Bamboo Nursing Hoodies recalled due to Choking Hazard
Summary
Immediately stop using the recalled nursing hoodies, cut the fully extended drawstring and dispose of the cord
Affected products
This recall involves Kindred Bravely Bamboo Nursing Hoodies sold in a variety of colors and sizes for nursing mothers. The hoodie is made from bamboo, acrylic and spandex, features a drawstring closure and concealed zippers at the chest for breastfeeding access. The neck seam label has the brand name Kindred Bravely, size, care instructions and PO number.
Issue
The drawcord on the hoodies has small plastic caps that can be swallowed by a nursing baby, posing a choking hazard.
As of March 23, 2023, the company has received no reports of incidents in Canada, and no reports of injury.
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled nursing hoodies, cut the fully extended drawstring cords and discard the cords.
Consumers can also request a $75 store credit by filling out an online form and providing a photo of the cut drawstrings cords and company branding.
For more information, consumers can contact Kindred Bravely toll-free at 888-850-3756 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. PST Monday to Thursday, by email or visit the company website.
Please note that the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act prohibits recalled products from being redistributed, sold or even given away in Canada.
Health Canada would like to remind Canadians to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product or any other consumer product or cosmetic by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.
This recall is also posted on the OECD Global Portal on Product Recalls website. You can visit this site for more information on other international consumer product recalls.
Additional information
Background
Number Sold
The company reported that 8 units of the affected product were sold at Yo Mama Maternity (Edmonton).
Time Period Sold
The affected products were sold from November 2021 to December 2022.
Place of Origin
Manufactured in China
Details
Distributor
Akersen Enterprise LLC dba Kindred Bravely
Oceanside CA
USA
Importer
Yo Mama Maternity
Edmonton AB
CANADA