We posted recently about the potential for a forthcoming recall of baby carrier slings because of the dangers that have been presented in regards to carrying them.  Two weeks have passed since that initial report, but now comes word that approximately one million of these units have been recalled in the wake of growing reports of infant deaths as a result of using these products.

According to The Examiner:

“After the tragic death of a 6-day-old infant in Salem, Oregon and two other reports of infant deaths, 1 million Infantino Slingrider and Wendy Bellissimo infants sling have been recalled in the United States.

According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, all three infants died in 2009. Derrick Fowler was just six days old when he died on May 7, 2009 due to suffocation in the Infantino sling he was being carried in. His mother, Lisa Cochran, is suing the infant sling company for more than $4 million in damages.

Infantino is offering free replacements for Slingrider and Wendy Billissimo slings. The company has issued a statement which says in part, “At Infantino, our top priority is the safety of infants whose parents and caregivers use our products…”

The soft fabric of some infant slings that surrounds a small infant with little neck strength or control can be a dangerous combination. The CPSC reported that there have been 14 infant death related to sling type baby carriers. It is recommended that a baby’s face not be covered so it is visible while in the sling.”

If your child has been harmed by these or any other defective products, you need the help of Sacramento defective products lawyers who have years of experience in holding even large corporations accountable.  Contact Demas & Rosenthal today to schedule a free initial consultation.