Time to Fire the “Nap Nanny”?
After the reported deaths of five infants, the federal government is suing the makers of “Nap Nanny” baby recliner for refusing a voluntary recall of its product, which reportedly poses “a substantial risk of injury and death to infants.” The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has filed a lawsuit against the manufacturer, Baby Matters LLC, […]
Tragic Death Prompts Recall of 220,000 Infant Travel Beds
Following an infant death and nine other reports of distressed or trapped children, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced a mass recall of a portable sleep tent model. KidCo Inc., a children’s safety equipment manufacturer, recalled 220,000 Pea Pod Travel Cribs after the CPSC determined an infant could be caught between the fabric […]
2012 Infant Tylenol Recall: J&J Recalls Consumer Product over Bottle Design Flaws
According to the Wall Street Journal, Johnson & Johnson has recalled approximately 574,000 bottles of over-the-counter infant’s grape-flavored Tylenol—the entire U.S. supply—due to a flaw in the design of the bottle. Consumers complained of trouble using the SimpleMeasure™ dosing system that included a syringe. To measure the proper dose, parents were instructed to insert the […]
Recent Child Product Recalls
In the midst of all the dangers of our modern world, household hazards can be a major issue for you as a parent, especially when the mobility and curiosity of a young child is taken into consideration. Faulty or ill-made toys and products are not only a frustration and inconvenience but also a direct danger […]
Build-A-Bear Fined $600,000 for Defective Toy Chair
A warning to parents this holiday season concerning a popular beach chair made specifically for children. Build-A-Bear Workshop will have to shell out $600,000 to settle allegations concerning possible dangers of the toy, including fingertip amputation. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued the fine. The CPSC says the company, which is based in St. […]
Potential Dangers of Electronic Toothbrushes
We have some important information to tell you about regarding the safety of electronic toothbrushes and children. A Florida mother was monitoring her 3-year-old daughter as she brushed her teeth with a battery –operated electronic toothbrush. She noticed the little girl was clearly irritated by something. It turns out a small pin out popped out […]
Drop Side Cribs Are Now Illegal to Sell or Manufacture
We have important information to tell you about regarding drop-side cribs. Starting June 28, 2011, these types of cribs will no longer be able to be sold or made in America. This goes for not only retail stores, but also second-hand and thrift stores. Non-drop side cribs will also have to observe new and more […]
New Car Seat Recommendations
The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued a new recommendation regarding toddlers in car seats based on a study from the University of Virginia. Their research found that children under 2 are actually 75 percent less likely to endure serious or even deadly injuries in a crash if they are in a car seat and […]
Dorel Juvenile Group (DJG) Safety Seat Recall
We have very important information to tell you about regarding child restraint systems. Almost 800,000 child safety seats are being recalled. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued the recall today and says it involves booster, convertible and infant seats made by Dorel Juvenile Group (DJG). The company is based out of Columbus, Indiana. The […]
Baby leg warmers and socks recalled
In the midst of the holiday season we have an important recall to tell you about involving a certain type of baby product. The Consumer Product Safety Commission along with Baby United LLC dba Babylegs, of Seattle, Washington, is recalling BabyLegs brand leg warmers and socks. The product contains a small ornament shaped like a […]