Owlet, the maker of the popular smart baby monitor, has posted an urgent safety update after a tragic incident in which a toddler became entangled in a loose camera cable and died. The company is asking every Owlet camera user to complete a short “safety check” in the Dream app to verify that all cords are properly secured.

Company response and free safety kits

In a statement on its website, Owlet emphasized that “loose or exposed cords within three feet of a crib are a real strangulation risk.” The company said the safety check is required for all camera users and takes only a few minutes. To further protect families, Owlet will ship new cable guards at no cost to anyone who owns an Owlet camera, ensuring cords stay out of reach.

History of adhesive‑related complaints

Since the launch of its first camera, Owlet reports it has received 91 complaints about adhesive failures that caused cable guards to detach from walls, creating a potential strangulation hazard. The company now advises that no cables of any kind be placed within three feet of a crib unless they are covered and securely attached to the wall.

Product details and next steps for parents

Owlet is best known for its “Dream Sock,” a wearable monitor that tracks a baby’s pulse, oxygen levels, sleep patterns and room conditions. The sock is often paired with the Dream Sight or Dream Duo camera system, which streams real‑time video and health data to a parent’s smartphone.

Effective November 13, all Dream Sight and Dream Duo units sold on Owlet’s website will include the new cable‑guard solution. Parents who already own a camera are encouraged to open the Dream app, follow the safety‑check prompts, and request a free guard if needed.

Owlet concluded, “We are here to give you the tools and guidance you need to help keep your baby safe.”

Original reporting: Allentown News – 6abc Philadelphia — read the source article.