Danger in Your Childs Crib: Bumper Pads

Research published in “Pediatrics” has linked crib bumper pads to at least 27 infant deaths between 1985 and 2005. So it seems that using the pillow like bedding accessory is a thing of the past.  The pads can present a real danger to your child and it is said that a bare crib is much safer than using the bumper pads.

Kidsafe recommends that you DO NOT USE BUMPER PADS  as they pose a real threat when it comes to suffocation, choking, and falling hazards.

It is recommended that you immediately get rid of bumper pads you may have in your childs crib – as it is proven that they have caused death in infants and serve as a step up for an older child possibly causing a spill from the crib.

They do sell mesh bumper pads which may not present the same danger as the pillow pads - but no research shows that they eliminate the problem of suffocation all together.

Also there is no evidence that shows that a bare crib presents a danger for your baby when it comes to them pushing up against the rails.

All in all, it’s a good idea to remove the bumper pads and place your baby on his/her back when sleeping.  Bumper pads, sleep positioners and other bedding create a suffocation risk and may cause the risk of SIDS. Research shows that air flow is a factor in SIDS, and bumper pads can create a risk of mechanical suffocation and reduce airflow in the crib.

So now go – empty that crib, and then enjoy your baby!  Crib Safety Products

The staff at Kidsafe

 

Drop-side Cribs banned

New crib requirements passed recently by the CPSC will stop traditional drop-side cribs from being made or sold within the next six months.  The new crib requirements are among the most stringent in the world. This action follows many recalls in the past five years due to mechanical failure. There have been many injuries and deaths to small kids who have been trapped by the faulty drop-side panel.

Parents who are using drop-side cribs should check the hardware on the cribs to be certain it is working properly. They should also check to see if it has been recalled. Some manufacturers will send a hardware immobilizer to convert the drop-side to a fixed panel.  The following link lists crib manufacturers, their phone numbers, and website. Check to see if your crib is on the list. http://www.cpsc.gov/onsafety/2010/12/crib-immobilizers-who-to-call/

 

Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls Millions of Cribs

A massive recall of Stork Craft drop-side cribs was announced today because they have caused infant entrapment and suffocation.    Make sure you check the brand that you have,  the StorkCraft brand is sold under different names. Below is a list of articles with the details.

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