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CAR SEAT STATS: YOUR ROLE AS THE PARENT DEFINED
Given the probability of infant death while riding in a car unrestrained, it is vital to know your role as the parent on this important issue. Small kids and babies are not able to strap themselves in when in a car, so rely on their parents or caregivers to take this safety precaution for them. But in order to maximize the safety benefits of car seats, you have to use the right one and make sure it is installed properly. Misuse of a car seat, improper installation, or using a seat that is intended for a different size and weight of child can all put your baby’s life in jeopardy. And, experts recommend keeping babies facing backwards as long as possible and at least as long as the height and weight restrictions of their seat. When those limits are met, it is time to move on to the next biggest car seat and use it until it is also outgrown.
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