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Furniture, toys, and board games are included in this week's list

By News Desk of ConsumerAffairs
February 13, 2026

SOOWERY dressers recalled for tip-over hazard

SOOWERY is recalling a small number of 6-drawer dressers sold on Amazon because they can tip over if not anchored, creating a dangerous entrapment risk for children.

  • Specific hazard: Unstable dresser can tip over and trap a child, risking serious injury or death.

  • Scope/stats: About 166 units sold on Amazon.com from December 2025 through January 2026 for about $130.
  • Immediate action: Stop using the dresser if it is not anchored and contact the firm to request a refund.

Product

Shenzhen Zhongyuantong Technology Co., Ltd., doing business as SOOWERY, is recalling SOOWERY 6-Drawer Dressers sold in black with a metal frame, wooden top and six collapsible fabric drawers. The company says the dresser can be unstable if it is not anchored to the wall, creating a tip-over and entrapment hazard that can be deadly to children. The product also violates the mandatory clothing storage standard required by the STURDY Act.

The hazard

The dresser can tip if it is not secured, potentially falling onto a child and trapping them underneath. CPSC said the product violates the mandatory standard for clothing storage units, a safety benchmark designed to reduce tip-over injuries and deaths. No incidents or injuries were reported.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the dresser if it is not properly anchored and contact SOOWERY for instructions to receive a refund. Keep children away from any unanchored clothing storage unit until it is secured.

Company contact

Email SOOWERY at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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Beloems bed rails recalled for entrapment risk

Beloems is recalling its adult portable bed rails after regulators said users can become trapped and face a risk of asphyxiation.

  • Specific hazard: Entrapment within the rail or between rail and mattress can lead to asphyxiation; also fall and laceration hazards.
  • Scope/stats: About 800 units sold on Amazon.com from June 2025 through October 2025 for about $90.
  • Immediate action: Stop using the bed rail immediately and contact Beloems for a full refund.

Product

Leioujiapin Technology Co., Ltd., doing business as Beloems, is recalling Beloems-branded adult portable bed rails, model BL-BR201. The foldable rails have white metal tubing, foam handle grips (black or grey), support legs and a fabric pouch, with the Beloems logo printed on the fabric cover. CPSC said the product violates the federal mandatory standard for adult portable bed rails.

The hazard

CPSC said users can become entrapped within the bed rail or between the bed rail and the side of the mattress, posing a serious entrapment hazard and risk of death by asphyxiation. The rails also do not meet structural stability or retention strap requirements, which can lead to falls, and the push pins and pin holes are incorrectly sized, posing a laceration hazard. No incidents or injuries were reported.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bed rails and contact Beloems for a full refund. To obtain the refund, consumers should destroy the bed rails by cutting the handrails foam padding and writing RECALLED on the upper and lower rails with permanent marker, then take a photo of the destroyed rails and email it as directed by the company.

Company contact

Contact Beloems by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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Fortemotus Direct bed rails recalled for asphyxiation

Fortemotus Direct is recalling adult portable bed rails sold on Amazon because users can become entrapped and face a risk of asphyxiation.

  • Specific hazard: Entrapment between the rail and mattress can cause asphyxiation; fall and laceration hazards also cited.
  • Scope/stats: About 550 units sold on Amazon.com from August 2025 through October 2025 for about $100.
  • Immediate action: Stop using the bed rail immediately and contact the seller for a full refund.

Product

Guangzhou Kezhinuo Maoyi Youxian Gongsi, doing business as Fortemotus Direct US, is recalling Fortemotus-branded adult portable bed rails, model USFTMTJAS008. The black rails have foam handle grips, support legs and a fabric pouch, measure about 30 inches wide by 30 inches high, and have the Foremotus logo printed on the fabric cover. CPSC said the rails violate the mandatory standard for adult portable bed rails.

The hazard

CPSC said users can become entrapped within the bed rail or between the bed rail and the side of the mattress, posing a serious entrapment hazard and risk of death by asphyxiation. The rails also fail structural stability or retention strap requirements, posing a fall hazard, and the push pins and pin holes are incorrectly sized, posing a laceration hazard. No incidents or injuries were reported.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled bed rails immediately and contact Fortemotus Direct US for a full refund. The company instructs consumers to destroy the bed rails by cutting the handrails foam padding, take a photo of the destroyed rails and email the photo to the address provided to receive the refund.

