Why are they a choking hazard? I mean, beside the obvious. Not for the wearer, correct?
1242761
I'm not sure why it says they are a choking hazard- look like big granny panties to me- not sure also why people would put them in their mouth but I guess you never know lik
1769996
The only issue, as far as the listed choking hazard goes that I could see for a 1 year old, would be the smaller pieces with the round balls as tops. The Squigz Starter set pieces are all smooth and a smaller child could possibly put one of these in his/her mouth and have a problem getting it back out - the other pieces should be fine. You could just remove those ball pieces until the child's a little older. I see they sell a PipSquigz set now, which might be the answer for you - they look textured for a young one's senses and ease of grip. Either way, you can't go wrong! My 3 year old granddaughter's Squigz pieces are out all the time - I only wish these had been around when my sons were little. Enjoy!!
1871464
I have a four year old and a 20 month old and they both use it and love it. I don't believe any of the parts are a real choking hazard, but it really depends if the younger child still puts things in their mouth, my 20 month old doesn't.
2180334
I see that others responded with exact sizes, I can tell you that none are even close to choking hazard, in spite of the choking hazard listed. The hippo is largest at around 7in and the smallest is about 3in - we have several of these sets and my daughter was 6mths old when we bought the first. Obviously she wasn't playing with them yet, but even then they were all safe. These are the largest size toys of this nature I've seen in sets for this price. They are high quality, classroom type toys. Hope this helps!
941632
I got them for my 2 year old for his birthday. I don't think any are small enough to be choking hazards. Most are 4 inches (approx) long.
804781
I have no idea why would it state that , maybe it is some kind of requirement(for example, baby head band can be used by babies under adult supervison, but if left unattended can pose a choking hazard! ) I got these for my seven month old at the time and now1 year later It is still one of the best toys she has! She is no longer chewing them, but now can stack these blocks or is looking at all the sides picturing different animals and textures as she can recognize most of them. Next step would be to learn to squeeze blocks to make them squeak. I don't see how it is hazard. Blocks are 2x2 in made of sturdy but flexible material. The only thing perhaps, if older child could bite some piece off, which would be quite challenge but not impossible.
1916193
In full agreement with cat lovers response. Never a problem with choking or otherwise. We have used for a long time.
1686792
Not unless your kid has a Godzilla size mouth. Seriously, no clue why the manufacturer states choking hazard; there aren't any small parts.
679781
I think that the standard for the warning is if the toy has small pieces or if small pieces could be generated upon breakage. In this case, there are no chokeable parts, but if the ring were to break, I could see how there would be chokeable parts generated. It would take more than usual baby play to break this ring, though. As an adult, I'd have to make a concerted effort to break it, and my first step would be to open the ring, which even my toddler can't do. I don't think it's reasonably a choking hazard when played with by babies/toddlers. That said, my children haven't found it to be a fun toy or a particularly good teether. If you haven't bought it yet, skip it.
1781647
I can't provide an official answer from the manufacturer, but I use them with kids ages 2 and up. I use these in my private practice with kids of all ages and they like them. The kids are 100% supervised, so choking or biting off pieces is not an issue.
2010964
No! I have them for daycare that I do and they would be just fine! They are to big for a 8-12 month old to choke on!
1437626
I assume the potential choking hazard is for the bow, in case it comes off. Possibly for the ID bracelet? Our 3 year old loves this doll, and it's regularly around our 7 month old baby. I've never had concerns about our baby choking on any part of the doll/outfit.
611963
I bought it for my 3 year old grandchild. I don't know what they would consider a "small choking part." The only thing that could even come off of either broom would be the bristles. And I don't know that I would consider that a choking hazard. It has been fine for us!
184463
I think so. The blueberries are my only concern. My three year old likes to put them in your mouth and can fit the whole thing in her mouth. To me that's the only real choking hazard.
620272
Well, ANYTHING is a choking hazard, I guess. But these are very large and securely placed on the rubber string. My baby can't even get one in her mouth; and I'd guess if the string broke, they'd all be loose, and then of course don't give them to the baby. But as they are, a baby can't get them all in their mouth. My kid LOVES this toy.
169230
these are just fine; in fact, it's the same brand sold at Costco; have been giving them to my dogs for yearsjust watch for when they get 2" left; take them away from the dog; choking hazard bcs they are so slimy - yes, large gross out factor with these - but if you're a parent (esp a mom), you've touched worse! mb
1940123
They are about 2 in. Not really choking hazard. If she isn't past that stage this toy may be too advanced. More for a 4 or 5 year old.