Baby Hammocks

DATE: November 18, 2009

CATEGORY: Swings & Seats

COMPANY/BRAND: Three Sisters Toys Inc.

THE DANGER: The hammock can flip over, posing a serious fall hazard and strangulation hazard to infants who become entrapped in the seat's restraint straps while upside down.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves about 20 baby hammocks that are a cream-colored canvas and hang from a wooden pole (related recalls have been issued in August 2008 and 2009). The hammock measures about 29 x 43 inches. It has three restraint straps with red buckles and is attached to a cushioned pad for the infant. A mounting fixture, also called a fixing set, is sold with the hammock. "La Siesta" is printed on a tag located below the restraint straps. Model number YABN-1 is printed on a white tag sewn into the hammock's side seam.

SOLD AT: Three Sisters Toys online at www.threesisterstoys.com from December 2007 through July 2008 for about $100.

WHAT TO DO: Immediately stop using the baby hammock and return it to Three Sisters Toys to receive a full refund. The firm has contacted all known purchasers of this product. For more information, contact Three Sisters Toys toll-free at (888) 537-9293 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.threesisterstoys.com.