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Product name “Mothers Helper” infant cushions
Description The Mother’s Helper is a quilted, fabric covered, polystyrene pellet-filled cushion intended for use with infants. The manufacturer’s name, along with information concerning fiber content, appears on a paper tag attached to the product. The product also bears another tag that includes a warning never to leave the child unattended. 
Problem The cushions may create a suffocation risk to infants. 
Distribution Nationwide at Wal-Mart stores and Jamesway stores in the eastern U.S. 
Company Hollander Home Fashions, 800-233-7666; or write to the company at 350 Central Ave., Newark, NJ 07103 
Dates sold From 1986 through January 1990. 
Date posted 01/03/2002 
 

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