A uterus is not a children's toy -- even if we're talking about a plush toy uterus.
The I Heart Guts company, the makers of all sorts of organ-shaped novelty items, is recalling its plush uterus due to the fact that the toy's ovaries represent a choking hazard.
According to the company's web site:
In an effort to ensure our plush products exceed federal and international safety standards, we learned the 2008 Plush Uterus has failed a pull test. The ovaries may detach when pulled, becoming a potential small part choking hazard for young children. No one has been harmed.
Although our website and sewn-on label state that the uterus is not for children aged 0-3, we have instituted a voluntary safety recall for the uterus plush. We have filed a safety recall notice with the U.S. Consumer Product and Safety Commission (CPSC). If the plush uterus is being used by a young child, please remove it immediately. If you gave the uterus as a gift, please forward this email to the recipient(s).
And if you're wondering if there's a male counterpart to the stuffed uterus, I checked the website. It's not there. But let's just assume it's not child-safe. (via Weird Universe/Consumerist)
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Photo © I Heart Guts Co.
Comments
Mwhahahahaha…. How demented! I’ve gotta get some GUTS, man!!!! Just wait ’til the next LARP!
This could be on purpose, but while the article says the toy is from I Heart Guts, beneath the article it says “Photo © I Hate Guts Co.”
*Cough*
Lil’ Different?
You’re right . . . that’s my screw-up. Thanks for pointing that out.