Company contact

Contact Fortemotus Direct US by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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Magnetic board games recalled over ingestion danger

A Colombia-themed board game set is being recalled because loose, high-powered magnets can be swallowed and cause life-threatening internal injuries.

  • Specific hazard: Loose high-powered magnets can be ingested and cause intestinal perforation, twisting or blockage.
  • Scope/stats: About 1,200 games sold at Centro Envos Aventura in Miami and online on Amazon.com from April 2023 through June 2025.
  • Immediate action: Keep the game away from children and arrange a return for a full refund.

Product

Surveying Accessories Cheaper is recalling Colombia-themed magnetic board games after CPSC said the magnetic pieces can contain loose, high-powered magnets. The recalled sets include a two-sided board, a storage bag, 32 multi-colored magnetic pieces and two dice with a storage pouch; Colombia que linda eres is printed on the board and Cositas Colombianas is printed on the storage box. Only the four- and six-player versions are included in the recall.

The hazard

CPSC said the products violate the mandatory standard for toys because the game pieces can contain loose, high-powered magnets. If swallowed, magnets can attract one another (or other metal objects) inside the body and become lodged in the digestive system, potentially causing perforations, intestinal twisting, blockage, blood poisoning and death. No incidents or injuries were reported.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled magnetic board games and keep them away from children. Contact Surveying Accessories Cheaper to obtain a pre-paid shipping label and return the game for a full refund issued to the original payment method or by check.

Company contact

Call Surveying Accessories Cheaper collect at 305-336-6042 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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LShome smoke alarms recalled for failure to alert

LShome photoelectric smoke detector alarms sold on Amazon are being recalled because the alarm may not sound quickly enough in a fire.

  • Specific hazard: Alarm may not warn in time during a fire if the sensing threshold is set too high.
  • Scope/stats: About 11,000 3-packs sold on Amazon.com from February 2024 through December 2025 for about $30.
  • Immediate action: Stop using the alarms and request a refund through the seller.

Product

TIANJINSHIHAOWEIXINSHENGJIDIANANZHUANGGONGCHENG is recalling LShome 3-pack photoelectric smoke detector fire alarms sold exclusively on Amazon.com. The 9V battery-operated alarms are white and circular with a test button; model XG-7D04-KZ9Z and SKU CX-50YP-A5VN are printed on the bottom. The recall was issued because the device may not sound in a timely manner during a fire.

The hazard

If the sensing threshold is set too high, the alarm might not sound quickly enough to warn occupants, increasing the risk of serious injury or death in a fire. No incidents or injuries were reported.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled smoke alarms and contact the seller for instructions on receiving a full refund through Amazon.com. The firm says the alarms can be discarded in household trash; consumers should ensure they have working smoke alarms in their home as soon as possible.

Company contact

Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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CheerKid bath seats recalled after tipping risk

CheerKid baby bath seats sold on Amazon are being recalled because they can tip over, posing a drowning risk for infants.

  • Specific hazard: Unstable infant bath seat can tip during use, creating a drowning hazard.
  • Scope/stats: About 590 units sold on Amazon.com in September 2025 for about $35.
  • Immediate action: Stop using the bath seat and follow the firms destruction steps to obtain a refund.

Product

Hangzhouyoupengmaoyiyouxiangongsi (Hangzhou Youpeng Trading Co., Ltd.), doing business as Babibaby, and Woot of Carrollton, Texas, are recalling CheerKid-branded baby bath seats sold in gray, pink and light blue. The bath seats have five suction cups on the bottom and a multi-colored rolling abacus toy at the front, with Model: BH-222 on a label on the back. CPSC said the bath seats violate the mandatory federal standard for infant bath seats because they are unstable.

The hazard

The bath seats can tip over while in use, which can submerge an infant and lead to drowning. CPSC said the design violates the mandatory standard for infant bath seats intended to reduce instability risks. No incidents or injuries were reported.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bath seats and contact Babibaby for a full refund. The firm instructs consumers to write Recalled on the front in permanent marker, disassemble the bath seat by removing the back rest and arm restraints, discard the screws, cut the five suction cups on the bottom, and send a photo of the disassembled and marked product to the company to receive the refund.

Company contact

Email Babibaby at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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Hot Spring spa jets recalled for entanglement

Watkins Manufacturing is recalling certain hydromassage rotary jets in Highlife Collection spas because the jets can create suction that entangles hair and can lead to drowning.

