Things To Consider When Buying A Car Seat.
As a parent one of the most important things you have to buy for
your child is a car seat. Important in this case meaning it has
to be safe and fit the type of car you have. Most car seats
today will fit almost all the newer model cars but if you are
driving an older vehicle it may not be the case. Regardless if
you are to drive with your child in a car, it is the law that
the child is in a car seat.
Most of the things you purchase for your child can actually be
bought used which is great when it comes to saving you money but
unfortunately most people will tell you that the car seat should
be the one thing to buy brand new. The reason for this is that
you can never know if something has ever happened to that seat
and the smallest crack in it can be very dangerous if you are in
an accident as well as any damage to the belts.
Before actually buying a car seat there are things you should
know to look for and be aware of, you do not just go out and buy
one for looks. The purpose of a car seat is to keep your
precious child safe in an accident which may otherwise be
deadly. A car seat is not a fashion statement; it is about
saving your child's life.
Here are some ideas on what to be aware of and look for as you
go to find a safe car seat. Remember it is all about safety, not
vanity.
Proper installation is the most important part of buying a good
car seat. Inspections of car seats reveal that the majority of
car seats are installed improperly. Car seats which come with
bad instructions and that are to complicated to install can be
very dangerous.
Do not buy a car seat that does not properly fit your vehicle.
Especially if you have an older model car and are uncertain if
the car seat will fit your car, be sure to check with the auto
dealer.
Make sure to look for the seal of the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard. Parents should only buy car seats that meet or
exceed this federal standard.
Do not buy a car seat that is too small for your child, give him
room to grow. All seats carry a rating for maximum height and
weight.
Not all car seats are compatible with all styles of seat belts.
If you are unsure what type of car seat you need, be sure to
consult with the manufacturer.
There are a number of safety recalls on car seats every year,
and it is important to check for recalls on the model car seat
you are considering.
Watch the quality of the car seat, check for lose parts and
sharp edges.