Healthy, Natural, Lead-Free Toys

Thursday, August 16th, 2007

With the latest recalls, many parents are turning to handmade artisan toys and items made in nations with higher safety standards. As consumers, we have to ensure the toy companies are holding their factories to the highest standards.HABA toys and accessories are mostly made from cloth and wood and have ...

Evenflo Car Seats Recalled

Thursday, May 10th, 2007

450,000 Evenflo car seat/carriers recalled (CNN)The Consumer Product Safety Commission, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Evenflo Company Inc. announced a recall of Evenflo EmbraceInfant car seat/carriers because of a malfunctioning handle Thursday.Evenflo said that when used in the carrier mode the handle can unexpectedly release, allowing the seat ...

CPSC Warns About Worn Vinyl Baby Bibs

Thursday, May 3rd, 2007

CPSC Warns About Worn Vinyl Baby Bibs The U.S Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) staff today warned that there is a potential risk of lead exposure from baby bibs with cracked or peeling vinyl surfaces. This consumer alert applies only to used bibs that are worn or have deteriorated.The CPSC ...

Recalls - 5/3/07

Thursday, May 3rd, 2007

Visit http://www.cpsc.gov/ for more information on these recalls.Payless ShoeSource Recalls Children’s Clog Shoes Due to Choking HazardName of product: Children’s Airwalk® Compel ShoesHazard: Plastic rivets used to attach the strap to the shoe can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.Description: This recall involves Airwalk® Compel clog shoes sold ...

Recall: Baby Trend Back Pack Carriers

Friday, March 30th, 2007

Baby Trend Recalls Back Pack Carriers Due to Fall HazardThe U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Baby Trend announced a voluntary recall of Baby Trend Back Pack Carriers.Hazard: The stitching on the strap of the carrier can loosen or detach, causing the carrier to shift, posing a fall ...