CPSC, Theraline Inc. Announce Recall of Maternity and Nursing Pillows
Source: CPSC Recall #04204
Recall Date
2004-09-01
Manufacturer
Theraline Inc., of Wendell, Mass.
Units Affected
About 1,000
Products Involved
Big V Maternity and Nursing Pillows
Hazard
If infants are placed on these pillows and left unattended, there is a risk of suffocation. Infant pillows and cushions are banned under the Federal law. Infant pillows have a flexible fabric covering, are loosely filled with plastic beads, easily flattened, intended for use by infants under 1 year old, and capable of conforming to the body or face of an infant.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these pillows immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund.
Reported Injuries
None reported.
Sold At
Independent specialty stores sold the pillows, from June 2003 through May 2004, for about $60.
Manufactured In
Germany
Full Recall Description
The pillows have a blue or peach-colored print fabric showing yellow moons, hearts and stars, or tan and blue teddy bears. The log-shaped pillows measure about 5 feet in length. "THERALINE," "THE BIG V" and "Finest Micropearl Filling" are written on a fabric tag sewn on the pillow.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28