Read the label, people

Matthew got an early Christmas present from Grandma Linda - a BebePod seat. He loves it and looks like such a big boy sitting up! The BebePod is essentially the same as a Bumbo seat, but it's tough to find a Bumbo anywhere these days. Why? Well, it has been recalled. I know, I know . . . all these recalls! Lead paint, GHB . . . it is absolutely terrifying.

So, what horrible contaminant led to the recall of the beloved Bumbo? Seems it is plain ole lack of common sense. The back of the seat was labeled as follows, “WARNING – Never use on a raised surface. Never use as a car seat or bath seat. Designed for floor level use only. Never leave your baby unattended as the seat is not designed to be totally restrictive and may not prevent release of your baby in the event of vigorous movement.” I guess this was too vague, as the product was recalled after children fell from seats placed on elevated surfaces. I mean that subjective, confusing "Never use on a raised surface" should obviously have been written, "Seriously. Don't EVER EVER use of a raised surface. Really."

Honestly, this sounds like a conversation with Cameron to me. "But Mommy, when you said 'never' I thought you meant 'not unless you really want to!'"