WASHINGTON — In the past four years, 10 children under 3 months old have died after rolling over while sitting in a Fisher-Price Rock 'n Play, prompting a warning to parents about the popular toy.
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, all 10 children were unrestrained when they rolled from their back to their stomach or side.
Safety Alert: If your child is 3 months or older, or if your child can roll, stop using your Fisher-Price Rock ‘N Play. 10 deaths since 2015 occurred when infants rolled from their back to their stomach or side, while unrestrained. Learn more: https://t.co/Df5j3wzNkn pic.twitter.com/x0SeOJWfMc
— US Consumer Product Safety Commission (@USCPSC) April 5, 2019
Fisher-Price has warned consumers not to use the toy when infants can roll over. Now, the CPSC is warning of the risks and reminding parents.
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"The reported deaths show that some consumers are still using the product when infants are capable of rolling and without using the three point harness restraint," the CPSC said in a news release.
To learn more, visit the Consumer Product Safety Commission's website.
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