  • Specific hazard: Suction from rotary jets can entangle hair and pull a users head underwater.
  • Scope/stats: About 32,900 units in the U.S. (plus about 853 sold in Canada) across model years 2023-2025 Highlife Collection spas and replacement parts.
  • Immediate action: Stop using the recalled jets and follow the companys instructions to turn them off and install free inserts.

Product

Watkins Manufacturing Corporation is recalling hydromassage rotary jets (6 fin) used in Highlife Collection spas and also sold as replacement parts. The affected spas include eight modelsGrandee, Envoy, Vanguard, Aria, Prodigy, Sovereign, Jetsetter and Jetsetter LXfrom model years 2023, 2024 and 2025. The firm said the jets can create a suction force that can entangle a users hair and pose drowning hazards.

The hazard

The hydromassage rotary jets can create suction that allows hair to become entangled, potentially submerging a users head underwater and creating an entanglement and drowning risk. The company reported one incident involving hair entanglement, and no injuries were reported.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled jets and visit the companys recall website to determine whether their spa includes the affected parts. If the spa has the recalled jets, consumers should contact the company to obtain instructions and a video showing how to turn the jets off and how to install free replacement jet inserts.

Company contact

Contact Watkins Wellness toll-free at 888-450-5748 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or visit http://www.hotspring.com/recalls (or http://www.hotspring.com and click Recalls at the bottom of the page).

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Aroeve air purifiers recalled after overheating reports

Airova is recalling Aroeve air purifiers because the units can overheat and ignite, creating fire and burn hazards.

  • Specific hazard: Air purifier can overheat and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards.
  • Scope/stats: About 191,390 units sold on Amazon.com, Shopify.com, TEMU.com and TikTok.com from September 2024 through June 2025.
  • Immediate action: Stop using the purifier and request a free replacement from Airova.

Product

Airova, Inc. is recalling Aroeve brand air purifiers, model MK04, sold in black or white. The recalled units were manufactured prior to July 2025 and have a serial number starting with BN, with model, date code and serial information on a label on the bottom. The company said the units can overheat and ignite.

The hazard

The air purifiers can overheat and ignite, creating a fire and burn hazard. Airova reported 37 overheating incidents, including one report of fire, and said no injuries or property damage were reported.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled air purifiers immediately and contact Airova to obtain a free replacement air purifier. Do not attempt to repair the unit yourself.

Company contact

Email Airova at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or visit https://aroeve.com/pages/product-recall-information (or https://aroeve.com/ and click Product Recalls at the top of the page).

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Shein toddler toy set flagged for choking

CPSC is warning consumers to stop using a 5-in-1 toddler musical instrument set sold online because small parts can create a deadly choking hazard for young children.

  • Specific hazard: Small parts and spherical-ended drumsticks can obstruct a childs airway; a long cord also poses a safety risk.
  • Scope/stats: About 380 units sold online at Shein.com from August 2025 through December 2025 for about $10 to $20.
  • Immediate action: Stop using the toys immediately and dispose of them; do not resell or donate.

Product

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a warning urging consumers to immediately stop using 5-IN-1 Toddler Musical Instruments sold online. The set includes items such as bell sticks, a xylophone, maracas and castanets, along with toys like stacking rings with a ball, a shape sorter, a clock puzzle and a fidget snake. CPSC said the product is intended for children under 3 and violates federal safety requirements.

The hazard

CPSC said the products violate the small parts and small ball bans, posing a deadly choking hazard. Regulators also said the drumsticks that come with the xylophone have spherical ends that can pose a choking hazard, and the cord included with the toy clock exceeds 12 inches in length, which violates safety requirements. CPSC urged consumers to report incidents through SaferProducts.gov.

What to do

CPSC urges consumers to stop using the toys immediately and dispose of them so children cannot access the parts. Do not sell or give away the toys. Consumers should report any incidents involving injury or product defect to CPSC at www.SaferProducts.gov.

Company contact

There is no company remedy listed in the CPSC warning; consumers can report incidents to CPSC at www.SaferProducts.gov.

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PandaEar hook-on chairs warned for fall risk

CPSC is warning families to stop using PandaEar portable hook-on chairs because a removable crotch restraint can allow a child to fall.

  • Specific hazard: Crotch restraint can be removed, increasing the risk of a child falling and suffering serious injury or death.
  • Scope/stats: About 8,950 units sold online at Amazon.com from February 2022 through November 2025 for about $25.
  • Immediate action: Stop using the chair immediately and dispose of it; do not resell or donate.

