I know many people who swear by Maclaren strollers for their safety and ease of use. Recently, however, the company recalled millions of strollers after reports of children amputating their fingertips when the stroller was being opened and closed. All of the company’s single and double umbrella strollers, sold between 1999 and November 2009 are affected. This includes Volo, Triumph, Quest Sport, Quest Mod and Techno models, among others. Owners can call Maclaren at (877) 688-2326 to request a repair kit. You can read all of the details of the recall at cpsc.gov.

Gap has announced a voluntary recall on some of its babyGap toggle coats. The toggles on the coats may become detached, posing a choking hazard. The recalled styles include Rose Toggle Hoodie (style 600298), Pink Duffle Coat (style 600344), and Blue Plaid and Mojave Toggle Coat (style 600942). These coats were sold at babyGap, Gap Kids, Gap Stores, and online at Gap.com from October 2008 to April 2009. They were sold in sizes up to 24 months and were priced from $20 to $50. If you purchased one of these coats, you can return it to any babyGap, Gap Kids, or Gap store for a full refund. If purchased online, please contact Gap via their website. If you return the coat before August 31, 2009, Gap will issue you a coupon good for 20% off any regular priced item.

Jardine has expanded its crib recall to include seven models of its wooden cribs, comprising 96,000 new recalls. The company recalled 320,000 cribs in June 2008 and an additional 56,450 cribs in January 2009. The CPSC has received over 30 incident reports of slats breaking, and some reports of children becoming stuck between the slats. Minor injuries have been reported. The latest recall involves the following models: Americana, Berkley, Capri, Hilton, Olympia, Positano, Spindle, and Windsor. To view the complete list of crib model numbers and dates included, visit JardineCribRecall.com. The company will issue each customer who owns one of the recalled cribs a voucher good for the purchase of one crib at Babies R Us and Toys R Us stores.

Wal-Mart has issued a recall on its Buster Brown & Co. Cars Fleece Clog Children’s Shoes. Decorative wheels on the shoes can become loose, causing a possible choking hazard for children. These shoes are red, plastic clogs with fleece lining, designed to look like Lightning McQueen from the “Cars” movie. They were sold exclusively at Wal-Mart from September 2008 through March 2009. If you own these shoes, bring them back to Wal-Mart for a full refund.

Yesterday the FDA announced that Castillo Distributor has issued a nationwide voluntary recall on its Monell’s Teething Cordial, Bar Code #7460840410019. The teething cordial is also sold under the Spanish name Cordial de Monell para la Denticion. Reports of infants becoming lethargic after using the teething cordial have increased, prompting the voluntary recall. Customers are asked to contact Castillo at 201-641-7799 or by email at castillodist2@hotmail.com for instructions on how to return the product.