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Infant Sleepers Recalled - Check For Mold

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 A warning to parents and caregivers from the consumer product safety commission... Inspect that fisher-price newborn rock 'n play sleeper for mold.

The agency says mold can develop between the removable seat cushion and the hard plastic frame if the sleeper remains wet or not cleaned properly.

Fisher-price has received 600 reports of mold... And 16 infants have been treated for respiratory issues, coughs and hives after being in the sleeper.

The warning applies to 800-thousand infant sleepers sold nationwide since september 2009.
dark brown, gray or black spots indicate the presence of mold.

If mold is found, consumers are advised to stop using the sleeper and to contact fisher-price for cleaning instructions or further assistance at 800-432-5437.