Toxic Toys

I picked out an article to read in Dec/Jan 09 issue of "Mary Jane's Farm" covering the use of Phthalates in toys. I had not heard much about this chemical, but am concerned and want to put out bloggage about it.
As usual, the USA is now coming up to the times and completely banning this chemical and finding a safer alternative to use as a softening agent in the plastics for children's toys. In 2009 we should see the big chains stop selling toys containing the chemicals.
Concerning me most of course, is that the chemical has been found to disrupt hormonal and reproductive development in children.
I am concerned, now, about the plastics used in pacifiers, and if those soft plastics are safe. My grandbabies have used those.
The article I read sites National Geographic's Green Guide as source of info on this topic. That site has lots of "Green" info, but looks like you have to subscribe to get into the fact finding articles area.
I am including 2 more links to check out, as well:
Toxic-Free Kids
Coming Clean
The Daily Green