Product

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a warning urging consumers to stop using PandaEar childrens portable hook-on chairs. The chairs have a black or gray metal frame covered with black or gray polyester and cotton material, with two metal arms that anchor to a dining table so a child is suspended from the table. CPSC said the products violate the mandatory standard for portable hook-on chairs.

The hazard

CPSC said the crotch restraint can be removed, which can cause a child to slip or fall from the chair, posing a risk of serious injury or death. The products were sold online at Amazon.com and also on pandaear.com and through third-party sellers, according to the agency.

What to do

CPSC urges consumers to stop using the portable hook-on chairs immediately and dispose of them. Do not sell or give away the chairs. Consumers should report any incidents involving injury or product defect to CPSC at www.SaferProducts.gov.

Company contact

There is no company remedy listed in the CPSC warning; consumers can report incidents to CPSC at www.SaferProducts.gov.

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Muduo crib bumpers warned after federal ban

CPSC is warning caregivers to stop using Muduo crib bumper sets sold online because the padded bumpers violate the federal crib bumper ban and can cause suffocation.

  • Specific hazard: Padded crib bumpers can obstruct an infants breathing, posing a suffocation risk.
  • Scope/stats: Sold online at DHGate.com by the seller lilytoy1988.
  • Immediate action: Stop using the crib bumpers immediately and dispose of them; do not resell or donate.

Product

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a warning urging consumers to immediately stop using Muduo Crib Bumper Sets sold online. The agency said the padded crib bumpers included in the bedding sets violate the federal ban on crib bumpers. CPSC said the bumpers can obstruct an infants breathing.

The hazard

CPSC said the padded crib bumpers can obstruct an infants breathing, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to suffocation. The agency noted that the product violates the federal crib bumper ban.

What to do

CPSC urges consumers to stop using the crib bumpers immediately and dispose of them so they cannot be used again. Do not sell or give away the crib bumpers.

Company contact

No company contact information was provided in the CPSC warning.

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BJs salmon recalled for possible Listeria

Slade Gorton & Co. is recalling one lot of Wellsley Farms farm-raised Atlantic salmon sold at BJs Wholesale Club because it may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

  • Specific hazard: Potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination can cause severe illness, especially for pregnant people and other vulnerable groups.
  • Scope/stats: One lot (Lot 3896) with UPC 888670025963 sold in BJs stores across seven states.
  • Immediate action: Do not consume the product and contact the company for refund instructions.

Product

Slade Gorton & Co., Inc. announced a recall of one lot of Wellsley Farms Farm-Raised Atlantic Salmon sold at BJs Wholesale Club because the product has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The affected product is identified as Lot 3896 with UPC code 888670025963. Distribution was listed for BJs stores in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Virgina.

The hazard

Listeria infection can cause short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, according to the FDA posting. The agency said Listeria infection can also cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women. Consumers should take extra precautions if they are pregnant, elderly, or have weakened immune systems.

What to do

Consumers should not eat the recalled salmon. Call the company for instructions on how to obtain a full refund and what to do with any remaining product.

Company contact

Consumers can call (888) 628-0730 at any time. Media can call (781) 366-9251 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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Junebar recalls bars for undeclared allergens

Junebar issued an allergy alert for Chocolate Cherry and Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Junebars due to undeclared milk and soy.

  • Specific hazard: Undeclared milk and soy can trigger serious or life-threatening allergic reactions.
  • Scope/stats: Lots L1300, L1300A, L1300B, or L1301A distributed in New York State in January 2026.
  • Immediate action: People with milk or soy allergies should not eat the bars and should return them for a refund.

Product

Junebar issued an allergy alert for Chocolate Cherry and Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Junebars because the products may contain undeclared milk and soy. The affected products were distributed in New York State in January 2026 through grocery retailers or direct deliveries from website orders. People with allergies or severe sensitivities to these ingredients are most at risk.

The hazard

The FDA notice warns that consumers with an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk or soy risk a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the recalled products. Undeclared allergens are a leading cause of emergency reactions and can be especially dangerous for people with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do

Consumers who have purchased the recalled Chocolate Cherry or Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Junebars should not consume them if they have a milk or soy allergy or sensitivity. The company urges consumers to return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Company contact

Call 315-226-3339 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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TRUE METRIX glucose systems get urgent label update

Trividia Health is issuing a labeling correction for TRUE METRIX blood glucose monitoring systems to stress that users with an E-5 error and symptoms of high glucose should seek immediate medical care.

