Urgent warning issued over cuddly stuffed toy that ‘could suffocate children’

A WARNING has been issued over a cuddly stuffed toy that presents a serious risk of suffocation if placed with young children. The weighted stuffed animal is sold as a stress relief tool for adults, but the Office for Product and Safety Standards (OPSS) has now urged Brits to keep it out of the reach of children. A warning has been issued with leaving the toy with children Credit: Unknown The watchdog said the Snugly Weighted Stuffed Toy presents a serious risk of suffocation and customers are now advised to keep it away from kids. The Snugly Weighted Stuffed Toy can be bought online directly from the retailer or from Amazon. Sign up for The Sun newsletter Thank you! The OPSS found marketing images demonstrating use by children, prompting concern. A full statement read: “The product is a weighted item that may be placed in close contact with the user’s face and body. “Due to its weight, it may restrict breathing or movement for youngchildren, increasing the risk of suffocation. “Whilst the product is marketed as for use by adults, marketing images demonstrate use by children. “Additionally, markings and warnings including safety information was notavailable in English.” The brand’s website also says it is “safe for children” and further advises adult supervision. Most read in The Sun On a Q&A section of its website, Snugly said the product is “safe for children”, adding: “However, we recommend adult supervision and following weight guidelines based on the child’s age and size.” Comment now