Mommy Alert! Twelve Days of Safe Shopping

According to the Consumers Union, this year 25 million toys have been recalled and many contained lead paint.

So CU is teaming up with parenting blogs across the United States to promote their effort to educate shoppers with the Twelve Days of Safe Shopping.

Larger shopping events are planned in certain cities, but if you are a concerned consumer who wants to host one in your community, information is available. Get the Lead Out This Holiday Season safe-shopping kits include a retailer demands coupon book, information about the effort and stickers to be worn on your spree.