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Skip Hop Activity Center’s Toy Recall Over Choking Risks

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Skip Hop Activity Center’s Toy Recall 2023

Recall Details

The Skip Hop Activity Center’s cloud accessory was recalled on February 9, 2023, because the raindrops hanging from the toy can detach, posing a choking risk to your little one. (1)(2)

IMPORTANT NOTE: Only the cloud toy or accessory is being recalled, not the entire activity gym. (1)(2)

(source: skiphoprecall.com)

 

According to the toy recall alert issued by the CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission), this safety issue affects the following estimated number of activity centers sold in these locations: (2)

  • 472,850 – in the US
  • 23,280 – in Canada
  • 2,240 – in Mexico

 

This voluntary Skip Hop recall was issued after the company received 12 reports of detached raindrops which children had put in their mouths. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported. (2)

 

What Skip Hop Activity Centers Are Being Recalled?

This voluntary recall only includes the cloud toy sold with the Skip Hop Silver Lining Cloud Activity Gym. The other activity centers or gyms aren’t affected. (1)(2)

This cloud toy is attached to the activity gym using a plastic ring. (1)(2)

The affected activity centers were sold from June 2016 through December 2022 through the following outlets and retailers:

  • Skip Hop (skiphop.com)
  • Amazon (amazon.com)
  • Target
  • buybuy Baby 
  • Babylist
  • Macy’s
  • Barnes & Noble
  • Kohl’s
  • Specialty stores nationwide

 

How Do I Check If My Skip Hop Activity Center Is Recalled?

Check the playmat of your activity gym. It’s a Silver Lining Cloud Activity Gym and is included in this recall if it has the following details: (1)(2)

  • UPC number – 879674025721 
  • Style number – 307150

 

What To Do With The Recalled Activity Center?

You don’t have to discard or keep the activity center away from your child. (1)(2)

However, you need to immediately remove the cloud toy’s raindrops by cutting them off using scissors. (1)(2)

Be sure to take a photo of the cloud accessory with the raindrops already removed. You’ll need this to process your gift card (see below).  (1)(2)

Discard the cut raindrops in your household trash properly. (1)(2)

 

How To Get A Refund Or Replacement

Submit your photo of the raindrop-less cloud toy for a free $10 Skip Hop gift card plus a free shipping code. (1)(2)

You can reach Skip Hop Inc., of New York, through these channels: (1)(2)

  • Phone: 800-692-4674 from 9 AM to 5:30 PM ET, from Monday through Friday
  • Recall site: skiphoprecall.com (click on the “Submission Form” at the top of the page)
  • Main site: skiphop.com (click on “Product Recalls” located at the bottom of the page)

 

Are These Recalled Skip Hop Activity Centers Still Safe To Use?

Yes. The rest of the activity center isn’t affected by this recall and can be safely used if the cloud toy’s raindrops have been removed. (1)(2)

 

Other Skip Hop Playtime Products & Toys

Favorite Baby Toy: Skip Hop Explore & More Baby’s View 3-Stage Activity Center

This play center features the following:

  • Décor-friendly design
  • Musical light-up piano with different ways to play: song mode, motion sensor mode, and traditional piano mode
  • Unique Discovery Window that lets your baby see the foot-operated light-up piano for learning cause and effect
  • Removable clip-on toys (e.g., sun bead mover with spinner) that you can change based on your baby’s abilities or interests
  • Three stages of use: Bouncer (swivel, sit, bounce, and play), interactive toy (cruise and interact), and toddler activity table (includes smooth plastic chalkboard surface)
  • Suction bird snack bowl
  • Detachable legs
  • Similar to an Evenflo Exersaucer

 

Note (exclusions): This toy requires AAA batteries for some parts to work (such as the light-up piano); sold separately.

 

Other Skip Hop Baby Toys

  • Carter‘s Safari Play Gym
  • Dog Walker Stroller Toy
  • Farmstand Grow & Play Activity Gym
  • Moby SoftSpot Sink Bather (fits your newborn baby’s whole body; can be used up to six months old)
  • Silver Lining Cloud 2-In-1 Activity Floor Seat
  • Silver Lining Cloud Baby’s View 3-Stage Activity Center (also converts to a play table)
  • Silver Lining Cloud Play & Fold Jumper (bouncer toy)
  • Zoo Snack Cup (with lid)

 

FAQs

Where Are Skip Hop Activity Centers Made?

  • China (2)

 

What Should I Consider Before I Checkout A Toy?

  • Product details or other product information
  • Customer reviews
  • Warranty
  • Store’s return policy
  • Availability (e.g., is the product in stock?)
  • Payment options (e.g., are credit cards accepted?)
  • Possible toy recalls

 

What Baby Toys Have Been Recalled In 2023?

Aside from this Skip Hop activity center recall, here are other recalled toys in 2023:

 

Other Recalled Toys

 

What Fisher Price Toys Have Been Recalled?

Some of Fisher Price’s recalled toys: (3)

  • Fisher-Price Rock ‘n Play recall (January 2023; a re-announcement of 2019 recall)
  • Fisher-Price Children’s Power Wheels Barbie Dream Campers (February 2019)
  • Fisher-Price Trike (September 2010)

 

Our Recommendations For Toys 

 

 

References

(1) https://www.skiphoprecall.com/

(2) https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Skip-Hop-Recalls-Silver-Lining-CloudActivity-Gyms-Due-to-Choking-Hazard

(3) https://m.service.mattel.com/us/Recall

 

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