There is no absolute answer to when you should move your child from a harnessed child restraint into a booster seat. However, there are a few key things that you should consider before deciding to do so. What is a "booster seat"? First, let me clarify that when we talk about a “booster”, … [Read more...] about Follow our 3 simple steps to check when it is OK for a child to start using a booster seat. (Updated June 2020)
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Is it important to use a base with your baby capsule? (Updated June 2020)
Using a properly installed base increases the likelihood that your baby capsule is installed correctly and securely every time you travel. How secure must a baby capsule be? To do its job, a child restraint must be installed securely. When we are referring to child restraints, the word … [Read more...] about Is it important to use a base with your baby capsule? (Updated June 2020)
Why is a rear-facing car seat safer than forward-facing? (Updated June 2020)
In a crash, a rear-facing car seat provides vital support to a child's head, neck and spine. It's that simple. Let's expand on this to understand it further. Most Common Crash Point Working with statistics, we know that the majority of crashes take place at the front of the vehicle. … [Read more...] about Why is a rear-facing car seat safer than forward-facing? (Updated June 2020)
There are 2 types of newborn car seats. Which one should you choose? (Updated June 2020)
Choosing the safest newborn car seat for your new baby is vital. But how do you know which newborn car seat is the safest? Let's look at what to consider when making this important decision. Types of Newborn Car Seats There are two types of child restraints that are appropriate for a … [Read more...] about There are 2 types of newborn car seats. Which one should you choose? (Updated June 2020)
Why should you always check your child restraint is still installed following a WOF? (Updated June 2020)
It's important to check that the WOF inspector has not uninstalled your child restraint. Checking that your child restraint is still installed after you have had a warrant of fitness is something you should do every time. Does a WOF inspector have to move a child restraint? As part of … [Read more...] about Why should you always check your child restraint is still installed following a WOF? (Updated June 2020)
A child has bent legs in a rear-facing car seat. Is this uncomfortable? (Updated June 2020)
If a child has to bend their legs in their rear-facing seat, are they uncomfortable? SitTight answers this question. As a child gets older and their legs get longer, they need to bend their legs to continue to fit in a rear-facing seat. As a result, the following is a common question from … [Read more...] about A child has bent legs in a rear-facing car seat. Is this uncomfortable? (Updated June 2020)