| Finding the perfect child car seat for your little one | | | | toddler/convertible car seat before they are a year |
| may take some time. There is a lot to think about, to | | | | old. If you are going to make a more substantial |
| consider and to keep in mind. Although what is most | | | | investment; consider doing this with the toddler |
| important is safety. Therefore price shouldn't be an | | | | convertible seat which will be in use for several years. |
| issue and features should really be looked at. Consider | | | | Look for Last Years Models |
| a few of these tips below to get you on the right path! | | | | Just like most baby products; car seat manufactures |
| Appeal | | | | come out with new product versions frequently. Most |
| You want to give the best for your baby and car | | | | changes are to the color and pattern options. |
| seats are emotional buys as the manufacturers appeal | | | | Significant savings can be realized by looking for the |
| to your need for comfort and safety. But; here | | | | prior year versions. |
| practical is best. All car seats sold in the US are | | | | Look Outside of the Traditional Baby Stores |
| required to meet stringent safety standards. And, all | | | | Look for online and big box retails stores where you |
| the major brands like Britax, Graco, Peg- Perego; | | | | normally wouldn't think of purchasing your baby gear |
| Chicco are required to meet these standards. Choose | | | | such as and Target. These online retailers and stores |
| a major brand with a good record of limited to no | | | | may hold their previous year stock longer than a |
| recalls and forgo the temptation to buy the most | | | | baby-focused retailer and finding those older model |
| expensive. | | | | items may be easier. Each store carries slightly |
| Consider Length of Use | | | | different patterns and colors so especially if there is a |
| For infants seats especially; consider how long you will | | | | type that quickly went out of trend; you may be able |
| be using this seat. Most infant seats support the baby's | | | | to realize some significant savings. |
| weight until 30lbs but you will most likely be using a | | | | |