Thu 25 Oct 2007
You know I’ve always been a sophisticated consumer. My loyal readers will remember that I was not a fan of the Bumbo from the very beginning. Not only did that company engage in blatant false advertising, promising non-stop parties and beach outings, but the seat itself was rather intimidating for a young three-month old Tess.
This is my very unhappy reaction to the so-called Bumbo:
Note that my parents had the good sense to place the seat on the floor, and not an elevated surface.
Anyway, where was I? Oh, yeah. Just as I predicted back in April 2006, the Bumbo seat has actually been RECALLED!!!!
Now a note to all you new readers who have come looking for information on the Bumbo recall, and instead have found my blog: of course I have nothing but the utmost sympathy for any child injured by the Bumbo seat.
Well, gotta run, who knows what other hazardous toys I can uncover - I have to get to work!
xoxo
-Tess
October 31st, 2007 at 12:13 pm
I just found your site when searching for news on the recall. Too funny.
I have one and have used it on the counter, even though it specifically says not to on the box. It should be noted that I only used it when I was within a few feet of my son I didn’t walk away.
Just recently my son has started twisting around in the chair (before he was fairly locked in), so no more counter Bumbo.
I think it’s ridiculous that they’re recalling a perfectly good product because of stupidity on the part of the users. I’m keeping mine.
November 4th, 2007 at 10:07 pm
Hey baby girl! I am so happy to hear that you are a savy consumer at such a young age. That is very important. Do you already have a lead testing kit or should I get that for you for Christmas? In other more important developments, did you go trick-or-treating? What did you wear? Did Story dress up too?
Love,
Aunt Jen
November 4th, 2007 at 10:21 pm
Quick!
What’s the atomic number and symbol for lead?