September 1, 2004
Big V Maternity and Nursing Pillows manufactured by Theraline Inc., of Wendell, Mass. are being recalled.
If infants are placed on these pillows and left unattended, there is a risk of suffocation. Infant pillows and cushions are banned under federal law.
Infant pillows have a flexible fabric covering, are loosely filled with plastic beads, easily flattened, intended for use by infants under 1 year old, and capable of conforming to the body or face of an infant.
The pillows have a blue or peach-colored print fabric showing yellow moons, hearts and stars, or tan and blue teddy bears. The log-shaped pillows measure about 5-feet in length. THERALINE, THE BIG V and Finest Micropearl Filling are written on a fabric tag sewn on the pillow.
Independent specialty stores sold the pillows from June 2003 through May 2004 for about $60.
Consumers should stop using these pillows immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund.
Consumer Contact: Consumers can contact the Theraline Inc. at (866) 843-7254 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
