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Best Convertible Car Seat
Asked by K.L. from Cleveland
on October 1, 2007
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Can anyone recommend a convertible carseat brand and model? I have the Graco SnugRide infant seat for up to 22 pounds, but am starting to plan for the next step. Con...
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- I have the britax roundabout and LOVE it! It is easy to install, adjusts easily and best of all it got great reviews. If you have any questions about it feel free to...
- Out of the choices you provided I HIGHLY recommend the Britax Roundabout. It is expensive but it is very comfortable for the child and it has some nice features. One...
- My personal favorite is the Britax Roundabout. It is so easy to use and clean. I was a nanny for many years and have tried many carseats! I even saved up money to b...
How to Clean a Carseat?
Asked by A.L. from Atlanta
on June 29, 2007
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I was wondering how to clean a convertible carseat. It is a Cosco Alpha Omega Elite. I cleaned her infant seat at least once a week. We have had this carseat for four...
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- My mother took mine to the self carwash and used the high pressure hose to clean mine, I thought she was crazy and would ruin it but it came real clean and did not tea...
- I would have to second Samantha's response. I have one as well, and taking the base off is the key. The cover should come off easily after that step. I've had to wa...
- I vacuum mine and then periodically take the fabric off and throw it in the washing machine. Takes a little work to get it on and off.
Car Seat for Airplane Travel
Asked by L.P. from Chicago
on July 26, 2007
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My daughter is 11 months old and we are looking for another convertible car seat for my husbands car (we have a Cosco Alpha Omega Elite as our primary for my car), but...
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- Don't fret about the carseat. Most all carseats now are safe for airtravel. I work at Midway and we do randomly check carseats, and they pretty much all have a stick...
- I have a carseat/ stroller for airline travel. It works well. The stroller part works well for short trips and it is worth it not to cart a big carseat around the ai...
- I don't believe it is mandatory for you to have a car seat for your child. You can just hold them in your lap during the flight and landing and then just place them i...
What Do I Do with a 37Lb 4Yr Old?
Asked by S.S. from Saginaw
on October 5, 2008
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I am needing input/suggestions for my soon to be 4yr old daughter. She currently is riding in a 5pt harness Cosco Alpha Omega carseat. This carseat was SUPPOSED to be ...
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- Hi S. I just purchased 2 of the Graco Turbo Boosters for both cars but it doesn't fit as nicely in the 2008 chevy but great for 1997 Ford since the 2008 has the hea...
- I always err on the side of safety. A 5 point harness is the safest way for her to travel. I would use the 5point harness until she outgrows it and then purchase...
- My girls, like your daughter, have been in an Alpha Omega since they were less than a year. Our girls have always been tall and skinny and around 3 they moved to the ...
Grown Out of the Carrier & Need to Purchase a Car Seat
Asked by S.Z. from Sacramento
on April 7, 2008
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I am looking for advice on purchasing a car seat. Annabelle is 9.5 months old she weighs 24 lbs 2 oz 98%, and 30.5 inches tall 99%. She is already in her 2nd carrier s...
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- Like some of the other moms, we also like the Cosco Alpha Omega Elite: my little one has been in the 99th% aisle for height and weight since she was 3 months old, and ...
- Try the Britax marathon or decathalon the weight limit is 65lbs and it has been tested and done well. We purchased this carseat and Im glad we did. My son is 11 mo. an...
- I think Consumer reports rate Britax as the best. I have a Britax for each car and I love them.
Need Your Opinion on the Safest, Most Comfortable Toddler Car Seat
Asked by K.M. from San Diego
on September 29, 2009
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My daughter is 23lbs and almost 2. We need to buy a second car seat and I'm not thrilled with the one we have. I'd like to be able to have a recline feature and be abl...
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- I think the Britax is the only way to go! I personally like the Marathon but there are several. We paid a lot for our first one at Babie's R Us, but when it became a...
- I used this website to make my decision when I needed carseats for my little ones. It was so helpful! If you watch the video, be prepared for the tears. It's really a ...
- The American Association of Pediatrics has a great website that includes lot of research about everything from health to safety...check it out before you buy. Also, I...
Britax Roundabout Vs. Britax Marathon
Asked by B.B. from Dallas
on October 23, 2007
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We are looking for a convertible car seat for our 10month old and are considering the Britax. What are the advantages of the marathon vs. the roundabout? I know the ...
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- I have a Britax Marathon and absolutely love it. It is super easy to install (I'm sure this is the case with all Britax models), my daughter fits in it nicely and has...
- I know a few people mentioned the regent, but the regent is forward facing only, and your son is too young for forward facing. Plus the set is huge and would more tha...
- In response to what someone else recommended, STAY AWAY FROM THE COSCO ALPHA OMEGA ELITE. It is a pain in the butt of a seat, doesn't always install well, they are HU...
Moving Out of an Infant Car Seat...
Asked by M.H. from Phoenix
on February 23, 2007
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Hello,
My 5 month old son is quickly approaching the weight limit on his infant car seat. My husband and I are researching the convertible car seats. I have read man...
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- Hi M.! I have a 19 month old and a 4 year old! I have found the best carseat/stroller ever!! It goes from Newborn to 40 lbs. It's called the sit n' stroll. It a...
- I can only say one word "BRITAX" it is worth the money,we have a marathon and that one goes up to 60pounds,and we have a roundabout for the smaller car,goes up to 40 p...
- Hi there! From my own similar question not too long ago, children need to be in rear facing car seat until one year old AND 20 pounds.
Need Help Choosing a Convertible Car Seat
Asked by S.B. from Austin
on December 12, 2007
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Hi Mamas!
My 5 1/2 month son is getting ready to out grow his infant car seat. I was lucky enough to recieve an email from babycenter.com about all the infant car ...
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- I love my Britax Marathon! It is a great car seat and made a lot better than the other car seats. The Europeans have higher standards for their car seats than Americ...
- I agree with your previous post I love my Britax. We have two children a two year old and 10 month old. MY 10 month old outgrew his infant seat at 5 months as well s...
- Love the Britax brand. We have the marahon and it is wonderful. Easy to use and easy to move.
Car Seat Info
Asked by J.N. from Peoria
on December 8, 2008
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I am wanting to buy my 2 year-old a new car seat. He currently has an Evenflo convertible seat that works fine, but I wanted to buy a spare for my boyfriend's car and...
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- A 5 pt harness is safer, no matter what. The laws are not really what you should go by as they have not been updated and there have been lots of advancements in carse...
- the best car seat on the market is the Britax Boulevard with side impact protection. It goes to 65lbs. In general the longer they stay in a car seat rather than a boo...
- We bought the Britax Frontier and it's great. My daughter seems to like it and it looks like a "big kid" booster so when she's older she'll probably not mind it. I d...
