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Car Seat Newborn Infant car seats are designed to fit comfortably and securely for babies. They also provide convenience because most are an “click-in and -snap” model. The chest clip should be positioned between your baby's armpits. If the seat manufacturer permits you to use a tightly-rolled receiving blanket to close any gaps between your baby's bottom and the crotch strap to stop them from the slouching. Safety Seat Labels When you are shopping for a car seat newborn or other baby products make sure you be sure to read the labels carefully. Those labels can give you a good idea of how to use the product safely and how to maintain it in a safe manner. They can also help you identify potentially counterfeit or non-compliant products. For example, if you notice that the price of a child's safety seat is reduced significantly from its original price, be wary. The lower price could mean that the car seat has been altered with, isn't in compliance with U.S. standards, or was created to be sold in an overseas market. In these situations, a lower price may make the car seat less safe and could result in serious injury to a child in an accident. Legitimate car seats have very specific labeling requirements that must be met to pass inspections and be legal sold in the United States. This includes an white label with black and red lettering that indicates the seat meets the federal requirements, as well as a label on the side of the seat that provides the model number and serial number, the date of manufacture and instructions for the use of the car seat. infant carrier seat should also include a user's manual and a registration card to prove that the seat was purchased through an authorized dealer. The label on car seats also include information about the maximum weight and height of the child. These limits tell you which car seat is appropriate for your child. If your child is short and weighs under 22 pounds, then you'll need a rear-facing child's seat. Certain seats, especially convertible seats, have the label that will tell you how to recline it properly. This may include an indication of how to align the seat with the ground or a ball that needs to be placed in a particular slot. This is vital since reclining a seat can put your infant at risk of injury in the event a crash. Most manufacturers put the warning label centered on the front edge of the booster seat cushion. This is the most preferred position because it is easily accessible to the child while they are in the booster seat. It is also easily readable and won't be obscured by clothing or other objects that could obscure the message. Harness Straps Whether your child is in a car seat, stroller or any other type of carrier it is important to ensure that their harness straps are snug and correctly positioned. This is especially crucial in the case of newborns, who can easily escape from a loose harness or be ejected from the seat in an accident. The 5-point harness is designed in a way that it connects five different areas of your child's body. These include the hips, shoulders and the crotch between. This helps to distribute any crash force evenly. The straps should fit comfortably but not be uncomfortable. If you aren't sure about the fit, you can use the “Pinch Test”. With your thumb and finger, pinch the strap at the shoulder of your infant. If the strap is so tight that it causes discomfort it's too tight and needs to be loosen. Many parents think their baby's harness isn't enough tight. But, this could be more risky than straps that are loose. A strap that is loose can move with your child's torso in the event of a crash, and compress their spinal column and cause injury or death. If your child is a forward-facing infant, the harness straps should be placed comfortably AT or ABOVE the shoulders. A strap that is placed below the shoulder could cause the child's torso be pushed forward in the event of a crash. This could cause them to be forced out of the car seat, or even into the windshield. This could cause them to strike the shoulder restraint with their head, causing severe injury or death. If the chest clip of your child is located above their armpits, it is a good idea for you to put a blanket or washcloths on the side of the infant to provide neck and head support. This will prevent them from squirming their way to the back of the seat, and possibly getting their neck caught in the chest clip and tangling themselves in the event of a crash. Chest Clip The chest clip is one of the most misunderstood features on car seats. Many parents believe that the chest clip keeps the child in the seat. Even if it's properly positioned, it could still be a subject of myths related to it (lower chest clips puncturing the stomach, for instance). First of all the chest clip can't physically hold your child during a crash. This is the job of the crotch buckle, that's why it's vital to ensure that the harness is buckled at the crotch, not the chest. If the chest clip is positioned too low, the straps may slide off of the shoulders during a crash. This could result in ejection from the car seat. It is recommended that the clip be placed at an armpit height as most car seat instructions recommend. Chest clips act as a pre-crash positioner that helps keep the harness straps in place and on the shoulders of the child. In the event of a crash, it's not uncommon for the chest clip to break or move down because of the amount of force applied to it during the crash, but this doesn't affect your child's safety in any way so long as the harness is secured at the crotch buckle. If your child is wearing blankets or jackets, be sure to remove it before you buckle the harness, as it could prevent the harness straps from being properly positioned on their shoulders. Similarly, bulky outer clothing should be kept at home when taking your toddler or infant to a ride in their car seat. A chest clip that's not properly positioned can prevent your child from reaching their seat belt buckle to unfasten the buckle. This could be risky if they are trying to get out of the seat while you're driving, and it can also lead to them accidentally unbuckling themselves in a sudden stop, or crash. Installing a buckle Guard to your car seat will deter your child from pressing the release button, and releasing their chest clips. Crotch Buckle The crotch buckle is located below the baby's shoulders (when in a rear facing car seat) or above their shoulders (when in a forward facing car seat). It should be as close to their body as is possible and placed between their legs. Baby's floppy legs are usually tucked in the crotch, and they do not sit in the right position. This can cause their airway be blocked, which can cause them to choke during a crash or become unresponsive. Utilizing a crochet pattern to make the buckle cover can help keep their legs in the proper position. The pattern should not have loose threads around the buckle. The ideal cover should also be made with a soft, stretchy yarn. It is recommended to talk to a child passenger safety technician (who is an expert in the car seat industry) to learn more about the specific model you have and the best method to secure it. Even if you've followed the directions that come with your car seat, there is still more to learn. Car seats for infants are designed specifically for infants and small infants. They attach to the base of the vehicle and can be removed with just a single click. They have several safety features, such as an inbuilt recline indicator that ensures the baby is sitting straight. Many parents prefer infant car seats due to their convenience and portability particularly when traveling. It is important to remember that they are only safe to use up until your child is at the maximum height and weight limits of the seat. When your child is no longer in their infant car seat it is time to switch them to a convertible seat. These seats come with excellent safety features, such as side impact protection and a five-point harnesses. They are more difficult to move from one vehicle to another and require more space than car seats for infants. A large hook and five crochet thread are required to create a crotch-buckle cover for your convertible seat. The cover should be able to fit over the buckle of the car seat, leaving some inches of fabric to drape over the edge. Begin by making an sc standing on the first chain near the end of the belt. Work in scs all over the strap, including the chains of the previous row. Repeat this process until the opposite end of the strap. Fasten off and weave ends.