  • Specific hazard: Inadequate instructions could delay treatment during dangerously high blood glucose, risking severe harm or death.
  • Scope/stats: All TRUE METRIX, TRUE METRIX AIR, TRUE METRIX GO, and TRUE METRIX PRO systems distributed in multiple countries.
  • Immediate action: Follow the updated instructions and seek medical attention immediately if E-5 occurs with high-glucose symptoms.

Product

Trividia Health, Inc. is initiating a labeling correction for all TRUE METRIX Blood Glucose Monitoring Systems, including TRUE METRIX, TRUE METRIX AIR, TRUE METRIX GO, and TRUE METRIX PRO. The FDA notice states that the Owners Booklets/System Instructions for Use do not sufficiently emphasize that users must seek medical attention immediately if they receive an E-5 error code and have symptoms of high glucose. The company said products are not being returned or replaced.

The hazard

Trividia said the lack of emphasis in the instructions could potentially lead to a delay in treatment if a user receives an E-5 error code and is experiencing symptoms of high glucose. The FDA notice warns that delayed treatment may result in serious adverse health consequences or death.

What to do

Consumers should not return the product, as this is a labeling correction rather than a removal from the market. Watch for and follow the companys Product Notice with updated instructions, and seek medical attention immediately if an E-5 error occurs and you have symptoms of high glucose.

Company contact

Contact Trividia Health Customer Care at 1-888-835-2723 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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Ground beef recalled over E. coli O145 risk

CS Beef Packers is recalling raw ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O145, with distribution to foodservice locations in three states.

  • Specific hazard: Possible contamination with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) O145 can cause severe illness and, rarely, kidney failure.
  • Scope/stats: FSIS recall 003-2026 for products with case codes 18601, 19583, 19563 and establishment number EST. 630 distributed in CA, ID and OR.
  • Immediate action: Foodservice operators should not serve the products and should throw them away or return them.

CS Beef Packers, LLC is recalling raw ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O145, according to the U.S. Department of Agricultures Food Safety and Inspection Service. The affected items include product associated with case codes 18601, 19583 and 19563 and establishment number EST. 630, with distribution listed for California, Idaho and Oregon. FSIS said the products went to foodservice locations.

The hazard

E. coli O145 is a serovar of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC), FSIS said. Most people infected develop diarrhea (often bloody) and vomiting, and some cases can be more severe; hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a type of kidney failure, is uncommon but can occur. Anyone who becomes ill after consuming ground beef should seek medical care, especially if symptoms are severe or persistent.

What to do

Foodservice locations should not serve the recalled ground beef products. FSIS said the products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase to prevent consumers from being exposed.

Company contact

Contact Roger Cooper, Operations Manager of CS Beef Packers, LLC, at 208-810-7510 ext 7531 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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One of the most overlooked areas on Amazon is their digital coupons page. Its not easy to find this from their homepage as they clearly hide it.

You actually have to filter your search by Coupons. The discounts are very solid too. Youll often find coupons that will get you 20-50% off the original price.

To get the savings, you simply tap the empty box next to coupon price, and the discount automatically applies at checkout.

The coupons are typically funded by manufacturers trying to boost visibility for their products. Thats why youll often see coupons for brand-name items like:

  • Electronics
  • Laundry detergent
  • Paper towels
  • Books
  • Vitamins and supplements
  • Coffee and snack foods
  • Pet supplies
  • Beauty products and skincare
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Home & Kitchen
  • Automotive

A simple habit that can save real money is browsing the coupon page once a week and clipping offers on items you buy regularly.

Clipping the coupon doesnt commit you to purchasing the item. It simply activates the discount so it is ready when you need it.

Pro tip: Not every Amazon coupon is easy to spot. Some are buried in product listings and dont show up on the main coupon page. One really smart pro tip is to type the word coupon into Amazons search bar along with the product youre shopping for.

For example, try searches like coupon laundry detergent or coupon paper towels. This will quickly surface listings that have clip-able discounts attached.

Step 2: Stack coupons with Subscribe & Save

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One of Amazons most powerful savings tools is the Subscribe & Save program.

At first glance, it appears to simply be a way to automate deliveries for items you buy regularly. But the real advantage is the extra discount Amazon applies to subscription orders.

