NAP NANNY RECALL

Please review the following notice from the CPSC regarding the Nap Nanny Recall. Additional information can be found on Nap Nanny's website: www.napnanny.com/recall. Nap Nanny has requested for consumers to contact them directly at (888) 240-4282.

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 26, 2010
Release #10-309

Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 240-4282
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Baby Matters Recalls Nap Nanny(r) Recliners Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards; One Infant Death Reported

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in cooperation with Baby Matters LLC, of Berwyn, Pa., is announcing the voluntary recall of 30,000 Nap Nanny(r) portable baby recliners. CPSC is investigating a report of a 4-month-old girl from Royal Oak, Mich. who died in a Nap Nanny(r) that was being used in a crib. According to preliminary reports, the infant was in her harness and found hanging over the side of the product, caught between the Nap Nanny(r) and the crib bumper.

CPSC and Baby Matters are aware of one other incident in which an infant became entrapped when the Nap Nanny was used in a crib, contrary to the product instructions. In that incident, the infant fell over the side of the Nap Nanny(r), despite being harnessed in, and was caught between the baby recliner and the side of the crib. The infant sustained a cut to the forehead.

CPSC and the firm have received 22 reports of infants, primarily younger than 5-months-old, hanging or falling out over the side of the Nap Nanny(r) despite most of the infants being placed in the harness. One infant received a bruise as a result of hanging over the side of the product.

Infants can partially fall or hang over the side of the Nap Nanny(r) even while the harness is in use. This situation can be worse if the Velcro(tm) straps, located inside the Nap Nanny(r) cover are not properly attached to the "D"-rings located on the foam, or if consumers are using the first generation model Nap Nanny(r) that was sold without "D"-rings.

In addition, if the Nap Nanny(r) is placed inside a crib, play yard or other confined area, which is not a recommended use, the infant can fall or hang over of the side of the Nap Nanny(r) and become entrapped between the crib side and the Nap Nanny(r) and suffocate.

Likewise, if the Nap Nanny(r) is placed on a table, countertop, or other elevated surface and a child falls over the side, it poses a risk of serious head injury. Consumers should always use the Nap Nanny(r) on the floor away from any other products.

The Nap Nanny(r) is a portable recliner designed for sleeping, resting and playing. The recliner includes a foam base with an inclined indentation for the infant to sit in and a fitted fabric cover and a three point harness. The first generation model of the Nap Nanny(r) can be identified by the absence of "D"-rings in the foam base. In second generation models, the harness system has "D"-rings in the foam base and Velcro(tm) straps inside the fitted fabric cover.

The recalled Nap Nannys(r) were sold at toy and children's retail stores nationwide and online, including at www.napnanny.com, from January 2009 through July 2010 for about $130.

The recalled product was manufactured in the United States and China.

Consumers with a first generation Nap Nanny(r) models, without "D"-rings, should stop using the recalled baby recliners immediately and contact the firm to receive an $80 coupon towards the purchase of a new Nap Nanny(r) with free shipping. Consumers with a second generation Nap Nanny(r) model, with "D"-rings, should immediately stop using the product until they are able to visit the firm's website to obtain new product instructions and warnings. Consumers will also view an important instructional video to help consumers ensure the harness is properly fastened. Consumers who are unable to view the video or new instructions online, should contact the firm to receive free copies by mail. For more information, contact Baby Matters toll-free at (888) 240-4282 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.napnanny.com/recall

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10309.html

Music Monkey Fitness is canceled. Look out for our other Music Monkey fun summer classes!

Music Monkey Fitness Starts Next Week!

By now you have heard of our Music Monkey Fitness class, and hopefully you were able to come out and try one of our free demo days. But, in case you haven't, we'll tell you again about this engaging, fun and interactive fitness class for parents (& their kids) that starts this Wednesday!

With Music Monkey Music & Movement, getting into shape is easy, fun and completely kid friendly. Join Miss Scherling for workouts like you've never experienced before because, yes, the kids are welcome too. We'll combine dance, movement, body awareness, aerobics, balance, fine motor skills and games with our favorite songs from past and present. All fitness levels welcome. Children ages 8 months to 4 years.

The eight week session will be held on Wednesdays, starting this Wednesday, July 7th and ending on September 1st. (Don't worry, if you have vacation plans this summer we can prorate the class fee for you). Class starts at 9:30am and ends at 10:15. We hope to see you this Wednesday to shake, move and grove those pounds away!

