Crib Bumpers Recalled: Urgent Safety Information for Parents

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**Crib bumpers, once a staple in nurseries, are now officially banned in the United States due to suffocation hazards.** This ban, implemented in November 2022, prohibits the sale and manufacture of all padded crib bumpers, regardless of manufacture date.

**Why the Ban?**

Crib bumpers pose a significant risk to infants. They can:

* **Suffocate**: Babies can roll onto the bumper in a position that obstructs their breathing.

* **Strangle**: Strings or ties used to attach the bumper can wrap around a baby's neck.

* **Choke**: Filling material can come loose and pose a choking hazard.

**Recent Recalls:**

Despite the ban, some companies are still illegally selling crib bumpers. In January 2023, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall of cribs bumpers sold on Aliexpress.com and Temu.com. These bumpers posed a suffocation hazard and violated the federal ban.

**What You Should Do:**

* **Immediately remove any crib bumpers from your baby's crib.**

* **Dispose of recalled crib bumpers according to the manufacturer's instructions.**

* **Do not purchase or use any crib bumpers, regardless of where you find them.**

* **Spread the word to other parents and caregivers about the dangers of crib bumpers.**

**Safe Alternatives:**

There are several safe alternatives to crib bumpers that can help create a cozy and comfortable sleeping environment for your baby:

* **Mesh crib liners**: These breathable liners provide a barrier between your baby and the crib slats while still allowing air circulation.

* **Fitted sheets**: Ensure the sheet fits snugly around the mattress and tuck it in securely.

* **Sleep sacks**: These wearable blankets keep your baby warm and cozy without the loose bedding that can pose a suffocation hazard.

**For more information:**

* **Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC):**

https://www.cpsc.gov/Newsroom/News-Releases/2023/CPSC-Approves-Rules-Implementing-Bans-on-Inclined-Sleepers-for-Infants-and-Crib-Bumpers

* **Kids in Danger:**

 https://kidsindanger.org/https://kidsindanger.org/

* **Safe Sleep for Babies Act:**

https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PLAW-117publ126

**Remember, your baby's safety is paramount. By understanding the risks of crib bumpers and taking action to remove them from your baby's sleep environment, you can help create a safe and healthy sleep space for your little one.**

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