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Car Seat Newborn Car seats for infants provide the perfect fit and comfort for babies. Most are “click in and snap” models that make them very convenient. The chest clip should be centered between your baby's armpits. If the seat manufacturer allows, use a tightly rolled receiving blanket to cover any gap between the crotch strap of your baby and their bottom, to prevent sliding. more.. Make sure to review all labels prior to buying a car seat for newborns or other baby products. These labels will provide you with a clear understanding of how to use the product safely and how to take care of it properly. They can also help you identify potentially counterfeit or non-compliant products. For instance, if you observe that a child safety seat has been reduced significantly from its original price, you should be cautious. This lower price could mean that the car seat has been altered with, isn't in compliance with U.S. standards, or was created for a market outside of the U.S. In those cases, the lower price could make the car seat less secure and result in serious injury to your child if it is involved in a crash. Car seat labeling requirements are extremely specific. They must be met to pass inspections and to be legally sold in the United States. This includes an white label with red and black lettering that indicates the seat meets federal requirements, and a label on the side of the seat that lists the model number, serial number, date of manufacture and the instruction on how to use the car seat. A valid car seat also includes a manual and registration card that proves that the seat was purchased from a licensed dealer. The label on a car seat also includes information about the maximum weight and height of the child. These limits help you determine if the seat is right for your child. If your child is petite and weighs under 22 pounds, you'll need a rear-facing child's seat. Some seats, especially convertible seats, will come with an indicator that will tell you how to recline the seat properly. It may be an alignment line that aligns the seat with the floor or a ball in the slot of a particular. This is important because a seat that is not properly reclining could cause injury to your child in the case of an accident. The warning label is typically placed on the outside of the cushion. This is because it is visible when the child is riding in the seat. It is easy to see, and will not be obscured by clothing or other objects. Harness Straps If your child is a car seat, stroller or any other type of carrier it is important to ensure that the harness straps are secure and correctly positioned. This is especially important for newborns who can easily slip off a loose harness or even get ejected from a crash. The 5-point harness is designed so that it contacts five different areas of your child's body, including the hips, shoulders and the crotch between. This helps distribute any crash force evenly. The straps should fit snugly but not be uncomfortable. If you are unsure about the fit, try the “Pinch Test”. With your thumb and finger to pinch the strap on the shoulder of your child. If the strap feels too tight that it causes discomfort it's tight and should be loosened. Many parents think their baby's harness isn't enough tight. However, this can be more risky than straps that are too loose. A strap that is loose can move with your child's torso in the event of a crash, and compress their spinal column and cause injury or death. If your child is a forward-facing child, the harness straps should be positioned snugly over or above the shoulders. A strap positioned below the shoulder can allow their torsos to move too far forward during a crash, potentially causing them to fall out of the car seat or be hit by the windshield. This can cause them to strike the shoulder restraint with their head, which can cause serious injuries or even death. If the chest clip of your child is higher than their armpits, it is an ideal idea to put a blanket or washcloths next to the baby to provide neck and head support. This will stop them from squirming down the back of the car and getting their neck caught in the chest clip which could cause strangulation if the car crashes. Chest Clip One of the most misunderstood car seat features is the chest clip. Many parents believe that the chest clip keeps the child in the seat. Even when it is correctly placed, it may still be a subject of myths related to it (lower chest clips can puncture the stomach, for example). The chest clip isn't strong enough to support your child during an accident. This is the responsibility of the crotch buckle which is why it's important to buckle the harness at the crotch, not on the chest. If the chest clip is placed too low, the straps can slide off the shoulders in an accident. This could lead to being thrown out of the car seat. This is why it's recommended to place the chest clip at armpit level and that's also the place where the majority of manuals for car seats recommend placing it. Chest clips are designed to function as a pre-crash positioning device to help keep the harness straps on the child's shoulders and in alignment with their arms. When a collision occurs, it's not uncommon for the chest clip to break or slide down because of the force that is applied to it during the accident however this won't impact your child's safety in any way, as long the harness is securely fastened at the crotch buckle. If your child wears blankets or jackets, make sure to remove it first before you secure the harness. This can prevent the straps from fitting correctly on shoulders. Similarly, bulky outer clothing should be kept at home when taking your infant or toddler on a trip in their car seat. A chest clip that's not placed correctly could also hinder your child from being able to reach their seat belt buckle and unfasten the buckle. This can be dangerous in the event that they try to get out of their seat while you're driving, and could result in them not buckling themselves properly during a sudden stop or crash. An easy solution is to install a Buckle Guard on your car seat. It stops your child from pressing the release button and releasing their chest clip. Crotch Buckle The crotch buckle is situated below the baby's shoulders (when in rear facing car seat) or above their shoulders (when in forward facing car seat). It should be put as close as is possible to the baby's body, and between their legs. Newborns have floppy legs that often get stuck in the straps' crotch and aren't in the correct position. This can cause their airway be restricted, causing them to choke in a crash or become unresponsive. Utilizing a crochet pattern to make the buckle cover can help keep their legs in the right position. The pattern should not have any loose threads around the buckle. The cover should be constructed from a soft, stretchy material. It's recommended to speak with a child passenger safety technician (who is an expert in the car seat industry) to learn more about the specific model you have and the best way to secure it. Even if you've followed all the instructions for your car seat, there's always more to know than meets the eye. Infant car seats are specially designed for newborns and smaller infants. They are attached to a base that remains in the car and is removed with just one click of a button. They have several safety features, including an inbuilt recline indicator that makes sure the baby is sitting straight. Many parents opt for infant car seats due to their convenience and portability particularly when travelling. It is important to keep in mind that they are only safe for use until your child reaches the maximum height and weight limitations of the seat. If your baby grows out of the infant car seat, they should be switched to convertible car seats. These seats are safe and have great features, including side impact protection and five-point harnesses. They are more difficult to transfer from one vehicle to another and take up more room than car seats for infants. To create a crotch buckle cover for your convertible car seat an extra large hook and size 5 crochet thread is required. The cover should fit over the buckle of the car seat, leaving a few inches to drape over the edge. Begin by standing sc in the initial chain from the end of the strap. Work in sc across the entire strap, including the chains from the previous row. Repeat the same process at the other end. Fasten off and weave in ends.