More than 121,000 squishy children’s toys sold at Walmart and Ollie’s Bargain Outlet have been recalled due to “risk of serious injury or death from asbestos exposure,” warns the US Consumer Product ...

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A viral social media trend involving squishy toys is sending a growing number of children to hospital burn units, as parents, doctors and even the company behind the trend's viral toy sound the alarm.

A dangerous social media trend of microwaving squishy toys has left one girl with "traumatising" burns, a parent has warned. Charlotte, 42, from Hartcliffe in Bristol, said her daughter Bella, 10, ...

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A vigilant TikTokker is warning parents about the toxicity levels of a popular squishy toy. Concerned Canadian dad Jordan Collinet posted his shocking video after his daughter returned home with a ...

Squishy Dumpling Unboxing is increasingly gaining traction in the Roblox community. Released on March 28, 2026, it has gained over 10 million visits so far and has 17,000 active players. It features ...

The squishy sensory toy NeeDoh has become a viral sensation, leading to nationwide shortages. A USA TODAY parenting expert suggests the hype may not be justified, as children often prefer their old ...

Move over slime, squishy toys are the latest craze. Just ask mom. If you are a parent of school-age kids, chances are you may have already heard about the latest obsession squished into backpacks, ...