Topic: Recall

Government Sues Mompreneur Behind ‘Nap Nanny’ Because Parents Can’t Bother Following Instructions

Government Sues Mompreneur Behind 'Nap Nanny' Because Parents Can't Bother Following Instructions

Leslie Gudel was a normal working mom with a baby that wouldn’t sleep. She works as a sports reporter with the Phillies, but she also ran a small business called Baby Matters. Her company was famous as the creators and manufacturers of the Nap Nanny. Now, the Federal Government is suing Baby Matters for refusing to recall their product after five infants died while sleeping in their nap nannies. More »

Bumbo Announces Massive Recall Because Parents Can’t Read Directions

Bumbo Announces Massive Recall Because Parents Can't Read Directions

My daughter had a Bumbo seat. It’s that molded-foam chair that only fits your child if they don’t have thunder thighs. Mine was pushing it. She gets it from her momma. But she had a bright blue Bumbo seat that would sit on our kitchen floor while I did dishes or cleaned or prepared a meal. Her Bumbo had a tray table, where she would eat puffs or play with Tag books. She spent a whole lot of time in that seat.

So it is with some regret that I announce Bumbo is recalling over 4 million baby seats after injuries from falls. But I have to admit, I don’t think that the makers of Bumbo are the only ones to blame. More »

Plastic Bag Recall: 7 Amazing Alternatives For Snacks On-The-Go

Plastic Bag Recall: 7 Amazing Alternatives For Snacks On-The-Go

In the past year, we’ve written about some pretty alarming recalls – everything from baby formula (!) to infant Tylenol to Bugaboo strollers. There have been lotions, shampoos, child safety locks, birth-control pills – the list goes on and on. And now the latest product recall involves a daily staple in many households: plastic bags.

The news serves as yet another reminder why we should be using reusable snack and sandwich bags in the first place. (Hello, environment!) That said, we’ve rounded up the best reusable snack bags out there in the market – perfect for packing in your kids’ lunchbox or grabbing for those post-school park runs. Check ‘em out. More »