In the wake of a recent recall by Little Sleepies, U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff has taken a firm stance on the safety of baby bibs and blankets, demanding transparency and accountability from the company.
Last week, Little Sleepies issued a recall for their “Sleepyhead Loveys” and “Bandana Bibs” due to concerns over potential choking hazards linked to the detachable care instruction label.
Today, Sen. Ossoff initiated an inquiry addressed to Maradith Frenkel, the CEO of Little Sleepies, seeking answers concerning product safety, measures in place to ensure the safety of their current product line, and steps to prevent such hazardous oversights in the future.
In a letter addressed to Maradith Frenkel, Sen. Ossoff cited the findings of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), stating, “The CPSC found the instruction label on the Sleepyhead Lovey and Bandana Bib can detach, resulting in a choking hazard for infants and young children.”
Senator Ossoff outlined a series of questions for Little Sleepies to answer in writing:
How will you guarantee the safety of future Sleepyhead Loveys and Bandana Bibs for infants?
Will you consider the removal of tags entirely on Sleepyhead Loveys and Bandana Bibs, given the recent safety concerns?
Are there other products in your catalog that share similar manufacturing and safety concerns?
The recalled products were available for purchase at boutique stores nationwide and via the Little Sleepies website from February 2021 through September 2023.
Senator Ossoff’s unwavering commitment to the safety and welfare of children in Georgia is evident in his actions. Notably, last year, he pressed Green Sprouts for answers regarding the safety of their child drinking cups after a recall linked to lead contamination risks.
In a parallel effort last year, Senator Ossoff exerted pressure on both the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to enhance efficiency and coordination in managing product recalls, with the ultimate goal of shielding families from potentially dangerous products throughout 2022.
