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Final Report on BPA Safety Released
The National Toxicology Program, a government organization whose draft report on BPA made headlines this spring, has released the final version of their BPA report with many of the same...
CPSC Warning Prompts Retailers to Stop Selling Dangerous Bassinets
Six major U.S. retailers have decided to stop selling the Simplicity bassinets that caused two infant deaths and have issued their own recall of the dangerous products. The company that...
Recaro Como Car Seat Review
Recaro's Como convertible car seat has several features I like - most importantly, the full body side impact protection and a higher harness weight limit. If you're looking for a...
Maxi Cosi Priori Car Seat Review
If you're looking for a basic convertible car seat for your baby, the Maxi Cosi Priori may be a good choice for you. In this Maxi Cosi Priori car seat...
CPSC Warns About Simplicity "Close Sleeper" Bassinets
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is urging parents and caregivers to stop using Simplicity 3-in-1 and 4-in-1 Convertible "Close Sleeper" Bassinets after two infants died while using the product....
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Favorite Baby Shower Gifts
Baby shower gifts can be hard to choose. Which baby shower gifts will parents and babies enjoy most? These favorite baby shower gift ideas from your About Guide to Baby Products will help you choose a baby gift that is thoughtful and useful.
BPA-Free Baby Bottles
Recent reports indicate that BPA in plastic baby bottles could cause harm to children. If you're looking for BPA-free baby bottles, check out this list of baby bottles that do not contain BPA.
Connecticut Car Seat Laws
Keeping your child safe in the car isn't just smart, it's the law. When does Connecticut law require your child to ride in a car seat, booster seat or seat belt? Find Connecticut's state car seat laws in this state by state list of child passenger safety and car seat laws.
Monkeydoos Kids Fitness Video
Get your baby or toddler moving with a Monkeydoos kids fitness video! Monkeydoos are so much fun, your toddler won't even realize it's a baby exercise video. Learn more about this unique video for babies and kids in a review from your Baby Products Guide.
Baby Food Recalls
Baby food recalls are rare, thankfully, but occasionally a batch of formula or baby food is recalled. This page will keep you up to date on recalls of baby food and formula to help you keep your baby safe.
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| Recent CPSC Toy and Child Product Recalls | Toy Recalls From CPSC
US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent Child-Related Product Recalls
Pendants and Candle Charms Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
The recalled metal pendants and charms contain high levels of lead.
Optave Inc. Recalls Action Baby Carriers Due to Fall Hazard
The baby carrier's chest strap can detach from the shoulder straps, posing a fall hazard to the baby.
Circo Children's Bobbie Socks Recalled Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusivel...
The ribbon on the sock can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Hooded Sweaters Recalled by Empress Arts; Children Can Strangle on Drawstrings
The sweaters have drawstrings through the hood. Children can get entangled in the drawstrings that can catch on playground equipment, fences or tree branches. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstring in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. From 1985 through June 2008, CPSC received reports...
Bonne Bell Recalls Children's Cosmetics Accessory Bags Due to Risk of Lead Ex...
The metal clasps on the handle of the accessory bags contain excessive levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects.
Retailers Agree To Stop Sale and Recall Simplicity Bassinets Due To Strangula...
Yesterday, CPSC warned parents, caregivers and consumers to immediately stop using convertible "close-sleeper/bedside sleeper" bassinets manufactured by Simplicity Inc., of Reading, Pa., due to a serious safety risk. Today, CPSC is announcing that six retailers have voluntarily agreed to recall the product and provide a refund or store credit to consumers who return the product to the store wh...
Wooden Infant Toys Recalled by Habermaass Corp. Due to Choking Hazard
The wooden rattles, pacifier holders, and stroller toys contain small pieces including glued on mirrors and/or prisms that can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants. The head of the ladybug puzzle pieces also poses a choking hazard.
Children's Hooded Sweatshirts and Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by Orioxi...
The sweatshirts and jackets have drawstrings through the hood which pose a strangulation hazard to young children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstring in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.
Regal Lager Recalls to Repair Phil & Teds Strollers Due to Laceration Hazard
The stroller's hinge locking mechanism poses a laceration hazard to the user folding and unfolding the strollers
Infants Strangled to Death in Simplicity Bassinets: CPSC Urges Consumers To S...
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging parents and caregivers to stop using convertible "close-sleeper/bedside sleeper" bassinets manufactured by Simplicity Inc., of Reading, Pa. CPSC has learned of two strangulation deaths in the close-sleeper bassinets.
Stroller Activity Bars Recalled by International Playthings Due to Choking Ha...
The shiny material on the elephant's ear on the activity bar can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Hobbico Inc. Recalls Batteries Used In Radio-Controlled Helicopters Due to Fi...
The rechargeable battery can overheat and catch fire while charging, igniting nearby combustible materials. This poses a fire hazard to consumers.
Children's Board Skirts Recalled By Chelsea & Scott Ltd. Due to Violation of ...
The paint on the grommets of the skirts contains an excess level of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Fisher-Price Recalls Learning Pots and Pans(tm) Toys Due to Choking Hazard
Missing screws in the blue toy pan can cause the clear plastic cover to come loose and release small balls, presenting a choking hazard to young children.
Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Raw Blue Due to St...
The sweatshirts have drawstrings through the hood which pose a strangulation hazard to young children.
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