Sprout Stuff Infant Ring Slings Recalled Due to Suffocation Risk

Plain-English summary

Sprout Stuff, of Austin, Texas, is recalling about 40 infant ring slings. The slings are made of fabric or natural muslin and may or may not include a shoulder pad. They are designed to be worn by parents and caregivers to carry children up to two years of age. The brand name "Sprout Stuff" is printed on the back side of the tail's hem.

The recall is prompted by a suffocation hazard. In the first few months of life, babies have weak neck muscles and cannot control their heads. The sling's fabric can press against an infant's nose and mouth, blocking breathing. Additionally, if the sling keeps the infant in a curled position with the chin bent toward the chest, airways can be restricted, limiting oxygen supply. In these situations, a baby may not be able to cry for help and can slowly suffocate. CPSC and Sprout Stuff are aware of one report of the death of a 10-day-old boy in Round Rock, Texas, in 2007.

Sprout Stuff sold the recalled slings directly to consumers between October 2006 and May 2007 for between $35 and $45. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled slings and contact Sprout Stuff to return the sling for a full refund. The company can be reached toll-free at (877) 319-3103, by email at [email protected], or by mail at Sprout Stuff Refunds, P.O. Box 612, Buda, Texas 78610.

The recalled product

Product

Sprout Stuff infant ring slings

Manufacturer

Sprout Stuff, of Austin, Texas

Category

Consumer Product — Infant Carriers

Hazard

• suffocation

Affected units

40

Distribution

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