Product recallOPSS
Montessori Baby Gym recalled over a strangulation risk
Product recall for Montessori Baby Gym presenting a high risk of strangulation.
Take it off the child, or remove it from the cot or room, now.
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
1 identifier listed for this notice.
Montessori Baby Gym
- Item or listing codeOn the box, the label, or the order page where you bought it.
- 706798367
What to do now
The hazard with Montessori Baby Gym is strangulation.
- Take it off the child, or remove it from the cot or room, now.
- Do not tie the cord up out of the way; remove it or stop using the item.
- Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from the business.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Drawstrings, cords and straps can snag on play equipment, cots or furniture. Strangulation happens quickly and silently.
If someone has been hurt
Get help urgently
- a child who has been caught by the neck, even if they seem fine afterwards — call 999 or go to A&E
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it.
If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2206-0357). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product recall for Montessori Baby Gym presenting a high risk of strangulation.
The risk
The product presents a high risk of strangulation as the length of the hanging toys from wooden ring and beads is 240mm which is greater than the maximum permitted of 220mm. The hanging toy can be tangled and form loops as the combination length of hanging cord is 420mm, which can cause a strangulation hazard to young infants.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Action taken
Recall of the product from end users. The product has been delisted from the online marketplace (Etsy).
Advice to consumers
Recall of the product from end users.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Etsy).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2206-0357
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
Wooden baby play gym with cream cushion
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Questions
Why has Montessori Baby Gym been recalled?
The hazard with Montessori Baby Gym is strangulation. Drawstrings, cords and straps can snag on play equipment, cots or furniture. Strangulation happens quickly and silently.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the item or listing code on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Take it off the child, or remove it from the cot or room, now. Do not tie the cord up out of the way; remove it or stop using the item.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it. If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
Where was Montessori Baby Gym sold?
The notice names Etsy. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
