How to Respond to the Mbabyjon Crib Bumper CPSC Warning

On October 1, 2026, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issued Product Safety Warning 27-002 telling parents to stop using Mbabyjon crib bumpers immediately. The padded bumpers can block a baby's breathing and create a risk of suffocation. Padded crib bumpers have been a banned product in the United States since November 12, 2022, under the Safe Sleep for Babies Act.

The warned bumpers are pink with black and white stars on one side and white with pink stars on the other, with pink ribbon ties. CPSC says there are no markings or labels on the product, and the seller may have sold other colors and patterns too. They were sold online at Mbabyjon.myshopify.com for $15 to $28. CPSC issued a Notice of Violation to the seller, Mbabyjon of Newark, Delaware, and says the company has not responded to its request to recall the bumpers or offer a remedy. No incidents were reported in the warning.

If one of these is tied around your crib right now, take it off today. The rest of this guide covers how to confirm what you have, how to get rid of it, and how to deal with the worries that made the bumper seem like a good idea in the first place.

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What this guide covers

Our category page already ranks cribs and bassinets. This post is the action plan for warning 27-002:

1. Take the Mbabyjon bumper out of the crib today.
2. Check whether what you own matches the warning, including other patterns from the same shop.
3. Throw it away so no other baby ends up sleeping next to it. Do not sell, donate, or pass it on.
4. Check every other crib, bassinet, and play yard in your life for bumpers, slat covers, and extra padding.
5. Handle the reasons parents buy bumpers (bonks, stuck legs, drafts) without adding anything to the sleep space.
6. Report any incident at SaferProducts.gov.

The five cards further down show sleep spaces from our cribs and bassinets shortlist. They are there to help if you decide the crib itself needs replacing. They are not a new ranking.

Step-by-step: what to do this week

1. Remove the bumper now

Untie the ribbons and take the bumper out of the crib before the next nap. CPSC's instruction is to stop using it immediately and dispose of it. There is no recall program to wait for, because the seller has not agreed to one.

While you are there, take out anything else that is not a fitted sheet. CPSC's reminder in the same warning is simple: a firm, flat surface, a fitted sheet only, and no blankets, pillows, padded bumpers, or other items in the sleep space.

2. Match what you own to the warning

Check your order history and the bumper itself:

• Name: Mbabyjon crib bumpers
• Look: Padded, pink with black and white stars on one side and white with pink stars on the other, with pink ribbons
• Labels: None. CPSC says the product has no markings or labels
• Other versions: CPSC says the firm may have sold other colors or patterns
• Sold: Online at Mbabyjon.myshopify.com for between $15 and $28
• Warning: CPSC Product Safety Warning 27-002, October 1, 2026. Seller Mbabyjon of Newark, Delaware, unresponsive to the Notice of Violation

Because there is no label, your order confirmation is the best proof. Search your email for "Mbabyjon" or a Shopify receipt from that store. If you bought a different pattern from the same shop, treat it as covered.

The bigger point: it does not matter much whether your bumper is this exact one. Padded crib bumpers of any brand are banned products. If you have one from a different seller, the same steps apply.

3. Throw it away and keep a record

Take a photo of the bumper and your order receipt in case you want to dispute the charge with your card issuer or file a report. Then put it in the trash. Cutting the ties first makes it harder for someone to pull it out and reuse it.

Do not donate it, list it on a marketplace, or give it to a friend who is expecting. CPSC's instruction is to dispose of it. Selling or giving away a banned crib bumper puts the same risk in someone else's nursery.

4. Check every sleep space your baby uses

Bumpers tend to come in sets and get gifted. Walk through every place your baby sleeps:

• The crib at home
• The bassinet or play yard in your room
• Cribs at grandparents' houses
• Daycare, if you supplied any bedding
• Travel cribs you borrowed

Under the Safe Sleep for Babies Act, the ban covers padded crib bumpers, vinyl bumper guards, and vertical crib slat covers. CPSC's definition does not include non-padded mesh crib liners. Even so, CPSC's safe sleep message is a fitted sheet only, so the cleanest setup is nothing added at all.

Also check nursery bedding sets you received as gifts. Many older sets came with a bumper, a quilt, and a crib skirt in one bag. The skirt is outside the crib. The bumper and quilt should not go in.

