Gerber recalls baby teething sticks due to potential choking hazard

Gerber is recalling and discontinuing its Soothe N Chew Teething Sticks after they were found to pose a potential choking risk for babies and young children, the company announced. The teething sticks were sold nationwide online and also were available in stores in dozens of states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. The recall affects all batches of Sooth N Chew Teething Sticks. Gerber initiated the recall after receiving consumer complaints about instances of choking linked to the teething sticks. One emergency room visit has been reported so far in connection with the teething sticks, the company said.

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