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Product name Crib Toys
Description The Soft Triplet, Piglet Crib Gym, and Triplets marching Band toys can be hung across cribs and playpens and used as crib gyms. The toys consist of three soft doll-like figures held together with elastic and with plastic rings at each end and are advertised for use from birth to 24 months. 
Problem Consumer use their own strings or cords to tie the Soft Triplets and Marching Band toys across cribs and playpens like the Piglet Crib Gym. Once children can raise their heads over the strings or over the toy, they can get caught and strangle. 
Distribution The Soft Triplet was sold by mail order through magazines such as Parents, American Baby, and Baby Talk. The Piglets and marching Band toys were sold through retail outlets nationwide. 
Company Johnson and Johnson Baby Products Co., Inc. 
Dates sold The Soft Triplets were sold from 1979 to march 1986. The Pitlets were sold from 1982-1984. The Marching Band toy was sold from 1985 to March 1986. 
Date posted 01/07/2002 
 

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