5. Solve the problems the bumper was supposed to solve

Most parents buy bumpers for real reasons. Here is how to handle each one without adding anything to the crib.

Baby bumps their head on the slats. Babies do knock into the sides as they start to roll and scoot. These bumps are usually minor. The risk a padded bumper adds, suffocation against soft fabric, is far more serious than a bump against a wood slat.

An arm or leg slips between the slats. A full-size crib that meets the federal crib standard has slats no more than 2 3/8 inches apart, which is too narrow for a baby's head or body to pass through. A limb can poke out, and baby will usually pull it back in. If it happens often, check that the crib is a current, compliant model and that no slats are cracked or loose.

The crib feels drafty or cold. Dress baby in a wearable blanket or sleep sack instead of adding fabric to the crib. Keep the room at a comfortable temperature.

It looks bare. A bare crib is the safe crib. Put the decor on the walls, a shelf, or a rug instead.

6. Report incidents

If your baby had a breathing scare, got tangled in the ties, or was found with their face against the bumper, get medical care first if needed. Then file a report at SaferProducts.gov. CPSC listed no incidents in warning 27-002. Reports help the agency act when a seller will not run a recall.

What to look for in a safe sleep space

Once the bumper is gone, the crib or bassinet itself should be doing all the safety work. Here is what matters when you look at the space your baby sleeps in, or when you shop for a new one:

• Meets current federal standards: Full-size cribs, bassinets, and play yards sold in the U.S. must meet CPSC safety standards. Avoid drop-side cribs and older secondhand cribs with no model information.
• Tight slats and solid hardware: No missing, cracked, or loose slats. Tighten bolts when you adjust the mattress height.
• A firm, flat mattress that fits: The mattress should sit snug against all four sides with no gaps.
• A fitted sheet only: No bumpers, pillows, blankets, stuffed animals, or positioners.
• Room to grow: Adjustable mattress heights and conversion options matter if you want one crib for several years.
• Low-emission materials: Certifications like GREENGUARD Gold are a plus if you care about indoor air in the nursery.

Quick checklist before tonight

1. Bumper removed and in the trash.
2. Crib checked for any other padding, quilts, or slat covers.
3. Grandparents and daycare told about the warning.
4. Wearable blanket ready for cold nights.
5. Baby placed on their back on a firm, flat surface with a fitted sheet only.

We do not invent experts, clinicians, or parent testimonials. Scores on the cards below come from the methodology on our cribs and bassinets page.

Which crib or bassinet fits your situation

You only need a new crib if yours is old, damaged, missing parts, or does not meet current standards. If it is in good shape, removing the bumper is enough. If you are replacing it, here is how the cards below fit different families.

You want help with newborn sleep and the budget allows it. The Happiest Baby SNOO Smart Sleeper uses responsive sound and motion, and its sleep sack keeps baby on their back. It is about $1,695, with a rental option, and babies outgrow it at around 5 to 6 months.

You want one crib that looks good and lasts into the toddler years. The Babyletto Hudson 3-in-1 is about $500, GREENGUARD Gold certified, and converts to a toddler bed and daybed. The toddler rail is sold separately.

You want a certified crib at a lower price. The DaVinci Kalani 4-in-1 is about $280, GREENGUARD Gold certified, and includes its toddler conversion kit. The style is traditional.

You are on a tight budget. The Delta Children Emery 4-in-1 is about $200 and assembles quickly. It uses engineered wood, and the conversion kits are extra.

You want a bedside bassinet with motion. The 4moms mamaRoo Sleep Bassinet is about $350 with five motion patterns and app control. Most babies outgrow its 25 lb limit by 4 to 5 months.

Whatever you choose, the same rule applies: a fitted sheet only, no bumper.

Before the next nap

Save the photo of the bumper, your Mbabyjon receipt, the CPSC warning 27-002 page, and your SaferProducts.gov confirmation if you filed one. If someone offers you a matching bumper set at a baby shower or a yard sale, say no thanks. They are banned products, and a bare crib is what CPSC recommends.

When you are ready to compare sleep spaces side by side, See all 5 Best Cribs & Bassinets ranked →.