Installing a car seat properly is critical. Here's how to
make certain that you get it right.
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Car seats, when properly
installed and children are
correctly harnessed in them,
can save lives - which is why the law
dictates that a parent can't take a new
baby out of the hospital without one.
But while car seats have become
stronger, safer, and easier than ever to
install, the disturbing fact remains that
82 percent of infant and toddler seats
are used incorrectly, says the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration,
leaving babies vulnerable to injury.
To keep your baby safe, look for a
car seat that works best in the car
you'll be using it in. Consult that car's
instruction manual, and try a variety of
car seats in the car to find the most
compatible one. Make sure you buy a
seat intended for your child's age, and
read its instruction manual.
Next, visit usa.safekids.org or
call (877) 366-8154 to locate a local
child passenger safety technician
trained by the Safe Kids Worldwide
organization, who will show you the
best way to install your car seat in your
vehicle at no charge. Safe Kids Buckle
Up - a program of Safe Kids Worldwide
sponsored by GM and Chevrolet - has
inspected nearly 700,000 car seats and
given hands-on training to more than 9
million parents and caregivers.
No general instructions exist for all
cars and car seats, so consulting a
trained expert is the best way to ensure
your child's safety.
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