The Boppy Lounger, a popular baby product used for lounging and napping, has recently been linked to infant deaths. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a recall of all Boppy Loungers after reports of at least eight infant deaths.
The Boppy Lounger is a soft, pillow-like cushion designed to support infants while they rest or play. It is often used as a portable sleeping surface for infants, as it is lightweight and easy to move around the house. However, the CPSC has found that the product poses a suffocation risk to infants.
According to the CPSC, infants can suffocate if they roll over onto their stomachs while using the Boppy Lounger. The cushion can compress around the infant’s face, blocking their airway and causing them to suffocate. This risk is especially high for infants under four months old, who are not yet able to roll over on their own.
The CPSC has advised parents to immediately stop using the Boppy Lounger and to contact the manufacturer for a refund or replacement. In addition, parents are urged to follow safe sleep practices for infants, including placing them on their backs to sleep on a firm, flat surface without any soft bedding or toys.
The recall of the Boppy Lounger serves as a reminder of the importance of safe sleep practices for infants. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), approximately 3,500 infants die each year in the United States from sleep-related causes, including suffocation and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
To reduce the risk of sleep-related deaths, the AAP recommends that infants be placed on their backs to sleep on a firm, flat surface free of any soft bedding or toys. Infants should also sleep in the same room as their parents for at least the first six months of life, but not in the same bed.
In addition, parents should avoid using products like the Boppy Lounger, which can pose a suffocation risk to infants. Other products to avoid include sleep positioners, crib bumpers, and soft bedding like blankets and pillows.
While the recall of the Boppy Lounger is concerning for parents who have used the product, it serves as an important reminder of the need to prioritize safe sleep practices for infants. By following these guidelines, parents can help reduce the risk of sleep-related deaths and keep their infants safe while they rest.