The discount looks like this:

  • 5%-15% off your first Subscribe & Save order of a specific product.
  • Up to 15% off when you have fiveor more subscriptions in the same delivery cycle.

Many everyday household products are eligible, including:

  • Coffee and pantry staples
  • Diapers and baby supplies
  • Protein bars and snacks
  • Trash bags and paper products
  • Pet food
  • Shampoo and toothpaste

The biggest advantage is that Subscribe & Save discounts stack with coupons.

For example:

  • Item price: $19.99
  • Coupon clipped: 25% off
  • Subscribe & Save discount: 15%
  • Final Price: about $12.74

Thats some decent savings for stuff your household buys every month anyway.

And you can cancel or skip subscriptions anytime (without penalty) even immediately after the first delivery arrives.

Savvy Amazon shoppers will basically use Subscribe & Saveas a one-time discount tool.

Pro tip: If you want to trigger the 15% maximum discount, add several low-cost subscriptions to the same delivery cycle. After your order ships, you can cancel the ones you dont want.

Step 3: Watch for Lightning Deals

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Amazon runs thousands of limited-time promotions every day. They go by names like Lightning Deals, Todays Deals, or Gold Box Deals.

These deals are especially popular because they offer steep discounts for a short period of time or until inventory sells out.

The deals frequently cut prices by 20% to 50%, but they can also be hard to find from the Amazon homepage.

From the homepage, or on the Amazon app, look for a link to Todays Deals near the top of the page.

For some odd reason, that link does not always exist, so you might have to look for the Shop Todays Deals section which includes an image of a product (see screenshot above).

And yes, Lightning Deals can often stack with other coupons.

For example:

  • Regular price: $35
  • Lightning Deal price: $24
  • Clipped coupon: 20% off
  • Final price: $19.20

Because Lightning Deals are limited, they can sell out quickly.

If youre planning to buy something specific, checking the deal section daily can help you catch price drops before they disappear.

Step 4: Stack your credit card rewards too

Another discount layer many shoppers overlook is your payment method.

Certain credit cards offer solid cash back on your Amazon purchases.

Popular examples include:

  • Amazon Prime Visa 5% cash back
  • Discover Rotating categories that sometimes include Amazon
  • Chase Freedom cards Occasional bonus promotions

Even if youre already using coupons and deals, these cards add another 5% discount on top.

Amazon also runs periodic promotions encouraging shoppers to use reward points.

Examples include:

  • 30% off when using Membership Rewards points.
  • $10$60 discounts for applying just one credit card point.

The trick is that you dont need to spend a lot of points.

Often, applying just a single reward point triggers the promotional discount.

Pro tip: Watch for Amazon promotions that say Use one point and save 30%. These promotions appear several times per year and can produce huge savings.

Step 5: Take advantage of promotional credits

Amazon frequently offers promotional credits for completing small actions.

Common examples include:

  • Choosing No-Rush Shipping
  • Trying Amazon Music or Kindle promotions
  • Watching Prime Video promotions
  • Purchasing digital content

These credits usually range from $1 to $10 and they are for one-time use only. So, if you return the item that you used a promo credit to buy, you wont get the credit back its gone forever.

While the credits may seem small, they tend to add up quickly.

Many shoppers will accumulate credits they dont even realize they have, so be sure to check your balance.

You can check your promotional balance in your Account, then select Your Credit & Benefit Balances, which is under Shopping Programs and Rentals.

Pro tip: Whenever youre not in a hurry for delivery, be sure to select No-Rush Shipping. Amazon often rewards this choice with $1$3 promotional credits.


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Consumer News: Retail operator of Eddie Bauer to close 174 stores as bankruptcy process moves forward
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 19:07:08 +0000

The bankruptcy only involves the brick-and-mortar part of the business

By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs
March 11, 2026
  • The store operator ofEddie Bauer plans to close 174 brick-and-mortar stores across the U.S. and Canada after failing to find a buyer during bankruptcy proceedings.

  • The closures follow a canceled auction for the companys store leases and come amid mounting debt and declining retail sales.

  • The retail operators filing does not impact Eddie Bauers manufacturing, wholesale, or e-commerce operations, nor does it impact retail operations outside of the U.S. and Canada.


The store operator of outdoor apparel retailer Eddie Bauer is preparing to close 174 brick-and-mortar stores across North America after failing to secure a buyer during bankruptcy proceedings, according to court filings and company statements.

