Detect / Negative Barium (Ba): 62 +/- 39 ppm Bromine…