Let’s take a minute and think about some of the important things about traveling with children. There are a lot of things you need to bring along with them whenever you plan to go anywhere, no matter the duration. But one thing that is extremely important when traveling with children is car seat safety. It is important to find a car seat that will provide the most protection and assure you that your child will be safe in the event of a collision. Once you find the perfect car seat to keep your precious cargo safe, follow our tips below to further the safety of your child.

• Avoid straps from slipping off your child by ensuring that the harness-retainer clip is always level with your child’s armpits. Check the clip and straps each time you buckle your child into the car seat
• Ensure that your car seat is installed correctly by bringing your vehicle and the car-seat to a local inspection site for a professional opinion
• A five-point harness car seat are among the safest car seats in the market
• If you have a forward-facing car seat, place the harness straps on your child’s shoulders. In the event of a collision, this will provide the most protection for your child.
• Children can outgrow their car seats, fast! If your child has outgrown theirs, high-back booster seats are safer than backless ones if a side-impact collision occurs, studies have shown.
• Harness straps should be snug enough to only allow you to fit one finger in between them and the strap. If you can fit more than one finger, tighten the straps a little more to ensure their protection.  
• Car seats should never be allowed to wiggle more than one inch from side to side. Safety-belts should be tightened enough so the seat can wiggle but will not fall over or bounce around when the vehicle is moving.
• Children under the age of 12 should ALWAYS ride in the back, especially if they are in a car/ booster seats. In the event of an accident, the backseat of a vehicle is generally the safest place for them to be.

We hope you find these tips helpful and if you have not already started using them, that you do next time you head out with your little one! Let us know of any tips or tricks that you find useful when traveling with your children.