Is This Teething Toy in Your Home? 6,800 Units Recalled After Choking Incidents

If you've been dealing with a teething baby, you know the drill. The endless crying, the drool, the desperate search for anything that might bring some relief. So when you find something on Amazon that promises to help, you grab it without thinking twice, right?

Recently, one of those "helpful" teething toys just got recalled, and it's serious.

The Recall That Has Parents Worried

On January 22, 2026, the Consumer Product Safety Commission pulled the plug on about 6,800 Yetonamr Pull String Teething Toys sold on Amazon. And this isn't just a "better safe than sorry" kind of recall.

There have been 32 reported choking incidents. Thirty-two babies who put this toy in their mouth and had those silicone strings reach the back of their throat and get stuck there.

This isn't a theoretical risk. This has actually happened to real babies.

Why This Toy Is Dangerous

The problem is with those long, colorful silicone strings, the "tentacles" that hang from the ball. They look fun and seem perfect for little hands to pull and play with. But these strings are smaller than what's legally allowed for baby toys.

When babies chew on them (which is exactly what teething babies do), these strings can reach deep into the throat. They can get lodged there. And when that happens, you're looking at respiratory distress, serious choking, or worse.

The toy basically violates mandatory safety standards that exist for exactly this reason: to keep our babies safe.

How to Identify This Toy

You might be wondering, "Do I have this at home?" Here's what to look for:

The toy has an off-white disc shape with either a red or blue ball in the middle. It has six long, silicone pull strings in different colors coming out from the ball. You'll also see three free-spinning rings and some soft push buttons on the disc.

Check the packaging; it should say "Model no. 688-59" if it's the recalled one.

These were sold on Amazon between June and October 2025, and cost anywhere from ₹800 to ₹1,300 (roughly $10 to $16).

What You Need to Do Right Now

If you have this toy at home, stop reading and go get it. Seriously. Don't wait to finish this article.

Here's exactly what the CPSC wants you to do:

Take it away from your baby immediately. Don't let them use it even one more time.
Cut off all six silicone strings and throw them in the trash where your baby can't reach them.
Take a permanent marker and write "DESTROYED" on the main body of the toy.
Take a photo of the destroyed toy.
Email that photo to yetonamr_recall@163.com, and you'll get a full refund.

It's a bit of a process, but it's worth it to get your money back and know that the toy can't hurt anyone.

Safe Alternatives for Teething Relief

Your baby is still teething, still uncomfortable, and still needs relief. Here are some actually safe options:

Go for approved teething toys: Look for ones that meet safety standards. Check reviews, but more importantly, check if they're from reputable brands that follow Indian and international safety norms.
Try the freezer trick: Take a safe teether and pop it in the freezer for a few minutes. The cold helps numb those sore gums and gives real relief.
The washcloth method: Don't have a teether handy? Take a clean washcloth, dampen it, freeze it for a bit, and let your baby chew on it. Simple, safe, and costs nothing.
Mesh feeders are your friend: Those baby mesh feeders? Put an ice cube in there or some frozen pureed food. Your baby gets to chew, the cold soothes the gums, and there's zero choking risk from the mesh design.

The Bigger Picture Here

This recall is a reminder that we can't just trust everything sold online, even on big platforms like Amazon.

Those safety standards exist because babies explore the world with their mouths. They don't know what's safe and what isn't. That's our job.

Before you buy anything for your baby, especially something they'll put in their mouth:

Read reviews carefully
Check for safety certifications
Look up the brand
Trust your gut; if something looks off, it probably is

When to Call Your Doctor

If your baby has been using this toy and you've noticed any breathing difficulties, excessive coughing, or if they seem distressed, don't wait. Call your pediatrician immediately. Better to check and be told everything's fine than to wait and regret it.

Conclusion

Teething is tough. We all want to help our babies feel better. But their safety comes first, always.

If you have this Yetonamr toy, destroy it today and get your refund. If you're looking for teething relief, stick to tried-and-tested safe options. And always, always check what you're buying before it goes anywhere near your baby's mouth.

Your baby is counting on you to keep them safe. And now you know exactly how to do that.