The closures come after a planned auction of the companys retail leases was canceled due to a lack of qualified bids, leaving liquidation as the most likely path forward for the retailers store operations.

The move affects approximately 150 stores in the United States and about two dozen in Canada. Closing sales are already underway in many locations, and most stores are expected to shut their doors by the end of April as the company winds down its physical retail business.

Filed for bankruptcy earlier this year

Eddie Bauers store operator filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection earlier this year, citing declining sales, rising costs, and ongoing challenges facing traditional retail. The bankruptcy marks the third such filing for the brand in the past two decades.

The entity that operates Eddie Bauers retail locations licenses the brand from Authentic Brands Group, which owns the companys intellectual property. Because of that structure, the bankruptcy applies primarily to the brick-and-mortar retail business rather than the brand itself.

As a result, Eddie Bauer products are expected to remain available online and through wholesale distribution channels even after the stores close. The brands e-commerce and licensing operations are being transitioned to a new partner, Outdoor 5.

106 years old

Founded in Seattle in 1920, Eddie Bauer built a reputation for outdoor gear and apparel, including down jackets and equipment used by military and expedition teams. At its peak in the early 2000s, the company operated nearly 600 stores.

Retail analysts say the latest closures reflect broader pressures facing mall-based retailers, including shifts toward online shopping, high lease costs, and competition from newer outdoor apparel brands.

Customers with gift cards or loyalty points are being encouraged to redeem them soon as the company continues its liquidation process and prepares to exit physical retail.

The company has not announced plans to reopen stores under new ownership, though the Eddie Bauer brand itself is expected to continue operating through digital and licensing channels.


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Consumer News: Scientists are studying how much people pass gas — using 'smart underwear'
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 19:07:08 +0000

Researchers say the answer may surprise you

By Kyle James of ConsumerAffairs
March 11, 2026
  • Researchers are testing "smart underwear" sensors that track when people pass gaswhile also recording diet and daily habits.

  • Early results show people average about 32 gas events per day, though the range varies widely.

  • The goal is to better understand the gut microbiome and what actually counts as normal digestion.


Everyone does it. Whether you call it breaking wind, passing gas, or cutting the cheese, flatulence is a normal part of digestion.

However, heres something scientists still dont fully understand: how much gas is actually normal?

Researchers at the University of Maryland are now trying to answer that question with a nationwide study that uses what they call "smart underwear."

How the smart underwearworks

The study uses a small wearable sensor that clips onto participants underwear.

The quarter-sized device measures intestinal gas using electrochemical sensors that detect when gas is released.

Participants also track:

  • What they eat
  • Their daily habits
  • Demographic information

Researchers hope the data will help identify why some people pass gas far more often than others.

A window into the gut microbiome

The study might sound like bathroom humor, but the science behind it is actually serious. Researchers are trying to better understand how the gut microbiome works.

Your digestive system is home to trillions of bacteria that help break down the food you eat. When those microbes digest things like fiber and certain carbohydrates, they naturally create gases such as hydrogen, methane, and carbon dioxide.

By tracking how often gas is released and comparing that with peoples diets and daily habits, scientists hope to uncover new clues about:

  • Digestive health
  • Food tolerance
  • Gut bacteria behavior
  • Early signs of gastrointestinal disorders

Scientists say the findings could eventually help doctors give patients more personalized dietary advice and identify digestive problems earlier.

Researchers expect early findings from the larger study within about a year.

Early results already surprised scientists

In a small early study of 19 adults, the sensor tracked how often people passed gas in a typical day.

The result: about 32 times per day on average.

This is more than double the number often cited in medical literature.

However, the range was enormous. In one example, two participants with nearly identical diets passed gas 175 times and 5 times in the same day.

Thousands of people have volunteered

The new nationwide project, called the Human Flatus Atlas study, originally aimed to enroll 800 participants. Instead, more than 3,000 people across the U.S. have already signed up.

If interested, you can join the study as well. You'll be asked for your name, email address, and a few questions to determine your eligibility.

According to the research team, participants have been surprisingly open about sharing stories about digestive issues and embarrassing moments caused by excessive gas.

Researchers say the interest likely comes from a simple question many people have asked themselves at some point: Is this normal?

One thing scientists already know

One thing scientists already know is gas varies wildly from person to person.

So, if youve ever wondered whether youre normal when it comes to flatulence, youre definitely not alone. Researchers say thousands of Americans are curious about the exact same thing.


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