Yesterday I posted credible information on how spamming is detrimental... today let’s focus on car…
Yesterday I posted credible information on how spamming is detrimental... today let’s focus on car seat safety as it seems to be another hot topic here.
Here are some great links on Rearfacing:
https://csftl.org/why-rear-facing-the-science-junkies-guide/
https://csftl.org/rear-facing-car-seat-myths-busted/
Legal isn’t always safest. Legal is bare minimum. When it comes to hold safety we should strive for better than the minimum. There are some great seats on the market that are very inexpensive and there’s always programs to help.
Let’s talk booster seats:
http://thecarseatlady.com/when-is-a-child-ready-to-use-a-booster-seat/
https://csftl.org/harness-or-booster/
Don’t rush your babies. This is one area you don’t want them growing too fast! Be sure they pass the 5 step test before not using a car seat at all (the average child is 10-12 before meeting these!)
https://csftl.org/short-adults-seat-belts/
https://csftl.org/the-five-step-test/
Aftermarket Accessories are a big no no:
https://csftl.org/non-regulated-products/
Washing your seat:
https://csftl.org/clean-my-car-seat/
Expiration:
https://csftl.org/expired-seats/
As always: READ YOUR MANUAL and cross reference with your car’s manual for best install. If you have questions, contact a CPST. You can google where to find them in your area. NOT all fire stations or police stations have them. Many you need to call and schedule when one is on duty. And let’s not forget- most hospitals are not properly trained.
Don’t get angry when someone offers advice. Swallow your pride and do your research. This is your child’s life. The “we didn’t have them and we survived” mentality is dangerous. The ones who didn’t survive aren’t here to talk about it.
Phew. That’s a lot to learn!! CPSTs please feel free to chime in.
Michelle Winstanley·
Мама двоих (1 год, 5 лет)
It amazing me how clueless people are when it comes to car seat safety.. so many parents appear to be in such a rush for their kids to grow up.. my 30lb chunker is still fear facing and she will be until she is officially too big.
Leah·
Yes I wish more people understood that the laws are the bare minimum and some are very outdated! Indiana still does ff at 1 and 20lbs but what's just as bad as that is you can put your kid in a booster seat with a seat belt at 4 and 40lbs. It's crazy.
Amber·
Can you make a post next about how it’s not ok to let a child cry and scream until they are physically ill. 🙄 block happy bitches in here.
Lanie Jay·
@kittywearingmama, I’ll post a CIO post tomorrow ☺️
Monica·
We just went to a carseat check and the lady was like "He's two and 30lbs now, so he has to be front facing." 😑
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@laniejay, keep posting these links because it's never too late until it's too late (God forbid)!
Lanie Jay·
Sorry I had to post and run- I’ll respond to comments later
Morgan ·
Also most doctors are not certified to give car seat advice! A mom here had her 3 year old in a booster because the pediatrician said it was okay.
Lanie Jay·
@modom16, I’m willing to bet that more than 3/4 of the “my doctor said it was ok” is a lie they tell thinking people will believe them. I’m being generous with the 3/4. I’d like to believe it’s more, but let’s face it- there are shit doctors out there.
Lanie Jay·
@nomli, if she is a CPST- I’d see if there’s someone you can report her to. Can they? Yes. Should they and do they have to- no.
Lanie Jay·
@alishap1212
Food Is Love 💕💕·
@laniejay, thanks I’m going to have to read this tomorrow when I’m not so sleep deprived lol
Lanie Jay·
@alishap1212, 😂 it is A LOT
Lanie Jay·
@alyssa5792
Lanie Jay·
@mamabear38,
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Hi I was not driving and if I was I wouldn’t put them in danger. I’m not the stupid to put my kids in risk.
Lanie Jay·
@mamabear38, set your pride aside. Read the links and do better.
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Like I say I was park I didn’t move the car.
Lanie Jay·
@mamabear38, you still had to get there and get home. I’m no longer going to argue. We all saw what we saw. Just do whatever it takes to protect your babies - put your energy into that instead of defending yourself.
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I have a my boys cars set in the car we just got a new one for the other one.
Lanie Jay·
@braindeadmama,
Queen Bitch·
@laniejay, thank you!!! 😘
Lanie Jay·
@mommabear4_07
Lanie Jay·
@rose15