A small business owner who has successfully sold millions of infant sleepwear products told Fox News Digital that his business was derailed by the Biden administration's actions, which called his product category “anti-science.”
”“When we first heard about the rumors with the government, we had been in business successfully for over 10 years,” Nest Bean owner Manasi Gangan told FOX News Digital about her infant sleepwear company. “We had sold over 2 million products'' that we had successfully delivered to homes across America, but when we heard that our product line was broadly classified as unsafe, we… I couldn't believe it. ”
Gangan, an immigrant small business owner, told Fox News Digital that after struggling to get her second child to sleep, she started an “innovative sleepwear line” that “mimics the gentle touch of a parent.” spoke.
“All we're trying to do is reach out to parents who need some rest and sleep, and we've had great success in helping these parents get a good night's rest. ” Guangan said.
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Nest Bean owner Manasi Gangan says the Biden administration is unfairly targeting her business. (Getty Images)
In May, Nest Bean's products, along with similar products made by Dreamland Baby, were banned following a letter from the Consumer Product Safety Commission warning of the potential dangers of heavy sleepwear products. It has been removed from the shelves of major retailers such as Amazon and Target.
Gangan told Fox News Digital that the CPSC has not done the necessary due diligence. She said she has conducted extensive safety studies. commissioned research The results of this study showed that her weighted products did not interfere with infants' breathing and that no deaths were associated with her products.
“They are claiming that this product is unsafe and we are once again confused as to why. Because it was a matter of concern,” Gangan said. “We established these products and this innovation in the industry after consulting with safety experts and drawing inspiration and advice from research and neonatal medical research. However, we did not share this information with this committee. When they refuse to pay attention, they claim that these categories of products are not safe.
Some lawmakers, including Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), are even pushing legislation that would ban the sleepwear category altogether. said earlier this year“It is too risky to keep weighted infant sleeping bags and swaddles on the market unless there is evidence that they are safe.”
When asked for comment, Blumenthal told FOX News Digital: “My biggest concern is that these companies may be putting the lives of children at risk. They… has sold millions of products, advertising them as safe, despite strong opposition from children.” Safety expert. ”
“Parents and caregivers of newborns, who are notoriously difficult to get rest due to intermittent infant sleep patterns, need transparent information. Encouraging parents to use these products without evidence and against expert recommendations is dangerous and flat-out irresponsible. ”
Guingan said she shared information with Blumenthal's office and met with his staff to show her product was not dangerous, but that it was a political attempt to promote a message Democrats want. He said her suggestion that it could be an evidence-based approach “fell on deaf ears.” I go out for my family.
”“Senators are intentionally feeding disinformation to voters based on political objectives,” Gangan said, adding, “The only thing I can infer is that this is an election year.” he said.”
Blumenthal's office indicated it was open to considering a “more comprehensive” study of nested beans.
Those who criticize sleepwear companies cited research The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has issued a warning from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) about the potential dangers of weighted sleepwear products. claimed Multiple infant deaths caused by aggravated sleepwear products.
In the AAP study, CBS News reportedthey didn't test the product in question for a long time in a real environment, they just tested the weight of 5 babies for 2 minutes.
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Gangan claimed CPSC Secretary Richard Trumka Jr. has “inaccurately attributed multiple infant deaths,” not specifically mentioned Nest Bean or weighted products, and has “inaccurately attributed multiple sleep practices that have been proven unsafe.” He cited a coroner's report that appeared to relate to a “tragic combination of…” . ”
“Groups such as the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) have raised theoretical and hypothetical concerns about the potential dangers of weight gain, but it remains unclear how and what these potential risks are. “There is no research or case data to show how much weight it will present in the market weighted product,” Gangan wrote in a letter to Trumka in February. “On the other hand, there is research showing that weighted products can be used effectively and safely in hospital settings with the most vulnerable infants.Nested Bean and other companies are working to promote a better understanding of weighted products. We support independent, peer-reviewed research because of the potential issues involved. ”
Gangan told Fox News Digital that she had met with all CPSC commissioners except Trumka, who she said was “not willing to meet with me” and called her case futile.
“We met with the CPSC Chairman and other commissioners to share the data research tests we successfully completed before bringing a single product to market, as well as the tests we have completed since, and how the product performs. We shared how we can bring innovation to market, how we can bring it to market, the data, facts and science that will hopefully influence regulation and guide regulation. “We want to provide that,” Gangan said. “And rather, we were shocked to be shut down, as recently as April of 2024. Despite our repeated attempts to share information openly and honestly, Secretary Trumka has written to retailers to pressure them to stop selling our products. This is not based on data or science, but on spreading misinformation based on personal bias. This is an anti-scientific attempt.
a research has been published A 2020 journal Advances in Neonatal Care concluded that “no adverse events” occurred in babies who slept under a weighted blanket during a 30-minute test session.
In a separate letter to Trumka, Gangan said, “In April 2023, CPSC's own internal compliance staff completed its investigation of the Nested Bean product and sent a final letter to the company stating that no further action was necessary.” “I sent it to,” he wrote.
Trumka's actions for the infant weighted sleepwear category are: prompted a backlash Gangan's concerns were echoed by members of the Republican-led House Small Business Committee.
“Commissioner Trumka took 'reasonable steps' to meet the requirements of the statute before disclosing the identity of the weighted blanket manufacturer,” said Committee Chairman Rep. Roger Williams (R-Texas). I didn't take the class,” he wrote. July letter To CPSC. “First, he could not guarantee that the information was accurate. Second, he claimed information that was not supported by scientific research.”
“The Committee is concerned that one CPSC Commissioner is putting undue pressure on entities and forcing them to unfairly remove their products from shelves, to the detriment of small businesses. Small businesses should have the opportunity to compete fairly in the marketplace without unfair competition.'' Influence from the federal government — whether it's through rulemaking or the rogue CPSC. Whether it's through a letter from the Commissioner, America's small businesses should have their voices heard and considered. ”
“Commissioner Trumka's activities in this matter were conducted in his personal capacity as a member of the Commission and not on behalf of the Commission itself,” the CPSC said in a statement to Fox News Digital. said.
On July 7, 2022, during a ceremony at the White House, President Biden will posthumously award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Richard Trumka, per Richard Trumka Jr.'s consent. (Saul Loeb/AFP via Getty Images)
Gangan told Fox News Digital that starting a business was a pursuit of the “American dream,” but that dream is being thwarted by government regulations, and that the Democratic administration is supporting immigrant and minority businesses. He said he had doubts.
”America is the land of possibilities. This is known around the world as the charm of America. So when I came to this country, an immigrant with a degree and a pocket full of dreams, who had done very well in his career, decided to take a chance and get started. This project is to help more parents like me, and the values I stand for in supporting women, supporting small businesses, supporting truth, and supporting scientific data have been shaken by this action. ” Guangan said.
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“So, on the one hand, I hear, 'We're going to support immigrants, minorities, and small businesses, and we're going to defend science,' and on the other hand, the government of the very same party that I believed in is now threatening my job. , it's devastating for my business. I'm now questioning my own beliefs. This lost 80% of our sales and caused a lot of anxiety for consumers, the same information that was never questioned. I decided to share it with you, which I received from a customer before.
