YOGYAKARTA - The existence of a car seat really helps parents who often take their baby to travel by car. Car seat is a special chair designed as a child's seat in the car. Parents need to know tips for choosing a baby car seat that is suitable for their little one.
Bringing a baby traveling by car certainly requires extra attention because sometimes the little one is fussy and uncomfortable on the way. By putting the baby in a car seat, parents can enjoy the trip more calmly. Your little one can sit comfortably and safely, so parents don't have to worry.
Currently, it is very easy to find various brands and car seat models that are sold on the market. However, for the convenience and security of your little one, you should buy a car seat that suits your needs. So how to choose the right baby car seat?
There are still many parents who have difficulty or are confused when choosing a car seat for the baby. Indeed, you should consider it carefully because it is related to the safety of the baby. There are several things that need to be considered when buying a car seat, ranging from cushioning, material, design, size, and so on.
Here are some tips for choosing a baby car seat that you need to know before buying it:
Parents need to make sure that the baby car seat to be purchased meets safety standards. Ideally, baby car seats must have 5 points of dignity, namely 2 belts, 2 shoulder straps, and 1 safety rope between legs.
One of the security standards that have been used as a reference in a number of countries is the European security standard. The safety standard is marked by the letter E on the baby car seat label, which shows that the product has passed certification or tested safety standards.
Parents also need to consider material or baby car seat materials. It is better to avoid products with hot ingredients because it will make babies uncomfortable and potentially fussy. In hot conditions, babies will feel stuffy and sweat easily.
It is recommended to choose a baby car seat made of polypropylene ingredients and be given a foam layer. This material is known to be thick, soft, and still cool for the baby's skin, thus supporting the comfort of the little one.
The choice of a baby car seat should be adjusted to the age and weight of the baby. As your child grows, your weight also increases. Therefore, parents must choose a product with suitable capacity, not too wide and not too narrow.
It would be better if parents chose a baby car seat with a convertible seat type. This product can be used until the child is 7 years old because it is designed with a larger and more compact capacity.
When buying a baby car seat, make sure you check or pay attention to how to install it. There are two types of baby car seats with two installation methods, namely mounted with a seat belt and installed using the built-in connector.
It is better to choose a baby car seat that has a built-in connector, because it makes it easier to install and minimize errors. You can also choose a product that can also be installed on the streller. Most importantly make sure the product can be installed properly and safely in the car.
That's a review of tips on choosing the right baby car seat for the convenience and safety of the baby in the car. Baby car seat is one of the mandatory equipment for couples who often travel with babies by car.
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