Hey parents, I wanted to quickly share something important regarding crib safety. South Shore Industries, a furniture brand that many of us trust for nursery items, has recalled around 1,200 cribs. It’s one of those things that makes your heart skip, but here’s what you need to know to stay ahead of it.
South Shore Crib Recall in Detail
South Shore Industries, a Canadian furniture company, recently issued the following recall notice for their Balka and Olena wooden crib models sold under both white and natural wood finishes.
The affected models include the following specific item numbers, which can be found on an adhesive label on one end of the crib:
- Balka Crib (Model Numbers 13825, 13824, 12937, 12938)
- Olena Crib (Model Number 14408)
Issues arise with some crib slat spacing not meeting federal safety standards. This defect poses an “entrapment hazard”, as wide spacing allows a child’s body to slip between, trapping their head inside while creating potentially life-threatening circumstances for themselves and other members.
Where Were These Cribs Sold
These cribs were sold between July 2020 and February 2024 online through popular retailers such as:
- Amazon.com
- Walmart.com
- Southshorefurniture.com
- Cymax.com
These units were priced between $415 and $475, offering parents an affordable mid-range option.
If You Own a Recalled Crib, What Should Be Done Immediately (Tips from South Shore on How to Return It for a Refund).
To protect both yourself and your baby from harm, South Shore suggests following these steps for returning the product for full credit:
1. Disassemble The Crib: Begin by dismantling your crib carefully.
2. Collect Disassembled Parts in an Outdoor Waste Receptacle and Take Photos of Results: By now, all parts should have been placed inside an outdoor waste container for disposal, with photos being taken of both steps taken simultaneously.
3. Contact South Shore Furniture: Send the picture along with all necessary contact info by emailing service@southshorefurniture.com in order to request a refund.
South Shore is directly reaching out to known purchasers, so if you bought your crib online, be on the lookout for emails or messages from retailers.
Should additional assistance be necessary, call South Shore customer service Monday-Friday between 8:30 am & 5 pm ET (800-290-0465).
Crib Safety Is of Utmost Importance
Parents purchase cribs as essential investments in child safety for their infant. Unfortunately, defective products can make this goal less achievable and lead to tragic accidents; according to Consumer Product Safety Commission regulations (CPSC), crib slats must conform to strict size specifications in order to minimize potential entrapment risks; the South Shore recall demonstrates this point perfectly.
What Can Parents Do to Achieve Crib Safety?
To ensure the safe sleep of their child, parents need to remain knowledgeable and vigilant regarding crib safety measures. Below are a few actionable suggestions regarding crib security that parents can implement today:
- Check for Recalls Regularly: Visit SaferProducts.gov or the CPSC or both regularly to stay abreast of recalls related to cribs and other child products.
- Inspect Crib: Crib slat spacing to make sure it doesn’t exceed 2 3/8 inches, roughly equalling the width of a soda can.
- Avoid secondhand cribs: alternative models may no longer meet current safety regulations; it is best to purchase cribs that comply with them instead.
- Keep the Crib Bare: To reduce the risk of suffocation in case your infant should fall asleep inside, always remove bumpers, pillows, toys, etc from his/her crib to reduce potential suffocation issues.
- Follow Setup Instructions: Assemble the crib according to its manufacturer’s manual for best results in terms of avoiding loose screws or incorrectly installed components.
Lessons Learned From the South Shore Recall
No injuries have yet been reported related to the South Shore crib recall; nonetheless, this incident serves as a lesson to parents regarding product safety. Recalled furniture, such as children’s products, emphasize the necessity of federal standards as well as vigilant parenting practices.
Conclusion
The South Shore crib recall is an alarm to parents to reevaluate the safety of products they entrust for their children’s well-being. If you own one of the affected cribs, take steps immediately fora refund or consider upgrading to one that has been verified as safe by organizations like the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Parenting requires making tough choices, but creating a safe sleeping environment for your little ones should always remain top of mind. By remaining informed of recalls and acting promptly to provide them with safer bedding products.
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