The Wooden Cloud Crochet Mobile Clips with Organza Bag has been recently recalled by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) as it presents a high risk of choking as its small parts, particularly the crochet hard balls on a string can easily detached when the product is used. The product recalled is being sold via Etsy.
A little kid may place a small part in their mouth that may go unnoticed by the parents or carers. This may result into the ingested toy blocking the child's airways. Moreover, the product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
This product is a wooden button hanging dump clip with an attached wooden cloud shape and yarn-covered balls on the cord and is supplied with a mesh storage bag at the same time. Although the product seems to be entertaining particularly to kids, it still poses a risk.
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Crocheted toys: Are they safe for babies?
Crochets themselves are considered safe for babies. However, keep in mind that there are certain parts that are not considered safe such as the safety eyes, small balls, and more. Babies and children like to suck and chew on things, making the toy's small parts dangerous, particularly to children.
When buying toys, make sure to always check all the parts, as they can become loose and your child might choke on it if they placed it into their mouth. As much as possible, do not choose toys that have parts that are sewn or buttoned as they can come off as time passes. For kids under three years old, such small parts that could come off a toy presents a high risk of choking hazard.
Although, crochet toys are adorable, these special presents should be made as safe as possible, particularly for kids under age three. Crochet World suggests when giving a toy as a gift to children, it's always helpful to indicate safety information, including washing instructions. The outlet also advises those who make crochet to always ensure the placement of the crocheted facial features and use a small amount only of washable fabric glue to place those features as desired and securely sew them in place.
Carpet thread is a great choice as it is stronger compared to regular sewing thread. Hence, embroidery floss or yarn from the project can also be used.
Some features of the toys are harmful to kids
Toys are a very important and fun part of every child's development. Apart from that, it enhances the child's learning through problem-solving skills, refining motor skills, developing their logic, and nurturing their creativity, and communication skills especially when playing with educational toys.
However, it's important for parents to always check out their children's toys and supervise when young ones play as there could be a lot of adverse consequences of the Toys' features. Some toys can have rough edges which could be extremely dangerous to the child's eyes, they also tend to put certain objects in their mouth which can choke them.
Moreover, parents should always consider the toys they purchase, as it could put their child's life at risk, per Kids Health.
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