why does the warning say choking hazard not for children under 3. but the product description from the manufacturing company says its for babies?
45813
No idea, I think the only small pieces are pieces that you have when you put it together. I've used this with my, now 2.5 year old all last summer and this spring and it's fine. As far as I can tell there's nothing she could choke on with this trike.
45814
they are probably referring to the all the small parts involved in assembling this bike. Once it is assembled i dont see any way a baby can choke on it. My son is 3 1/2 and has had his since he was about 1 1/2 with no problems. The only problem i do have with it and has since caused us to 'park' this thing was that the peddles stopped working, the pieces that come together to make the peddles actually spin the wheels do not stay together,,, it worked for a while then they just would not stay together,,, my son used it for a long time by just using his feet like the flintstones do.
45815
Probably because the buckles (and there are way too many of them AND they don't adjust well) could potentially come off is my guess. In any casee, all sorts of bells and whistles to this thing. Waste of money if you ask me. I regret purchase! Just get something simple :)
679780
I think that the standard for the warning is if the toy has small pieces or if small pieces could be generated upon breakage. In this case, there are no chokeable parts, but if the ring were to break, I could see how there would be chokeable parts generated. It would take more than usual baby play to break this ring, though. As an adult, I'd have to make a concerted effort to break it, and my first step would be to open the ring, which even my toddler can't do. I don't think it's reasonably a choking hazard when played with by babies/toddlers. That said, my children haven't found it to be a fun toy or a particularly good teether. If you haven't bought it yet, skip it. I think that the standard for the warning is if the toy has small pieces or if small pieces could be generated upon breakage. In this case, there are no chokeable parts, but if the ring were to break, I could see how there would be chokeable parts generated. It would take more than usual baby play to break this ring, though. As an adult, I'd have to make a concerted effort to break it, and my first step would be to open the ring, which even my toddler can't do. I don't think it's reasonably a choking hazard when played with by babies/toddlers. That said, my children haven't found it to be a... » Read More I think that the standard for the warning is if the toy has small pieces or if small pieces could be generated upon breakage. In this case, there are no chokeable parts, but if the ring were to break, I could see how there would be chokeable parts generated. It would take more than usual baby play to break this ring, though. As an adult, I'd have to make a concerted effort to break it, and my first step would be to open the ring, which even my toddler can't do. I don't think it's reasonably a choking hazard when played with by babies/toddlers. That said, my children haven't found it to be a fun toy or a particularly good teether. If you haven't bought it yet, skip it. « Show Less
747738
Why is there no warning on Amazon? Buy Buy Baby warns that it is a choking hazard!
1251937
It says on the package not for children under 3 years because of small parts so I think you should not get this toy.
482820
The smallest piece included:*Purple bin=blackberry cluster*Red bin=raspberry clusterEach cluster is 4 berries that will not come apart. It measures 2"Length and 1"WidthIf you are concerned with possible choking with the set, then YES there is a choking hazard. As with any children's product, with out proper supervision at all times even the safest tested toy can be a threat. Just remind the child that this is pretend food and it should not be put in a person's mouth. I hope this answer helps. It's a WONDERFUL and very realistic learning toy.
809761
My jar of Manuka honey has a warning that says "Not suitable for children under 4 years of age". The brand I have is called Manuka Health.
2194980
My daughter started playing with these toys at 18mos. I'm think the Amazon over 3 thing is an error he box says 2 and up and I don't see how any of them are a choking hazard but I always supervise my daughter with them just because she isn't yet 2
1127145
Probably not suitable for children under 5-6, as they might swallow the product. Besides, I can't imagine why and in what situation children should need to use earplugs to block noise!
611963
I bought it for my 3 year old grandchild. I don't know what they would consider a "small choking part." The only thing that could even come off of either broom would be the bristles. And I don't know that I would consider that a choking hazard. It has been fine for us!
468189
I just read your concern about Sophie being a choking hazard. I haven't taken the time to review all of the feedback on Sophie, but you have to take several things into account. You state that one reviewer found their child choking on Sophie's leg when they "walked into the room". Where were they and why was their infant left alone? The key to being a good parent is to supervise your child. Watch how they interact with their toys. There are many toys on the market for children under 3 that could become choking hazards under the right conditions. If you are leaving your child alone AT ALL they could quickly choke on something as benign as a blanket. My child has owned Sophie for 3 years now and I wouldn't even hesitate to buy her again. He began playing with her at 3 months of age. You have to take all of the ratings with a grain of salt......not everyone is the same type of parent. You can't shift the blame to the toy if you are not supervising your child to begin with.
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I have a 3 year old and 18 month old that have used these since they were 6 months old - starting to teethe. I have never had an issue. Frequently they do chew on the other end but never had a risk of choking. Just need to watch when they use it. I am always scared if they use it while walking they could trip and fall and get hurt so I only let them use it while sitting of strapped in car seat.
1619393
Unless noted otherwise by the manufacturer this product is not intended for children.
1871464
I have a four year old and a 20 month old and they both use it and love it. I don't believe any of the parts are a real choking hazard, but it really depends if the younger child still puts things in their mouth, my 20 month old doesn't.
1351736
I think they got some labels confused. There are no detachable parts small enough to fit in your child's mouth. It's a ride on so it was obviously designed for under 3 years. My nephew loves his, he cries when he has to get off of it. It's perfectly safe.
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My daughter was a year old when I gave her the Baby Stella Peach doll. She loves it! I believe the pacifier is too large to be a choking hazard. It comes attached to her by a thread of thin tiny plastic (like a clothing tag) so possibly that could be a choking hazard?? My daughter rocks a binky on a "leash" so I cut the plastic off and bought a matching binky "leash" for the doll. Worked perfectly. She is 2 now and I am buying her the Baby Stella Blonde doll. Looking at her maybe (and that's a big maybe) the hair ribbons could be considered to be a choking hazard??... If I feel they are I will just remove them. My daughter was a year old when I gave her the Baby Stella Peach doll. She loves it! I believe the pacifier is too large to be a choking hazard. It comes attached to her by a thread of thin tiny plastic (like a clothing tag) so possibly that could be a choking hazard?? My daughter rocks a binky on a "leash" so I cut the plastic off and bought a matching binky "leash" for the doll. Worked perfectly. She is 2 now and I am buying her the Baby Stella Blonde doll. Looking at her maybe (and that's a big maybe) the hair ribbons could be considered to be a choking hazard??... If... » Read More My daughter was a year old when I gave her the Baby Stella Peach doll. She loves it! I believe the pacifier is too large to be a choking hazard. It comes attached to her by a thread of thin tiny plastic (like a clothing tag) so possibly that could be a choking hazard?? My daughter rocks a binky on a "leash" so I cut the plastic off and bought a matching binky "leash" for the doll. Worked perfectly. She is 2 now and I am buying her the Baby Stella Blonde doll. Looking at her maybe (and that's a big maybe) the hair ribbons could be considered to be a choking hazard??... If I feel they are I will just remove them. « Show Less
2100291
I found the same warning on an e-bay seller's page, and on a non-amazon site carrying products for babies and children. If it's a mistake, it's not just Amazon's.
1808715
I not sure what the company says, but my little boy is 4 years old. He is really rough with toys he threw it twice and a piece broke off. There are 3 pieces for assembly 2 wings and the tail piece. The tail piece is about an inch an a half tall. So a child could choke on that if they put it in their mouth. I wouldn't recommend for a small child unless you watch them. Its a really neat toy.