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Product recall · CPSCJune 2, 2010Highest risk
Infant Death Prompts Recall of Ring Slings Made by Sprout Stuff
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
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.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Suffocation risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled slings and contact Sprout Stuff to return the sling for a full refund.
Who to 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.
The product
The Sprout Stuff infant ring sling is fabric/natural muslin and comes with or without a shoulder pad. The sling is worn by parents and caregivers to carry a child up to two years of age. "Sprout Stuff" is printed on the back side of the tail's hem.
Details
- Units affected
- About 40
- Recall date
- June 2, 2010
- Brand
- Sprout Stuff, of Austin, Texas
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been 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.
Sprout Stuff sold the recalled infant slings directly to consumers between October 2006 and May 2007 for between $35 and $45.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Infant Death Prompts Recall of Ring Slings Made by Sprout Stuff Due to Suffocation Risk”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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