Boppy – Product Liability Lawyer

2026-05-11 – A fatal incident involving a Boppy nursing pillow has been reported to the CPSC SaferProducts.gov database. The incident, classified as a suffocation hazard, occurred when a two-month-old infant was placed to sleep on the pillow in an adult bed. The Boppy Company LLC is the manufacturer of the product involved.

Product Details

Brand Name: Boppy
Manufacturer: The Boppy Company LLC
Incident Report Number: 5997610
Severity Type Name: Death
Severity Type ID: 4

Incident Overview

According to an incident report filed with the CPSC SaferProducts.gov database (Report ID 5997610), on September 16, 2024, a two-month-old male infant was put to sleep by his father in an adult bed. The father placed the infant on top of a u-shaped Boppy nursing pillow. The infant was later found unresponsive. Despite medical intervention, the infant was pronounced deceased at a nearby hospital.

The incident was reviewed by a local child abuse death review team, which noted the unsafe sleep environment. The team discussed the father's use of the Boppy pillow to prop the infant during sleep. Although the infant's death was ruled natural, the team concluded that placing the infant on top of the Boppy pillow may have complicated the infant's illness and contributed to the death. The report highlights the dangers of using nursing pillows or similar soft products for infant sleep.

Safety Concerns

Immediate Dangers: Soft, pliable surfaces like nursing pillows can conform to an infant's face, obstructing the airway. Infants lack the neck strength and motor control to reposition themselves, leading to suffocation within minutes.

Who Might Be Affected: Infants under 12 months, especially those under 4 months, are at highest risk due to limited mobility. Premature or low-birth-weight infants may face even greater risk.

Warning Signs: There are no audible or visible warning signs during sleep. Suffocation can occur silently. Parents may not notice until it is too late.

Environmental Triggers: Co-sleeping in adult beds, use of soft bedding, or placing the infant on any elevated or cushioned surface increases risk. The presence of blankets, pillows, or other soft items compounds the danger.

What Our Clients Say

What Consumers Should Do

Stop Using Immediately: Cease using nursing pillows or similar products for infant sleep. These products are intended only for supervised awake time.
Follow Safe Sleep Guidelines: Place infants on their backs on a flat, firm mattress in a crib or bassinet with no soft objects, loose bedding, or pillows.
Preserve the Product: If an incident occurs, keep the product and any packaging in their current condition. Do not clean or alter them, as they may be important for investigation.
Document the Incident: Take photos of the sleep environment and the product. Write down a detailed account of what happened, including dates and times.
Report to the CPSC: File a report at SaferProducts.gov to help alert other consumers and regulators.
Check for Recalls: Visit CPSC.gov to see if the product has been recalled or if there are safety warnings.

Consumers who have suffered injury or loss due to this product may wish to speak with a product liability attorney to understand their legal options.

Manufacturer's Response

The Boppy Company expressed condolences and stated that it supports AAP and CPSC safe sleep guidelines. The company emphasized that its infant products are only for supervised awake time and are not intended for sleep. Boppy encourages consumers with questions to contact them at info@boppy.com.

Legal Help Available

H Law Group is a California product liability law firm dedicated to helping families affected by unsafe products. We handle cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. Our team offers free, no-obligation consultations to discuss your situation. If you or a loved one was injured by Boppy or a similar product, contact H Law Group at (888) 499-4948 for a free, no-obligation consultation.