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Car Seat Newborn Car seats for infants are made to fit comfortably and securely for infants. Most are “click in and snap” models which makes them easy to use. The chest clip should be placed between your baby's armpits. If the manufacturer of the seat allows, use a tightly rolled receiving blanket to cover any gap between your baby's crotch strap and their bottom to prevent sliding. Safety Seat Labels When purchasing a car seat for newborns or other baby products, be sure to look over the labels carefully. The labels will provide useful details on how to use and maintain the product. They can also help you identify potentially non-compliant or counterfeit products. For instance, if you notice that the price of a child safety seat has been marked down significantly from the initial price, be wary. This lower price could mean that the car seat has been tampered with, isn't in compliance with U.S. standards, or was made to be sold in an overseas market. In these situations the lower price could make the car seat less secure and may cause serious injuries to a child in an accident. Legitimate car seats have very specific requirements for labeling which must be met to pass inspections and be legal sold in the United States. The label must be white and have black and red lettering to show that the seat is in compliance with federal regulations. It should also have an indication on the seat's back that lists the model number serial numbers, the date of manufacture, and instructions to use it. A valid car seat also comes with a manual and registration card that proves the seat was purchased from a licensed dealer. The label of a car seat also includes information on the maximum weight and height of the child. These limits will let you know which car seat is appropriate for your child. For instance, if your child is small and weighs under 22 pounds, then you'll need to get a rear-facing car seat. infant car seat that swivels , particularly convertible seats, have a label on them that tells you how to recline it correctly. This could be an indication of how to align the seat to the ground or a ball that needs to be placed in a specific slot. This is very important, as improperly reclining a seat can put your infant at risk of injury in the event of a crash. The majority of manufacturers place the warning label in a central location on the front edge of the cushion for the booster seat. This is the preferred location because it is easily accessible to the child while he is in the booster seat. It is also easily readable and will not be obscured by clothing or other objects that could obscure the message. Harness Straps It is important to ensure that the harness straps on your child's car seat, stroller, or other transporter are securely and correctly placed. This is particularly important for babies, who can easily slip out of an unsecure harness, or be ejected in the event of a crash. The 5-point harness is designed to touch five different points on your child's body (shoulders hips, thighs and between the crotch) to evenly distribute any crash forces. The ideal is for the straps to be snug, but not overly tight or uncomfortable. If you're uncertain about the fit, you can try the “Pinch Test”. Use your thumb and fingers to pinch the strap on the shoulders of your child. If the strap is too tight, causing discomfort it's too tight and must be loosened. It's also common for caregivers to think that their baby's harness straps aren't tight enough however this could be more risky than a strap that's too loose. A strap that is loose could be able to move with your child's body in a crash and cause spinal compression and cause injury or death. If your child is a forward-facing child, the harness straps must be placed comfortably over or above the shoulders. A strap positioned below the shoulder could allow their torso to move too far forward in the event of a crash, potentially causing them to eject from the car seat or be to be thrown into the windshield. This could cause them to hit the shoulder restraint with their head, which can cause serious injury or even death. If the chest clip of your child is located above their armpits, then it's an ideal idea to place tightly-rolled blankets or washcloths beside the baby to provide neck and head support. This will prevent them from squirming their way down the back of the seat, and possibly getting their neck caught on the chest clip, and possibly strangling themselves in a crash. Chest Clip The chest clip is one of the most misunderstood functions on car seats. Many parents believe that the chest clip is what holds the child in the seat. Even when it's properly positioned, it could still have some scary myths that are associated with it (lower chest clips can puncture the stomach, for example). The chest clip is not strong enough to hold your child during a crash. The crotch clip is the primary reason for this, so it is important to buckle the harness around your crotch rather than the chest. If the chest clip is too low, it could cause the harness straps to slide off the shoulders in a crash and could result in an ejection from the seat. It is recommended that the chest clip is placed at armpit height, as the majority of car seat guidelines recommend. Chest clips are designed to function as an aid to 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 move down due to the force that is applied to it during the collision, but this doesn't affect your child's safety in any way, as long as the harness is secured at the crotch buckle. If your child is wearing blankets or jackets make sure you take it off it prior to putting on the harness since it can prevent the harness straps from being able to properly rest on their shoulders. When putting your child to the car seat, it is best to leave bulky outer clothing at home. A chest clip that isn't properly positioned can prevent your child from reaching their buckle on their seat and remove the buckle. This could be risky if they are trying to escape their seat while you're driving, and could also lead to them not buckling themselves properly in the event of a sudden stop or a crash. An easy solution is to install a Buckle Guard on your car seat. It will stop your child from pressing the release button and opening their chest clip. Crotch Buckle The crotch buckle is located beneath the baby's shoulders (when in rear facing car seat) or above their shoulders (when in forward facing car seat). It should be positioned as close as possible to the baby's body, and between their legs. Newborns have floppy little legs which are often tucked into the part of the harness that is in the crotch. They do not sit in the proper position. This could cause their airway to be restricted, causing them to choke during a crash or become unresponsive. A crochet pattern for the buckle cover can help keep their legs in the right position. The pattern should not contain 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 field of car seats) to learn more about the specific model you have and the best method to secure it. Even if you've followed the instructions for your car seat there is always more to know than what is apparent. Infant car seats are made specifically for babies and infants who are small. They are attached to a base that remains in the car and can be easily removed with just one click. They come with a variety of characteristics that make them safer than convertible car seats that are larger, including a built-in recline indicator to ensure that the baby is seated upright. Many parents opt for an infant car seat because they are comfortable and portable, particularly when traveling. It is important to keep in mind that they are only safe to use up until your child reaches the maximum height and weight limitations of the seat. If your child has outgrown their infant car seat it is time to switch to a convertible seat. These seats are safe and have great features, including side impact protection as well as a five-point harnesses. They are more difficult to move from one vehicle another and take up more room than infant car seats. To create a crotch buckle cover for your convertible car seat, an extra large hook and size 5 crochet thread is needed. The cover must be constructed to fit over the buckle of the car seat with an additional couple of inches of space left to drape over the edge of the car seat. Start by making a standing sc on first chain at the bottom of the belt. Work in sc around the strap including the chains of the previous row. Repeat the same process at the other end. Fasten off and weave ends.