Why is this recommended for kids older than 3 years? Is that because of a safety hazard?
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probably because most ty toys have little beads inside them that could be a choking hazard
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Shane,I was concerned about the same thing, the closest thing I came to an answer is this web sight. http://www.non-toxickids.net/2007/11/melissa-and-doug-wood-toys-safe-or-not.htmlBut, like they said, who really knows. These are sturdy little vehicles, but like on reader commented, my grandsons mother dropped one on her toe and it was very painful. If you go to there web sight they have a statement about the safety of there toys.Terry
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Please note that there is a GIANT warning label on the wagon that says "This Product is not designed for transporting children."However, most people I have seen with this use it for their kids. My wife used it for our 3 year old and there were no problems. However, the handle isn't quite long enough and it makes navigation tricky with a heavier load.
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I don't know but my baby was 8 months when he first used it. It was safe and secured for that age.
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I would be careful with a 2 year old. How much longer before he turns 3? My children were 6 and 4 so my youngest is slightly older but not much. My youngest likes to jump off of EVERYTHING so he loves it!
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As far as I remember i was using it at least since my daughter was 3months old,just be really careful :)
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Amazon now has a warning that this product presents a choking hazard for children under 3 YEARS of age. I could see how toddlers could chew off bits of the foam and choke. So possibly OK for infants but watch out when those teeth come through.
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My personal feeling for safety is 2 under age 5-6 unless they are bigger. I'm sure as many as three could fit but i tend to err on the side go safety.
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I am not sure why it is not recommended for children younger than 3+ yrs. I bought these for a play area in my house that is all tile and my daughter has been playing on them since she was a year old. She is now 2 1/2 yrs old and we have never had issues. The boarders of the mats are removable so maybe this is why, but even so, they are so big, I personally don't feel like they are a chocking hazard. Hope this helps.
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Good question--having five grandchildren I am always the super safe guy. This might happen if a big kid got into it but the way it is made (leg holes) a big kid couldn't get into it. This is not a question about which you should worry. Great product and seems very safe.
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Our daughter was only 18 months old when we gave it to her. I haven't found anything that would harm a one year old. We've had it for two months now, and no problems with her being too small or anything being dangerous.
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I would say its risky. I personally wouldn't want anything around my newborn. I would be worried about their neck getting in a position where they can't breathe. I got it when my son was 4 months old and he immediately came off of it and put it over his face (to chew on). I ended up attaching it to the sheets/mattress pad with safety pins. In a month and a half he figured out how to get his arm under it, which made the some of the pins come out. Glad I have a monitor because he could have poked himself. Anyway I quit using it. Not really worth it for a month and a half use plus I didn't see any improvement in his flat head. I would say its risky. I personally wouldn't want anything around my newborn. I would be worried about their neck getting in a position where they can't breathe. I got it when my son was 4 months old and he immediately came off of it and put it over his face (to chew on). I ended up attaching it to the sheets/mattress pad with safety pins. In a month and a half he figured out how to get his arm under it, which made the some of the pins come out. Glad I have a monitor because he could have poked himself. Anyway I quit using it. Not really worth it for a month and a half use plus I didn't see... » Read More I would say its risky. I personally wouldn't want anything around my newborn. I would be worried about their neck getting in a position where they can't breathe. I got it when my son was 4 months old and he immediately came off of it and put it over his face (to chew on). I ended up attaching it to the sheets/mattress pad with safety pins. In a month and a half he figured out how to get his arm under it, which made the some of the pins come out. Glad I have a monitor because he could have poked himself. Anyway I quit using it. Not really worth it for a month and a half use plus I didn't see any improvement in his flat head. « Show Less
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Yes. Our grandchildren, who received it, are ages 11, 9 and 7 and have not had any issues using it safely. Good height when child is seated as well.
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Probably yes. There is a caution in the box saying that these are for 3yrs old and up. Just make sure that your kid does not eat them. These foam pieces are pretty big and do not have any loose parts (unlike the ones with numbers and shape which you can pop out). So I think this is pretty safe to use for the kids.
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Lol! I hadn't noticed but I feel like my baby was completely safe when she was smaller. She is 14 months now and I have been using it since she was 9 months about 3 days a week. She can climb out of it now and it tips so maybe that's why? Sorry I couldn't be more help.
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I think a 3 year old would be too old for this toy. I gave it to my 9 month old nephew and he loved it. Now that he is 18 months old and walking, he hardly plays with it, too many things to get into and explore I guess. He might go back to playing with it. I would not give this to a 3 year old.
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I do not know what the recommended age is for use of this product. It may be best to check with the product supplier.