September 4, 2026 — A recent incident report details a concerning safety issue involving the Tommee Tippee Breast-Like Night Pacifier, 6-18 Mon, where an infant’s finger became trapped in an opening, leading to discoloration and distress. The incident has prompted a call for a review of the pacifier’s design due to potential finger-entrapment and circulation hazards for infants.
Product Details
Incident Overview
On August 16, 2026, an 11-month-old infant was using a Tommee Tippee Breast-Like Night Pacifier, 6-18 Mon, during nap time, when their finger became fully trapped inside one of the pacifier’s openings. The caregiver reported that the child’s finger was unable to be removed, and the pacifier became stuck around it.
The incident quickly escalated as the infant’s finger began to turn purple, indicative of compromised circulation, while the child was screaming and crying in distress. The caregiver had to intervene immediately to forcibly remove the pacifier from the infant’s finger. The incident was not attributed to improper use or modification of the pacifier; it was being used as intended by an infant.
The reporter believes the pacifier’s design allowed an infant’s finger to enter an opening far enough to become entrapped, posing a significant hazard. The pacifier involved in the incident has been retained, and the caregiver is prepared to provide photographs and additional information for review.
Safety Concerns
This incident highlights a serious potential safety hazard associated with the design of the Tommee Tippee Breast-Like Night Pacifier.
- Immediate Dangers: The primary and most urgent danger is finger entrapment, which can quickly lead to compromised circulation. As demonstrated in this incident, a trapped finger can turn purple, indicating a lack of blood flow, which can cause pain, swelling, and potential tissue damage. The distress caused to an infant by such an event, characterized by screaming and crying, is also a significant concern.
- Long-Term Risks: If a finger remains trapped for an extended period without caregiver intervention, the lack of circulation could lead to more severe injuries, including nerve damage, permanent tissue damage, or in extreme cases, requiring medical intervention. Infants, especially younger ones, lack the ability to communicate what is happening or to remove the pacifier independently, increasing the risk if a caregiver is not immediately present or observant.
- Who Might Be Affected: This hazard primarily affects infants and toddlers in the 6-18 month age range for which the pacifier is designed. Their natural curiosity and developing motor skills may lead them to explore openings with their fingers, making them particularly vulnerable to this type of entrapment.
- Property Damage Potential: Based on the incident description, there is no potential for property damage associated with this particular hazard.
What Consumers Should Do
If you own a Tommee Tippee Breast-Like Night Pacifier, 6-18 Mon, or similar pacifiers with openings that could potentially trap an infant’s finger, we urge you to take the following actions:
- Immediate Steps: If you observe any signs of finger entrapment or distress in an infant using a pacifier, immediately and carefully attempt to remove the pacifier. Seek medical attention if the child’s finger remains discolored, swollen, or if you have any concerns about potential injury.
- Check Your Product: Inspect your Tommee Tippee Breast-Like Night Pacifier, 6-18 Mon, and any other pacifiers for similar design features that could allow an infant’s finger to become trapped in an opening.
- Prevention Measures: Always supervise infants when they are using pacifiers. Be vigilant for any signs of distress or unusual interaction with the product. Consider alternative pacifier designs if you are concerned about entrapment hazards.
- Reporting Procedures: If you or someone you know has experienced a similar incident or has concerns about this product, you should report it immediately to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at www.cpsc.gov. Your report helps identify dangerous products and can lead to recalls and safety improvements.
Manufacturer’s Response
No manufacturer response has been provided in the incident report.
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Note: This information is based on incident reports provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you find information that is incorrect, please contact us immediately so we can correct the post to reflect accurate information.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This article is based on publicly available incident reports. The incidents mentioned have not necessarily been independently verified or adjudicated.