Fisher-Price recently recalled the headrest and insert of its Snuga Swings due to the risk of infant suffocation. Five infants died while sleeping in the swings with added bedding materials, increasing the risk of suffocation. Consumers can receive a $25 refund by removing and returning the recalled parts. However, the US Consumer Product Safety Commission called for a complete recall of the product, noting that the company’s response prioritizes profit over safety.
Experts warn against inclined sleeper products like baby swings and rockers due to the risk of suffocation if infants’ heads slump forward. Congress banned inclined sleepers for infants under 1 year old in 2022. Fisher-Price advised consumers to remove the recalled parts and use the Snuga Swing only when infants are awake, emphasizing that it should never be used for sleep.
In the past five years, Fisher-Price recalled other infant products, including the Rock ‘n Play Sleeper and Rock ‘n Glide Soother, after reports of infant deaths. The company faced criticism for continuing to market unsafe products despite evidence of risks. In 2022, Fisher-Price warned consumers about infant deaths linked to its Infant-to-Toddler and Newborn-to-Toddler Rockers but did not issue a recall, instead emphasizing safe use practices. Overall, Fisher-Price has received reports of at least 100 infant deaths linked to its products, prompting concerns about the company’s safety protocols.
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