buy the right car seat for your baby.

Step 1
When considering to buy a car seat you must always look around before buying and never just settle on the cheapest one on sale as this seat is your child’s safety should there be a car accident. Some factors to keep in mind while browsing are: safety first, realistic budget, weight and height of child intended, laws and regulations for type of car seat in mind, and once a car seat is chosen, always send in the registration card should the car seat be recalled due to malfunctions.

Step2
Before all the neat features and best coloring of the car seat, safety first is more important as it’s meant to protect the most important thing: the baby. Look for a trusted brand that passes both the government and independent crash test’s, such as Graco, Evenflo, and Britax, to name a few. Remember to always send in the registration card as soon as your car seat of choice is chosen as it could possibly be recalled for any reason.

Step3
A realistic budget should be brought into prospective as car seats normally range anywhere from $50.00 to $300.00. When shopping for the car seat, weather it’s a booster or a convertible seat, always read carefully of the weight and height restrictions set by law for the safety of the child. Never disregard your State laws and you should always do your research on what they are.

Step4
Typically, most cars sold in the U.S. have a LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system built in that will secure any car seats made since September 1, 2002. For older models, they generally have slots in the front of the car seat that the safety belts may secure in place with.

Step5
Lastly, you may indulge yourself to the brand name and simple luxury of the car seat should you wish to do so. The pricier they are, the more features they come with and the better quality of the type of car seat you wish to buy. Adjustable harness slots would be a good feature to have as the size adjusts to your child’s growth so the car seat may be used for a few more months. There are also the option of having extra seat coverings should (and there will be) accidents arise with drinks and food items. The support system around your child’s head would be a great benefactor as well, along with the option of having a cup or a tray attached to the seat for your child, too.

Another thing to remember as some believe bigger is better, make sure the type of seat you buy actually fits inside of your vehicle. Happy shopping.