BRITAX BABY CARRIER with CarryLong System addresses back and shoulder strain associated with extended babywearing in the most popular carrying positions
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — BRITAX, the leader in child safety, is pleased to announce their entry into a new product category by introducing a soft-structured baby carrier that offers optimal comfort for both parent and child. The new BRITAX BABY CARRIER line features the CarryLong System, which reduces the risk of back and shoulder strain during extended wear by distributing weight across the shoulders, back and hips.
Through extensive research, BRITAX learned that parent or caregiver comfort was one of the top five concerns for parents when choosing a baby carrier. “We discovered a recurring theme of back and shoulder strain when users wore the leading baby carriers for extended periods of time,” said Claudia Prager, product manager for BRITAX. “As a mother of two young children, I experienced the same issues with my carrier and was determined to find a solution so more parents could carry their infants and young toddlers longer and more comfortably.”
Research also indicated that 86% of parents prefer the front carry position with the option of facing inward or outward. BRITAX answered with an ergonomically engineered carrier that accommodates infants through toddlers from 8 pounds (3.5 kilograms) up to 32 pounds (14.5 kilograms) in these most popular carrying positions.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following product. Consumers should stop using products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of product: CYBEX 2.GO Infant Carriers
Units: About 2,700 in the United States and 400 in Canada
Distributor: Regal Lager Inc., of Kennesaw, Ga.
Hazard: A shoulder strap slider buckle can break, posing a fall hazard to babies.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received three reports of broken buckles. No injuries have been reported.
Description: This recall involves CYBEX 2.GO infant carriers. “CYBEX” is embroidered on the fabric covering on the top of the head support. “2.GO” is printed on an orange tag near the head support. They were sold in the following colors: chili, indigo, purple and slate.
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WASHINGTON, D.C.- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is advising parents and caregivers to be cautious when using infant slings for babies younger than four months of age. In researching incident reports from the past 20 years, CPSC identified and is investigating at least 14 deaths associated with sling-style infant carriers, including three in 2009. Twelve of the deaths involved babies younger than four months of age.
Slings can pose two different types of suffocation hazards to babies. In the first few months of life, babies cannot control their heads because of weak neck muscles. The sling’s fabric can press against an infant’s nose and mouth, blocking the baby’s breathing and rapidly suffocating a baby within a minute or two. Additionally, where a sling keeps the infant in a curled position bending the chin toward the chest, the airways can be restricted, limiting the oxygen supply. The baby will not be able to cry for help and can slowly suffocate.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Starting on February 10, 2009, certain children’s toys and child care articles can no longer be sold, offered for sale, manufactured or imported for sale in the United States if they contain more than 0.1% of specified phthalates. The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York ruled last week that this prohibition applies regardless of when the covered products were made.
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) staff has previously addressed a number of questions concerning applicability of phthalate limits. CPSC today is issuing more guidance in draft form (pdf) for public comment. The guidance is intended to help manufacturers, importers, retailers and consumers determine what products are covered by the phthalate limits.
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kokopax Classic Carrier
It is so nice to be able to support local companies with great products. Sarah definitely took a back pack that I used with my twins 26 years ago, made it better, more comfortable and the prints are great! Kokopax will be a welcome addition to our selection of baby products that make life easier on mom, dad and baby.
From Sarah Spoor, founder of Kokopax:
“We are having such a good time at the ABC Show introducing the new kokopax classic carrier. After using one of the original Gerry carriers, I was inspired to create a carrier that was as comfortable and as basic as the old carriers, but this time more fashionable. Our 100% cotton canvas is custom designed and printed in Los Angeles. Read the rest of this entry »
Henderson, NV – (September, 2008) – Henderson, Nevada-based kokopax™, manufacturer of high quality juvenile products, debuts a range of fashionable and lightweight classic baby carriers with coordinating totes and sun hats for babies and moms. Accessory items, including the company’s signature character, koko™, a plush toy monkey made with organic cotton and the pax protector™, a soft washable cloth made with organic velour, also make their debut. Read the rest of this entry »
