Take a look at this carrier and tell us what you see: If you answered “culturally insensitive appropriation of Native American heritage,” then you’ll agree with the carrier maker’s apology post on their web page (since removed): We got it wrong. It was brought to our attention that we hurt some of our babywearing family. For […]
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Beco apologizes for “culturally insensitive” baby carriers
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RECALL: Playtex Recalls Hip Hammock Infant Carriers Due to Fall Hazard
FYI: In our book and on our web site, we do not recommend the Playtex Hip Hammock, which is the subject of this recall. We do recommend the Original Hip Hammock, not involved in this recall. U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Recall Date: December 19, 2013 Recall Number: 14-069 Playtex Recalls Hip Hammock Infant Carriers […]
RECALL: Regal Lager Recalls Infant Carriers Due to Fall Hazard
NEWS fromCPSC and HC U.S. Consumer ProductSafety Commissionwww.cpsc.gov Health Canada www.hc-sc.gc.ca FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 17, 2010Release #10-267 Firm's Recall Hotline: (866) 678-8940CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908HC Media Contact: (613) 957-2983 Regal Lager Recalls Infant Carriers Due to Fall Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. – WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission […]
Lascal pulls M1 baby carrier off market after Bjorn lawsuit
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