Since the 2007 Mattel major toy recall, toy manufacturers seem to be more aggressive about the quality of toys they put out in the market; nevertheless there are many toys that continue to be recalled that we’re not necessarily aware of.. In my case, with two toddlers, is very hard to take a breather, much less keep up with all recalls and new information out there!
So I’ve taken 10 minutes (really just 10) to register with major toy manufacturers who can e-mail me with the latest recalled toys so I don’t have to keep looking for the information myself. Some of then (like Melissa and Doug and Leap Frog, you have to navigate the site extensively before you can get there… but its doable.
Another good source is the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission but these site includes all recalled objects and has an “español” tab for those who preferred this.
My favorite, although perhaps not the most extensive, is the ivillage.com website where a yearly list of the most recalled toys has been at the order of the day and it features some very popular toys. Check it out, you might find out that some of your kids “faves” happen to be a recalled toy!
image reference: Folding chair from build a bear (chair can pinch or even cut finger if your finger is caught in it) sold in Build a Bear stores from 2001-2008. For more details go to the company's website or ivillage.com
Ivillage: http://parenting.ivillage.com/slideshow/parenting/biggest_toy_recalls_of_2009/
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