RESIDENTS in the county are being urged by Powys Trading Standards to stop using baby sleep pillows immediately following a national safety alert.
The Office for Product Safety and Standards has issued a warning that baby sleep pillows present a serious risk of suffocation and should never be used. These products are designed to keep a baby’s head in a fixed position, which can restrict airflow and lead to fatal consequences.
Powys Trading Standards is urging households who may have purchased or been given one of these products to:
- Stop using baby sleep pillows immediately
- Remove them from your baby’s sleeping environment
- Dispose of the product safely so it cannot be reused
- Spread the word to friends and family to prevent harm
Cllr Richard Church, Powys County Council’s Cabinet Member for Legal and Regulatory Services, said: “We strongly urge parents and carers to act now. Baby sleep pillows are dangerous and should never be used.
“Babies should always sleep on a flat, firm surface without any pillows, cushions, or soft items.
“Please check your home and make sure these products are removed and disposed of safely. Sharing this message could save a life.”
For more information, visit the UK Government’s Safety Alert issued for baby sleep pillows page.
