CPSC2010-06-02
Infant Death Prompts Recall of Ring Slings Made by Sprout Stuff Due to Suffocation Risk
Sprout Stuff, of Austin, Texas
Hazard
Slings can pose two different types of suffocation hazards to babies. In the first few months of life, babies cannot control their heads because of weak neck muscles. The sling's fabric can press against an infant's nose and mouth, blocking the baby's breathing. Additionally, where a sling keeps the infant in a curled position bending the chin toward the chest, the airways can be restricted, limiting the oxygen supply. The baby will not be able to cry for help and can slowly suffocate.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled slings and contact Sprout Stuff to return the sling for a full refund.
Sold at
Sprout Stuff sold the recalled infant slings directly to consumers between October 2006 and May 2007 for between $35 and $45.
Affected count
About 40
Injuries reported
CPSC and Sprout Stuff are aware of one report of a death of a 10-day-old boy in the recalled sling in Round Rock, Texas in 2007.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Sprout Stuff infant ring slings
Consumer contact
Contact Sprout Stuff toll-free at (877) 319-3103 anytime, email the firm at sproutstuffrefunds@gmail.com or contact the firm by mail at Sprout Stuff Refunds, P.O. Box 612, Buda, Texas 78610.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Infant-Death-Prompts-Recall-of-Ring-Slings-Made-by-Sprout-Stuff-Due-to-Suffocation-RiskDon't want to check this manually?
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