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Columbia Center Sweet Moments

2012-01-19T14:45:57+00:00

Columbia Center is holding a Foursquare, Facebook and Twitter promotion during the months of January and February. Visitors and guests who check-in on Foursquare will receive a sample of one of Columbia Center’s newest amenities, Otis Spunkmeyer cookies. To redeem the sample, guests must show a Columbia Center staff member their check-in confirmation. Guests may also enter to win by following Columbia Center on Twitter, liking Columbia Center on Facebook, or answering trivia questions about Mom e-news on either Twitter or Facebook.

Baby born in van on way to Columbia Center

2012-01-10T16:00:31+00:00

Little Owen Todd Hinze of Grafton didn't quite want to wait until his parents made it to the hospital before he entered the world. Owen was born in the front passenger seat of a van as his parents made their way to Columbia Center on Friday, January 6, 2012.

Santa Baby Photos

2011-12-03T18:00:45+00:00

Columbia Center held Santa Baby! on Saturday, December 3. Photos from the event on posted on Columbia Center's Facebook page.

Drive By and Donate Holiday Toy Drive

2011-11-30T14:59:16+00:00

2nd Annual Santa Baby at Columbia Center

2011-11-30T14:00:14+00:00

Unscripted Conversations with our Physicians

2011-11-07T18:00:10+00:00

Learn more about Columbia Center OB/GYNs and pediatricians. Watch our new series of Unscripted Conversations videos.(Check back soon for more Unscripted Conversations.)

Trick or Treat Photos

2011-11-07T15:00:33+00:00

Columbia Center held Trick or Treat on Monday, October 31. Photos from the event on posted on Columbia Center's Facebook page.

Drop Side Cribs Recalled by Dutailier Group

2011-11-02T14:00:24+00:00

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Dutailier Group Inc., of Quebec, Canada, today announced a voluntary recall of their drop side cribs.

National Cancer Institute Says Exercise and Breastfeeding May Reduce Breast Cancer Risk

2011-10-26T15:00:19+00:00

There is now evidence that many cases of breast cancer can actually be prevented.

Wooden Rattle Recalled by Manhattan Group Due to Choking Hazard

2011-09-02T14:00:50+00:00

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Manhattan Group LLC, of Minneapolis, Minnesota, today announced a voluntary recall of their Twirlla(tm) Wooden Rattle. The toy's U-shaped parts can break, posing a choking hazard.

Safety Latch and Outlet Cover Recall

2011-07-28T14:00:44+00:00

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Prime-Line, of Redlands, California, today announced a voluntary recall of their Child Safe brand safety latches and outlet covers. The screws on the safety latches and outlet covers can loosen and/or break. When this happens, young children can gain access to electrical outlets and other potentially hazardous items.

Zooper Stroller Recall

2011-05-27T14:00:05+00:00

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Lan Enterprises, LLC, of Hillsboro, Oregon, today announced a voluntary recall of their Zooper strollers sold with an optional use snack tray and armrest bar. The strollers pose a strangulation hazard to young children when a child is not harnessed.

Dream on Me Drop-Side Crib Recall

2011-05-24T14:00:41+00:00

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Dream on Me, Inc. of Piscataway, N.J., today announced a voluntary recall of their full-size and portable drop-side cribs.

Fashionviews Inc. Recalls P.Jamas Children’s Sleepwear Due to Flammability

2011-04-07T14:00:23+00:00

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Fashionviews Inc., of New Rochelle, NY., today announced a voluntary recall of their P.Jamas children's sleepwear. The garments fail to meet federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injury to children. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Infantino Recalls Toy Activity Trucks Due to Choking Hazard

2011-04-04T14:00:07+00:00

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Infantino LLC, of San Diego, Calif., today announced a voluntary recall of their Troy the Activity Truck due to a choking hazard. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Second Infant Death Prompts Re-Announcement of Drop-Side Crib Recall

2011-03-22T14:00:51+00:00

Missing Safety Pegs Create Risk of Entrapment and SuffocationWASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Delta Enterprise Corp., of New York, N.Y. are re-announcing the 2008 recall of more than 985,000 drop-side cribs with "Crib Trigger Lock and Safety Peg" hardware. In January 2011, CPSC and Delta learned of a 2009 death in which 7-month-old girl from Colorado Springs, Colo. became entrapped and suffocated between the detached drop-side and mattress of her recalled crib. The crib was purchased secondhand and re-assembled without safety pegs in the bottom tracks.

Fun World Recalls Halloween Costumes with Toy Stethoscopes

2011-03-09T14:00:50+00:00

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Fun World, Inc. a Division of Easter Unlimited, Inc. of Carle Place, N.Y., today announced a voluntary recall of their Little Pet Vet costumes and Dr. Littles costumes with a toy stethoscope accessory due to a choking hazard. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

OBall Links & Mini Rattles Recalled

2011-03-03T14:00:56+00:00

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with Rhino Toys Inc., of Santa Cruz, California, today announced a voluntary recall of OBall Links & Mini Rattles. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Lamaze International spotlights Columbia Center’s Ann Grauer

2011-02-24T12:00:34+00:00

Lamaze International, the nonprofit organization that promotes a natural, healthy and safe approach to pregnancy, childbirth and early parenting, is spotlighting Columbia Center family educator Ann Grauer. Click here to read the Lamaze interview with Ann Grauer.

Jogging Strollers Recalled

2011-02-23T14:00:21+00:00

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of B.O.B.(r) single and double strollers. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

IKEA Recalls to Repair Cribs Due to Mattress Support Collapse

2011-02-17T14:00:03+00:00

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with IKEA Home Furnishings, today announced a voluntary recall of SNIGLAR non-drop-side, full-size cribs with model number 60091931. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Bassinets Recalled by Burlington Basket Company Due to Fall Hazard

2011-02-16T14:00:02+00:00

Sassy Recalls Infant Teethers / Rattles Due to an Ingestion Hazard

2011-01-31T14:00:20+00:00

It’s A Girl!

2011-01-27T09:08:35+00:00

Real Stories mom Erika's new daughter — Gretchen Elaina — arrived in the early hours of Thursday, January 27, 2011. Follow Erika as she blogs and otherwise shares the story of her second pregnancy.

Pajamagram / Vermont Teddy Bear Infant and Toddler Footed Pajamas Recalled Due to Choking Hazard

2011-01-11T14:00:43+00:00