Smart Safety: Car Seats

 September is Baby Safety Month and right now Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week is finishing up - it's a great time to think about car safety and child seats. I had a chance to interview Mia Rosenberg, PishPosh Baby CPST Certified Baby Gear Expert.

PishPosh Baby is a one-stop-shop destination for the hottest baby gear & products. With some of the top and best baby gear on the market, PishPosh Baby creates a full service shopping experience for expecting parents. The PishPosh Baby team personally connects with each customer to build a relationship and provides them with the clarity, confidence, and comfort they need to purchase their baby gear. The website also has various resources for new and expecting parents to help make their journey to parenthood easier. www.pishposhbaby.com

 

 

• What are some tips for picking out a car seat? There are so many on the market, how can parents know what will work for them and their child?

I recommend an all-in-one car seat. (ex: Maxi Cosi all in one – (https://pishposhbaby.com/products/maxi-cosi-pria-all-in-one-convertible-car-seat-after-dark-purecosi). It’s the only car seat you'll need for your child.  It starts as an infant car seat and goes through booster seat mod -  it is a money saver! Additionally,  look for a car seat that is easy to clean and has removable, washable fabric.

• What are the main differences between an infant car seat and a convertible car seat?

An infant car seat is used for a newborn until about a year old and can only be positioned in rear facing. After about a year, one would transition the baby into a convertible seat. These seats can be used both in rear and forward-facing positions. Many Convertible seats can be used from birth and have a higher weight and height limit so they can hold a baby/toddler for a couple of years.

• Can you explain what parents should know about rear facing to front facing options?

It is safest to keep your child rear facing as long as possible as this is the safest position. Your child should remain in that seating position until they reach the highest height or weight limit for the seat.

• When do you know if a child is ready for a booster seat?

Generally, children who weigh over 65lbs or reaches 49 “ should transition to a booster seat.  The starting age is generally around 4 years old. Many children want out of their convertible seats and are ready for a booster. It is always recommended to start off with a harnessed booster as this will ensure that your child sit safely secure. Bigger kids prefer unharnessed boosters where they can seat belt themselves in.

PishPosh Baby

PishPosh Baby was the very first baby gear store to offer the most personalized and honest experience for parents nationwide. With years of hands-on experience in the industry, and building personal relationships with each and every client, PishPosh Baby is able to guide new parents to the right gear for their families and lifestyle needs. In addition, their baby gear experts are trained weekly on everything going on in the industry. Many of PishPosh baby’s gear experts are parents themselves and are CPST certified. The boutique is located in central New Jersey and is designed to give customers an exceptional shopping experience. With over 10,000 square feet of space, there is plenty of room for parents to test out strollers, car seats, and more. PishPosh Baby is renowned as a retailer that not only sells but educates as well.