An edible product intended for infants has been recalled after it was found to present a choking hazard. Customers have complained about choking incidents and one ER visit has been reported so far.

The snacks, made by the very popular Gerber brand, are GERBER® SOOTHE N CHEW® TEETHING STICKS, per the FDA. The snacks are not only being recalled but are also now discontinued.

Flavors of the edible teething sticks include strawberry-apple and banana. The following UPCs apply- UPC 0 15000 04618 7,  0 15000 04608 8, and 0 15000 01015 7.

Parents who purchased these snacks should not feed them to their children.

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The product can be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund, and "anyone concerned about an injury or illness related to this product should contact a medical provider." per the FDA.  

For any additional support needed, Gerber is available 24/7 at 1-800-4-GERBER (1-800-443-7237). 

You can see images of the products in question here.

What Should I Feed MY Teething Child Instead?

If you have questions about what to feed a teething child, you should absolutely consult your pediatrician first.

According to NHS:

If your baby is 6 months or older, you can give them healthy things to chew on, such as raw fruit and vegetables. Soft fruit like melon can soothe gums.

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The NHS also advises that any infant should be constantly monitored while eating. Parents should also learn which steps to take if their child is choking.

Everyone should learn Heimlich maneuvers for infants and adults. I have both been saved by the Heimlich maneuver and have used it to save someone else. It's an easy way to be prepared and quite possibly save a life.