What is the choking hazard on this doll? Would it be appropriate for a first birthday gift?
1379473
I do not think that Baby Stella would be a choking hazard. The child who received the doll was a little over a year old! She loved her and had to be where she was after I gave it to her. Great choice for a gift in my opinion!
1379474
Probably nothing. I gave the Baby Stella a peach doll, Manhattan Toy Baby Stella Peach Soft Nurturing First Baby Doll to my great granddaughter for her first birthday, and Baby Stella Blond for her second birthday. This year I'm giving her the little boy, Manhattan Toy Baby Stella Boy Soft Nurturing First Baby Doll
1379475
There's not much of a choking hazard. The clothes all come off to be changed with the available accessories, but they would all be too large to choke on. She does come with a pacifier but I think that would also be too large for a 1 year old to choke on and could always just be put away until the child is a little older if the parents are concerned.
1379476
Absolutely appropriate. I gave it to my granddaughter for her first birthday. No choking hazards and machine washable.
1379477
My daughter was a year old when I gave her the Baby Stella Peach doll. She loves it! I believe the pacifier is too large to be a choking hazard. It comes attached to her by a thread of thin tiny plastic (like a clothing tag) so possibly that could be a choking hazard?? My daughter rocks a binky on a "leash" so I cut the plastic off and bought a matching binky "leash" for the doll. Worked perfectly. She is 2 now and I am buying her the Baby Stella Blonde doll. Looking at her maybe (and that's a big maybe) the hair ribbons could be considered to be a choking hazard??... If I feel they are I will just remove them. My daughter was a year old when I gave her the Baby Stella Peach doll. She loves it! I believe the pacifier is too large to be a choking hazard. It comes attached to her by a thread of thin tiny plastic (like a clothing tag) so possibly that could be a choking hazard?? My daughter rocks a binky on a "leash" so I cut the plastic off and bought a matching binky "leash" for the doll. Worked perfectly. She is 2 now and I am buying her the Baby Stella Blonde doll. Looking at her maybe (and that's a big maybe) the hair ribbons could be considered to be a choking hazard??... If... » Read More My daughter was a year old when I gave her the Baby Stella Peach doll. She loves it! I believe the pacifier is too large to be a choking hazard. It comes attached to her by a thread of thin tiny plastic (like a clothing tag) so possibly that could be a choking hazard?? My daughter rocks a binky on a "leash" so I cut the plastic off and bought a matching binky "leash" for the doll. Worked perfectly. She is 2 now and I am buying her the Baby Stella Blonde doll. Looking at her maybe (and that's a big maybe) the hair ribbons could be considered to be a choking hazard??... If I feel they are I will just remove them. « Show Less
1379478
The baby's pacifier has a button magnet in it. It is covered by a thin layer of fabric. My baby is teething and chews on the doll paci. I would make check frequently for wear in the fabric to prevent choking or swallowing of the magnet.
1379479
The doll is soft and would be a good first b.day gift - really a cute doll-
1379480
I'm ordering Baby Stella for my granddaughter's first birthday in December. For those of you who have one, do you think perhaps the choking hazard would be the pink bows on the pigtails?
1379481
The only thing that could possibly be a choking hazard is the pacifier, but as the previous person said, that could be detached and put away until the child is a bit older.
1379482
Yes, I gave it to my 18 mo granddaughter but you may want to take away the magnet pacifier.
2170094
I bought for my granddaughter who is 2 years old. I think the toppings are too large to be a choking hazard.
942495
It has very small pieces that can be a choking hazard if the child puts things in their mouth. However the doll is just the right size for small hands
533005
This is the package warning: Not suitable for children under 36 months due to small parts which may cause a choking hazard if swallowed. Let me know if there is spnething else I can help you.Thank you
1895399
I think the larger Lalaloopsy dolls are probably better for 4-year-olds and up. We got our daughter her first one at six. They are somewhat big and the heads are a bit heavy. Still a little one would have fun. Maybe try a smaller version, but not the teeny tiny ones, as they might be choking hazards.
2112904
I gave it to my grandson when he had just turned two. The animals that come with it seem big enough so as not to be a choking hazard.
1215884
The pieces are way too small for 19 months. My 3 year old grand son plays with it, but under direct supervision. It is a potential choking hazard.
2180334
I see that others responded with exact sizes, I can tell you that none are even close to choking hazard, in spite of the choking hazard listed. The hippo is largest at around 7in and the smallest is about 3in - we have several of these sets and my daughter was 6mths old when we bought the first. Obviously she wasn't playing with them yet, but even then they were all safe. These are the largest size toys of this nature I've seen in sets for this price. They are high quality, classroom type toys. Hope this helps!
2215029
I don't see why not. Is pretty big so no choking hazard there. It can be used as a pillow for the baby. Is also huggable.
652612
Not for a Toddler, the prop and engine cowling come off easily and could be a choking hazard. If it is like a 5 year old or any child who does not put things in their mouth, it would be fine. Its made of Die cast o they can drop it and it will be fine.
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My daughter started playing with these toys at 18mos. I'm think the Amazon over 3 thing is an error he box says 2 and up and I don't see how any of them are a choking hazard but I always supervise my daughter with them just because she isn't yet 2
1589378
The bottle is small but not too small as to be a choking hazard. No, my granddaughter loves it and isn't frustrated that it does fit perfectly in the mouth. It's pretend play.
1437629
My son chews on everything and he likes the little patch of hair on the dolls head. I think it could be chewed off, so that is a potential choking hazard.
468189
I just read your concern about Sophie being a choking hazard. I haven't taken the time to review all of the feedback on Sophie, but you have to take several things into account. You state that one reviewer found their child choking on Sophie's leg when they "walked into the room". Where were they and why was their infant left alone? The key to being a good parent is to supervise your child. Watch how they interact with their toys. There are many toys on the market for children under 3 that could become choking hazards under the right conditions. If you are leaving your child alone AT ALL they could quickly choke on something as benign as a blanket. My child has owned Sophie for 3 years now and I wouldn't even hesitate to buy her again. He began playing with her at 3 months of age. You have to take all of the ratings with a grain of salt......not everyone is the same type of parent. You can't shift the blame to the toy if you are not supervising your child to begin with.
43290
Yes, probably for a 3 years old or over. It's quite large and very robust. The shoes and socks come off so if the toddler is inclined to put things in her mouth, you could remove them. Apart from that, it is quite a safe doll.
94857
The only choking hazard with this tank engine is if the toy is unscrewed, and then pulled apart, and the Battery is taken out and swallowed.I don't see this as a choking hazard with normal use.
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The smallest piece included:*Purple bin=blackberry cluster*Red bin=raspberry clusterEach cluster is 4 berries that will not come apart. It measures 2"Length and 1"WidthIf you are concerned with possible choking with the set, then YES there is a choking hazard. As with any children's product, with out proper supervision at all times even the safest tested toy can be a threat. Just remind the child that this is pretend food and it should not be put in a person's mouth. I hope this answer helps. It's a WONDERFUL and very realistic learning toy.