Amazon has discontinued the sale of specific baby pillows following a critical safety warning issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS). The affected products, the Baby Pillow with Patting Function and the Goose Baby Pillow, pose a risk of suffocation during sleep, prompting the online retailer to take immediate action.
On December 24, 2023, the OPSS alerted the public about the potential dangers associated with these items. The warning emphasized that the pillows could lead to overheating and airway obstruction in infants, both of which are linked to cases of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). The OPSS underscored that soft items, such as pillows and toys, should not be placed in the sleep environment of babies under one year old.
The alert also highlighted that the products in question do not comply with the General Product Safety Regulations 2005. These regulations are designed to ensure that consumer products meet safety standards to protect users. The National Health Service (NHS) reinforces this guidance, advising parents to avoid using pillows, loose bedding, and cot bumpers that could obstruct a baby’s breathing or increase the risk of overheating.
In response to the OPSS announcement, Amazon promptly removed both products from its marketplace. Customers who purchased the Baby Pillow with Patting Function and the Goose Baby Pillow have been urged to cease using them immediately and to reach out to the seller for further assistance.
The OPSS has recently broadened its safety alert to encompass all baby sleep pillows intended for infants under 12 months. The alert details that these pillows have been linked to fatalities in both the UK and other countries. The primary hazards associated with these products include suffocation risks, as the soft materials can obstruct a baby’s mouth and nose, and overheating, which can occur when a baby sinks into the material.
The specific product codes identified in the safety alert include B0DPMQXGN8 for the Baby Pillow with Patting Function and B0DLWC5ML8 and B0DLWFJXX3 for the Goose Baby Pillow.
As concerns regarding infant safety continue to rise, the OPSS’s warning serves as a crucial reminder for parents to remain vigilant about the products they choose for their children’s sleep environments. The health and safety of infants should always take precedence, and adherence to safety guidelines is essential in preventing tragic incidents.
Amazon has yet to publicly comment on the situation, but the company is known for prioritizing customer safety and compliance with regulatory standards.
