Saturday, October 30, 2010

Safety Tips For Car Seats

Making sure our child is safe in their car seat is a must. The whole point of having a seat is to make sure they're safe. Therefore we need to get one that is durable, isn't used, has the features we need, and that we find one that is made perfectly for them.

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It's important to make sure that babies get the best food, the best clothes, and the best care. But what is equally important and possibly overlooked is the type of seat that is being used. No parent can ever be too careful when it comes to the safety of an infant inside a vehicle. Circumstances beyond control are commonplace on the road, so preparedness is the key to safe travel for babies. When choosing a baby car seat, keep in mind that all products pass a standard federal crash test. Don't worry about choosing the cheapest car seat if trying to maintain a tight budget, it will thoroughly protect a baby when installed properly. It's not an expensive task to ensure the security of a child.

Finding the Fit

To find the perfect fit for any infant, certain criteria must be kept in mind. If the baby in question were less than 20 lbs, it would be appropriate to choose a rear-facing seat. Forward-facing seats are used up until the baby weighs the indicated amount on the seat. The baby's head should be at least 1 inch below the head of the car seat if rear-facing. In the case of a front-facing seat, the baby's ears should be below the seat top. The car seat should not only fit the baby, but also the car. The seat must fit snugly inside the vehicle and given very little wiggle room. Check to make sure that the store you're purchasing the product from has a return policy in case the seat you choose does not fit.

Accessories

Buying accessories for a baby seat may initially seem like a good idea, but if there's an item that didn't already come with the product then it probably isn't safe to use with the seat. Looking for a seat that will fit with your vehicle, budget, and baby doesn't have to be an ordeal, simply find the right product with the right criteria.




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