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Car Seat Newborn Car seats for infants are designed to fit snugly and securely for babies. The majority of them are “click in and snap” models that make them very convenient. The chest clip should be positioned between your baby's armpits. If the manufacturer of the seat allows the use of a tightly-rolled receiving blanket to fill in any gaps between the crotch strap of your baby and their bottom, to prevent sliding. Safety Seat Labels Be sure to review all labels prior to purchasing a car seat newborns or other baby products. These labels can provide you with valuable information about how to use and care for the product. They can also help you identify counterfeit or non-compliant products. Be wary if, for instance you see a reduced price on a car seat for children. This price reduction could indicate that the car seat was altered or is not in compliance with U.S. safety standards, or is made for an international market. In these situations the lower cost could make the car seat less safe and may cause serious injuries to the child in the event of an accident. Genuine car seats have specific requirements for labeling that must be met in order to pass inspections and be legally sold in the United States. This is white labels with black and red letters which indicates that the seat complies with the federal requirements, as well as a label on the back of the seat that provides the model number, serial number, date of manufacture and the instruction for the use of the car seat. A valid car seat should also include a user's manual and a registration card to confirm that the seat has been purchased through an authorized dealer. The label on a car seat also includes information on the maximum weight and height of a child. These limits tell you whether the car seat is suitable for your child. If your child is short and weighs less than 22 pounds, then you'll need a rear-facing seat. Some seats, including convertible seats, may have a label that tells you how to recline the seat correctly. This may include an instruction to level the seat to the ground or a ball that needs to be placed in a specific slot. This is important because the seat that isn't properly reclining could result in injury to your child in the case of an accident. The warning label is usually placed on the outside of the cushion. This location is preferred because it is accessible when the child is riding in the seat. It is also easy to read and will not be obscured by clothing or other objects that might obscure the message. Harness Straps Whether your child is in a car seat, stroller or any other type of carrier that is used for transport, you must make sure their harness straps are snug and correctly positioned. This is particularly important when it comes to infants, who are prone to slip out of the harness and be removed from the seat during an accident. The 5-point harness is designed in a way that it connects five different points of your child's body, such as the shoulders, hips, and the crotch between. This allows you to disperse any force of a crash evenly. Ideally, the straps should be snug but not uncomfortable or tight. If you are unsure of the fit, you can use the “Pinch Test”. Using your thumb and finger and pinch the strap to the shoulder of your child. If the strap is tight enough that it causes discomfort it's time to loosen. Many parents feel that their child's harness is too tight. However, infant carrier seat could be more dangerous than straps that are too loose. A loose strap can move along with the body of your child during a crash, compressing down on their spinal column and potentially leading to injuries or even death. If your child is a forward-facing child, the harness straps must be placed snugly AT or ABOVE the shoulders. A strap placed below the shoulder can cause their torso to move too far forward during a crash, causing them to be ejected from the car seat or to be hit by the windshield. This could cause them to hit the shoulder restraint with their head, causing severe injuries or even death. If the chest clip of your child is located above their armpits, then it's a good idea for you to place tightly-rolled blankets or washcloths next to the baby to provide neck and head support. This will prevent them from squirming in the back of the car and getting their neck caught in the chest clip, which could result in strangulation if the car crashes. Chest Clip One of the most misunderstood car seats features is the chest clip. Many parents are conditioned to believe that it holds the child in the car seat and even when correctly positioned it can have some scary myths about it (low chest clips puncturing stomachs, for instance). First foremost the chest clip can't physically hold your child during an accident. This is the responsibility of the crotch buckle which is why it's crucial to buckle the harness at the crotch, not the chest. If the chest clip is placed too low, the straps may slide off of the shoulders in the event of a crash. This could result in being thrown out of the car seat. It is recommended that the clip be placed at armpit height, as most car seat instructions recommend. Chest clips act as a pre-crash positioner, helping to keep the harness straps in place and on the child's shoulders. It is not uncommon for a chest strap to break in the event of a crash due to the force applied. However, this does not impact the safety of your child so long as they wear crotch buckles. If your child wears blankets or jackets be sure to take it off it prior to putting on the harness as this can make it difficult for the harness straps to be being properly positioned on their shoulders. In the same way, heavy outer clothing should be left at home when you take your toddler or infant to a ride 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 could be risky particularly when your child is trying to get out from their seat while driving. It could also cause them to unbuckle themselves accidentally during a sudden stop or crash. Installing a Buckle Guard to your car seat will deter your child from pressing the release button and then opening their chest clips. Crotch Buckle The crotch buckle can be found below the baby's shoulders (when in rear facing car seat) or above their shoulders (when in a forward facing car seat). It should be placed as close as is possible to the baby's body, and between their legs. Newborns' floppy legs are often tucked into the crotch and don't sit in the right position. This could cause their airway to be blocked, causing them to choke in the event of a crash or to become unresponsive. Using a crochet pattern for the buckle cover can aid in keeping their legs in the proper position. The pattern should not have loose threads around the buckle. The ideal cover should also be made using a stretchy, soft yarn. It is recommended to talk to a child passenger safety technician (who is an expert in the car seat industry) for more details about your specific model and the best method to secure it. Even if you carefully follow the instructions that come with your car seat, there is still a lot to learn. Car seats for infants are designed specifically for infants and infants who are small. They are attached to the vehicle's base, and can be removed with just a single click. They have several features that make them more secure than larger convertible car seats, including a built-in recline indicator to make sure the baby is seated upright. Many parents choose to use an infant car seats because they are convenient and portable, particularly when traveling. It is important to remember that these seats are only safe for use until your child reaches the maximum weight and height limits of the seat. If your baby grows out of the infant car seat, they should be switched to a convertible car seat. These seats are extremely safe features, like meticulously engineered side impact protection and a five-point harness. But, they're harder to change between vehicles and take up more space than infant car seats. A large hook and five crochet thread are needed to make a crotch buckle cover for your convertible seat. The cover should sit over the buckle of the car seat, leaving a few inches to drape over the edge. Begin by making a standing sc on the first chain near the end of the belt. Work in sc around the strap including the chains of the previous row. Repeat this procedure to the other end of the strap. Attach the strap and weave ends.