Transportation: Safety 1st
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Car Accident - Car Seats
Asked by B.A. from Saginaw
on April 26, 2010
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I was in a front end collision today, without children in the car, can anyone tell me if I need to replace the car seats? The car seats were no where near where the c...
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- They are fine the restraint system wasn't strected,was your car totaled if not they are also fine.
- I had an accident where my kids weren't with me. I asked the insurance company and they said replace it. With your kids safety in mind, it's MUCH better to replace t...
- I have to say that even if the airbag does not go off that doesn't mean you don't need to replace them, I was in an accident that totaled my 2004 caravan and the airba...
Car Seats
Asked by P.T. from Dallas
on November 24, 2008
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Ok Mamas.... I need some help. I am in the process of looking for a new carseat for our little one. I would like something that can be used rear facing and front facin...
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- We just went to a convertible seat and we are thrilled with our choice, the Maxi-Cosi Priori. I had heard so many recommendations for Britax, but Britax seats are qui...
- As far as car seats go, please stay away from the Alpha Omega/Eddie Bauer/3-in-1 car seats, they are a pain in the butt to install, not worth the $$ and most kids grow...
- check out www.elitecarseats.com it is the best site to compare different seats. You can call them too and they will answer any questions you have. Best thing is no ...
Stow and Go Vans and Car Seats!
Asked by M.C. from Seattle
on January 8, 2009
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For those of you with the Dodge stow and go Vans do you find that you have a hard time getting the car seats in properly. We just bought an 07' Stow and Go and cant se...
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- We have a 2008 Chrysler with the stow and go seats and had no problem with the carseat going in. We used the latch system and it snapped right in no problem. we have a...
- I have an '06 Chrysler Town & Country stow & go. It has the LATCH loops at the back of the seat, and we were were able to safely install our son's car seat. The fron...
- Take it to the dealer. They are supposed to be able to help you with that. If that doesn't work call your insurance company or AAA, they should be more than glad to h...
What Do You Do with Older, Expired Car Seats?
Asked by T.S. from Eugene
on January 30, 2009
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I will be having my third child this summer. I have begun going through all the baby stuff that I used with my two older children to refresh my memory (it has been alm...
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- Legacy Health Systems runs a recycle program several times a year. They recycle every part they can like the plastic and metal, everything but the cover/foam. HTH ...
- I know this is a tough one! One friend of mine told me she will go to a neighborhood that is low income and leave it by a dumpster along with other baby stuff. She see...
- I have heard that Garten services will at least take the plastic portion of the carseat to recycle. You have to remove all the metal, and fabric pieces. I have also...
Does Anyone Know of a Good Car Seat Once My Son Hits 22+ Pounds?
Asked by M.B. from Atlanta
on February 17, 2008
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My son is reaching the end of his "stage 1" car seat. Does anyone have a good recommendation on the next one to get? I've heard the Britax is great, however, it is abo...
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- Any of the Britax car seats are really good. They will last until your child is big enough to rides without a seat. They are worth the money. Other car seats frequentl...
- I have the Britax and I love it. It's comfortable and received great safety ratings, which was why we decided to spend the extra money!
- Britax makes the best car seats. There is a website ccalled traveling tykes or maybe tikes where they charge no shipping o tax. You can see them in person @ babys r us...
When Is a Booster Appropriate?
Asked by J.B. from Atlanta
on August 7, 2009
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I have a 3 year old, she meets the manufacturer requirements for a booster seat, but I am unclear as to what the laws are, is she still to young and needs a harness ca...
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- Added after 2 new posts: Susanna, there are 3 seats that can now go to 40lbs Rear Facing. Radian carseats September 08 and newer. Graco My ride, Safety First Comple...
- My 3 year old loves her Graco Nautilus that has the 5 point harness. I believe she'll be in the 5 point until 65 pounds at which point she'll move to the shoulder bel...
- She is not yet old enough to be put into a booster....a child of that age must continue to be strapped into a car seat
A Good 5 Point Harnest Booster Seat
Asked by A.R. from Richland
on December 20, 2008
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Hi all - I am looking to get my 2 1/2 year old a new car seat after the new year. He is currently in a convertable, but is getting too big. We can barley get the har...
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- Check out the radian 65 or radian 80. They have taller harness slots for taller kids. They retail closer to $200 but you may be able to find a sale. Also check out ...
- Hi A., I use the insurance institute site for recommendations when I choose seats for my kids here is the website for booster seats there are some listed that also ha...
- We had our big three year old in a higher weight convertible seat until our second child needed one, then moved her into a booster. After checking safety ratings and f...
Convertible Carseat
Asked by S.P. from Davenport
on April 9, 2010
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As my daughter is approaching 12 months, I am starting to look for a new carseat. I would like to get a convertible carseat, one that can face backward and forward. ...
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- I agree whole-heartedly about the Britax! We love our and my son is still in it at 3 1/2 years, 35 pounds and 43 inches tall. W ewill be moving into the last strap h...
- I am in the same boat thinking about i will buy when she outgrows the carrier. I work at a Rehabilitation hospital and some of the therapists are carseat trained. Th...
- I agree you should avoid the 3-in-1s. We looked all over, and none of them were very nice or comfortable, none of them rated the top in safety, and a booster seat (th...
Baby Has Different Sleep Patterns with Dad
Asked by A.A. from San Diego
on August 23, 2009
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Hi Ladies! So here is a little background to the problem...I work days right now (only shift my job allows)and my husband works nights. So, there is always one of us ...
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- you can also try "quiet play time" in his crib (this is in ADDITION to any little sleep he gets). i started my kids at a very young age (once they were able to crawl)...
- This is an untenable and dangerous situation. Your husband is exhausted. Working nights is hard on the body even if you get optimal day sleep. You must get help som...
- Something has to change. Your husband obviously needs his sleep. You really need to have someone else watch your child for at least 4-5 hours a day. I understand that ...
3 1/2 Year old-Turbo Booster Seat?
Asked by C.B. from Little Rock
on April 1, 2008
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I am a proud mom of 2. My 11 mo old needs a bigger carseat. They have the Turbo Booster seats for 30 pds and up so I considered purchasing one of these for my
3 1/...
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- It should also depend on her height. If she is not tall enough, the booster seat will not work. I kept my daughter in a 5pt restraint until she was 4 years old. She ho...
- This was passed on to me a few weeks ago. I think it's important for you to watch. It may help you make the decision about a new car seat. http://www.youtube.c...
- I had a hard time with deciding with my almost 5 year old (in a few days) and I went on the side of safety. I purchased one at Walmart that went to 80 pounds with a 5...