You can get more information and register here.

Free Car Seat Check

Accidents are the leading cause of death or injury to children ages 1-14. Safe Kids International works to prevent unintentional childhood injury by educating families, providing safety devices to families in need and advocating for better laws to help keep children safe, healthy and out of the emergency room.

We know that your child's safety is one of your highest priorities. That's why we are teaming up with Safe Kids International for our annual car seat check event, this Wednesday, June 24 from 10-2. A registered Child Passenger Safety technician will ensure your car seats are properly installed.

Registration is required. Please call Nurture (610-649-0424) to reserve your space.

Music Monkey Fitness Classes

So whether you did or did not attend the Weigh Less, Live More, EAT CHOCOLATE! workshop, you probably already know that one of the best ways to loose those left over pregnancy pounds is to get up and move your body. Although with a baby or toddler in tow, it's not always easy to get a work out in. Maybe your lucky and your child sits quietly in the jogging stroller while you walk or run, but the pesky weather needs to cooperate too! Or maybe a big case of separation anxiety is keeping you from being able to take advantage of the daycare at your gym. Whatever your reason may be, we all struggle with finding time for exercise, especially when we have little ones at home. That is what gave our friend, Miss Lori Scherling, the idea for "Music Monkey Fitness," engaging, fun and interactive fitness for parents (and their kids)

With Music Monkey Music & Movement, getting into shape is easy, fun and completely kid friendly. This isn't your everyday run on the treadmill. You and your child will experience workouts like you've never experienced before. We'll combine dance, movement, body awareness, aerobics, balance, fine motor skills and games with our favorite songs from past and present.

All fitness levels welcome. Children ages 8 months to 4 years. The 8 week session begins July 7th and ends September 1st (no class on July 28th). Classes will be held on Wednesdays, 9:30-10:15am. However, if your unsure if this class is for you, or if you just can't wait until July 7th, then come out and try our FREE DEMO DAY, This Saturday, June 12th, 10:15am-12:15pm.

Please click here for more information. Registration is required.

ANNIVERSARY SALE!

ANNIVERSARY SALE! As a thank you to all of our wonderful customers, we are having a 20% off of everything! Friday, Saturday and Sunday - June 4-6.

Use code 20off at checkout. Excludes strollers, car seats and pumps.

New Breastfeeding Support Group!

When it comes to feeding your newborn baby, most will agree that "breast is best." In fact, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months. In addition to containing all the vitamins and nutrients your newborn needs, breast milk is packed with disease fighting substances that protect your baby from illness. Breastfeeding protects your baby from gastrointestinal trouble, respiratory problems and ear infections. Breastfeeding can prevent your baby from developing allergies. Several studies have found possible connections between breastfeeding and higher IQ's. Researches have concluded that early breastfeeding is linked to a reduced risk of obesity. Studies have shown that breastfeeding may lower your baby's risk of SIDS and developing childhood leukemia as well as protect your baby from developing type 1 diabetes and high blood pressure later in life.

Breastfeeding isn't just good for your baby, it's good for you as well. Breastfeeding burns calories, which in turn helps you lose the pregnancy weight you gained. Also, nursing triggers the release of the hormone oxytocin, which will lower your stress levels. Oxytocin also helps your uterus contract back to size after birth, resulting in less postpartum bleeding. Breastfeeding for at least a year can protect you from breast and ovarian cancer. Lastly, breastfeeding can improve your bone density which can reduce the risk of osteoporosis later in life.

However, as great as breastfeeding is for you and your baby, it's not always easy. Sometimes babies have problems latching, and sometimes mothers have problems producing, and sometimes it's very easy for both mother and baby, but naturally you may have a lot of questions. That is why we are starting a breastfeeding support group, here our store.

Bring your baby to these special groups to share and learn in a friendly supportive atmosphere. Discussions are facilitated by a lactation consultant and broach many topics including postpartum adjustment, feeding, burping, sleeping, gas and colic, normal newborn behavior, soothing fussy babies and breastfeeding. Expectant mothers are also encouraged to attend prior to giving birth.

The breastfeeding support group is FREE and will take place at our store on Tuesdays from 10:30 A.M to 12 P.M. No registration is necessary. Contact us, or visit our website for more information.