As you have probably already heard, Disney is offering refunds or DVD upgrades for Baby Einstein videos purchased between June 5, 2004 and September 4, 2009. Why? Apparently many parents felt they were being led to believe that Baby Einstein videos were educational when in fact, they are not. But really, who truly would believe that plunking a baby in front of the television is educational? If parents really thought they were being good parents by encouraging their little babies to zone out in front of the tube maybe they shouldn’t get their fifteen bucks back anyway! Common sense, right?!

Anyway, if you have a few of these DVDs around the house and you want to get some cash back or exchange them for something better, follow these instructions:

To participate, you must have purchased a Baby Einstein DVD between June 5, 2004 and September 4, 2009.

If you are not satisfied with the Baby Einstein DVD you purchased during the period mentioned above, for a limited time beginning on September 4, 2009 and ending on March 4, 2010, you may exchange it for one of the following:

One (1) Baby Einstein Book of your choice

One (1) Baby Einstein music CD of your choice

- Or -

One (1) coupon for 25% off the purchase of one Little Einsteins™ product. Redeemable with promotion code only at DisneyStore.com.

Or you may return it, and we will refund the current retail value of the DVD ($15.99). (read more)

Skull-And-Crossbones Necklaces

“This recall involves a necklace with a “skull-and-crossbones” symbol and a metal clasp. The skull has eleven pieces of rhinestones on its forehead and one rhinestone on both ends of the crossbones.”

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JAKKS Pacific has recalled Spa Factory Aromatherapy Kits due to “explosion and projectile hazards.”

“Consumers should immediately take the toy’s jars and caps away from children and contact JAKKS for free replacement jar caps with vent holes.”

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DDI Inc. has recalled Toy Construction Play Sets due to “violation of lead paint standard.”

“Consumers should immediately take the recalled play sets away from children and contact the firm for a refund of the purchase price.”

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“Consumers should immediately stop using the canopies and take them away from children. Contact the Land of Nod to receive a free replacement fabric portion of the canopy and a $15 gift card.”

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Discount School Supply

“Consumers should immediately take the recalled beads away from children and contact Discount School Supply for a refund or exchange.”

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High School Musical Manicure Kits were recalled by Fantas-Eyes due to “risk of lead exposure.”

“Consumers should immediately take the recalled pouch used with the manicure kit away from children and contact Fantas-Eyes for a free replacement. Consumers can continue using the manicure items.”

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Lip Gloss Keychains were recalled by Markwins Beauty Products due to “risk of lead exposure.”

“Consumers should immediately take the recalled lip gloss away from children and contact Markwins Beauty Products for a refund or exchange.”

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Tony Hawk Boy’s Pajama Sets

“Consumers should stop using the recalled pajamas immediately and contact the firm for instructions on obtaining a full refund.”

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Rolling Toy Xylophones

“Consumers should immediately take the recalled product away from children and return it to the company for a credit of the purchase price and a $10 gift card.”

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Children’s Sunglasses have been recalled by Axiom due to “violation of lead paint standard.”

“Consumers should immediately take the recalled sunglasses away from children and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.”

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Fisher-Price has recalled Simplicity’s Rainforest Portable Play Yards due to “fall and entrapment hazards.”

“Consumers should stop using the play yards immediately. Although it did not manufacture or sell the play yards, Fisher-Price has voluntarily agreed to assist consumers who own the products. Consumers who own one of the recalled play yards with the Fisher-Price logo should contact Fisher-Price to obtain assistance to replace their play yards.”

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Stork Craft Baby Cribs

“CPSC urges parents and caregivers to immediately stop using the recalled cribs and find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby. Consumers should contact Stork Craft to receive a free replacement kit, with new mattress support brackets.”

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Rashti & Rashti

“Consumers should immediately take these garments away from children and contact Rashti & Rashti to receive a refund.”

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Top Goods Trading has recalled Flashing Pacifiers due to “choking and strangulation hazard.”

“Consumers should immediately take the recalled pacifier away from children and contact Top Goods Trading for a refund or exchange.”

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“Risk of strangulation” prompted a recall of Window Blinds that were sold at Cost Plus and World Market Stores.

“Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled window blinds/shades and return the product to any Cost Plus/World Market store to obtain a full refund.”

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TDI International has recalls Toy Cars due to “violation of lead paint standard.”

“Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact TDI International for a full refund or a replacement toy.”

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Children’s Hooded Ms. Bubbles Jackets

“Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Ms. Bubbles Inc. to receive a refund.”

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Jardine has recalled three crib models sold by Babies“R”Us; Cribs pose “entrapment and strangulation hazards.”

“Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and contact Jardine to receive a full credit toward the purchase of a new crib. Jardine will provide consumers with detailed instructions for purchasing cribs in retail stores and online.”

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Boys Reversible Vests

“Consumers should immediately take these vests away from children and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.”

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