Child Care of the Berkshires - CLPPP

07/20/2026

Please be aware of another lead-related safety-recall:

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Warren-James-Recalls-the-Copper-Cup-Found-in-Flashgitz-Relic-Lunch-Boxes-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Lead-Poisoning

Be aware, and stay safe out there!

Consumers should stop using the recalled cups immediately and contact the firm for instructions on how to receive a replacement cup. Consumers who purchased the lunch boxes directly from Warren James will be sent a free replacement cup to the address previously provided in the original purchase orde...

06/03/2026

As we head into the warmer months, its not too early to think about your child's annual lead screening!

Remember, even if your town is not listed as a high-risk community for lead, much of the Berkshires and Pioneer Valley are part of rural clusters that are collectively at risk for lead-exposure.

The CLPPP 2024 annual report has more information:
https://www.mass.gov/doc/2024-annual-childhood-lead-poisoning-surveillance-report/download

Be aware, and stay safe out there!

04/06/2026

Update:

This recall has been retracted by the FSIS; per their updated announcement, the suspected lead contamination was the result of a false-positive by their lab. The link goes to the update!

Please be aware of an important lead-related food recall:
https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/fsis-issues-public-health-alert-frozen-dinosaur-shaped-ready-eat-chicken-nuggets-due

I know this style of nuggets are popular with children, so please, check your pantry. The time it takes is worth it, for your peace of mind, and your child's safety!

Be aware, and stay safe put there!

03/25/2026

Step Up for Kids is coming to Pittsfield on 17 April! Mark your calendars!

03/18/2026

Don't forget to mark your calendars for the annual Berkshire Baby Bonana!

03/02/2026

There is an important lead-related recall out:

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/TheKiddoSpace-Recalls-Childrens-Handwriting-Practice-Kits-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury-from-Lead-Exposure-Violates-Federal-Lead-Content-Ban

Be aware, and stay safe out there!

Consumers should stop using the recalled handwriting kits immediately, take the pens and refills away from children and contact The KiddoSpace to receive free replacement pens and refills, including shipping. Consumers will be asked to dispose of the pens and refills according to local and state reg...

02/04/2026

The CLPPP 2024 Annual report is out! Check out the state of the Commonwealth, and your community, with regard to lead screening, and prevelence of elevated blood-lead in children:

https://www.mass.gov/doc/2024-annual-childhood-lead-poisoning-surveillance-report/download

Be aware, and stay safe out there!

12/18/2025

As we head into the holidays, a reminder that products purchased online are not always as well-screened for lead as we might like:

https://www.consumerreports.org/product-safety/some-eyeliners-contain-potentially-harmful-levels-of-lead-a9866282808/

Be aware, and stay safe out there!

Some traditional eyeliners such as kohl, kajal, and surma have high levels of lead, according to recent research. CR explains what you need to know.