r/CPST

My 9 month old baby will likely grow out of her infant car seat in the next few months. We’ve been using the Joie Mint latch car seat and have loved how effortless the install is because we move it between my, my husband’s, and my mom’s car every week.

What convertible car seats out there are also quick & easy to install so we don’t feel like we have to buy 3 car seats? 😅 From my initial shopping, it seems like weight will be a big consideration bc of this. All the rotating seats I’ve looked at are way heavier than the non-rotating seats, so would be even more cumbersome to move frequently vs lighter ones.

Is this a pipe dream? Should we just buy multiple seats (though really don’t want to spend that much) or is this possible?!

i was wondering if anyone knows of someone or a place that has car seat technicians in CT that would be able to see how my little one is seated in her car seat, if it’s the right fit for her, and help show us with installation.

she just turned 2 but is petite for her age. last week we went from having her in a carrier to a convertible car seat. the first day she rode in it she threw up and we think it was due to forgetting to take one of the paddings out. once it was out she was ok on one ride and then the third ride in it, yesterday, she threw up and went unresponsive while on the highway. a long trip to ccmc and they said nothing is wrong with her.

the emts and police believed that the car seat could have been the issue with it possible by pushing her feet on the back seat and causing pressure on her diaphragm but the ER doesn’t. we’re back to the carrier because my anxiety will not allow me to put her back in that seat

We have 5 kids and are tying to fit in our 2021 Honda Odyssey.

Does anyone have any personal recommendations for booster seats (using the lap belts) that would fit three-across the back bench of a Honda Odyssey?

I’m looking for recommendations from people who have actually done this, ideally in Honda minivan!

My biggest concern is that most booster seats have a base that blocks the seat belt buckle, so it’s super hard to fish out the buckle and latch the belt.

Having three boosters across the back bench seems like it would completely block the buckles.

The diono connect3 booster markets itself as allowing for three booster to fit across — has anyone actually used three diono boosters (using the three lap belts)? Is it hard to latch?

Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated!

Help please!
I’m a nanny in the US and my 2.5 yr old kiddo(30lbs, rear facing only) has learned to unbuckle the crotch buckle.
She has discovered that if we hear a click or if she says she’s unbuckled(even if she hasn’t), we will stop the car and do a safety check. She gets excited to see us. We’ve tried saying STOP(our safety word) and it works occasionally but at times she will still say “I unbuckle my seat” even when she hasn’t.
She is very smart and understands that her grownups are here to help keep her safe. We have also started the conversations of “(kids name)’s job is to keep her body safe also” and that we only say things that are true. (Caveat: as a professional childcare provider for over 5 years, I know “true vs untrue is a difficult thing for a 2.5yr old to grasp, but we’re trying everything to help her understand what is safe.)

Any suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated!!

I'm looking to get new (used) car. Child, 7, is currently in a high back booster with seatbelt, graco extend2fit.

I'm looking at a Toyota Corolla that has non-removable headrests. How does the top tether work in that situation? I'm seeing conflicting information about if its still possible to install safely.

Side note, would a backless booster be a safe alternative? The big carseat "feels" more safe, but that might just be a bias thing!

First post, looking for help.

I have a VW ID Buzz (middle row bench with plenty of front-back clearance) and I need to get my 3rd out of an infant seat.

Currently I have a 40# 6y and 35# 4y, both harnessed in Chicco MyFits (passenger and middle). I have a Diono LiteClik 30RXT behind the driver. He’s 6mo but 95-99th %ile for height and weight. Middle seat is installed with a belt, outer seats with Latch. The bench has a 2/3 split and car seat tilt, but unfortunately the outer belts are attached to the frame of the vehicle.

Hopes and dreams are for a rotating seat because the clearance on my vehicle is quite high and I’m not very tall.

I’ve been eyeing Evenflo 360slim, but I don’t know how concerned to be about reports of the seat separating from the base?

My Target coupon expires in 9 days, help a girl out!

Car seat we had for our first expired last month and I need a new one for my baby due in December. We have a Honda accord and plan to buy a CRV or RAV4 or something similar soon. The seat will be used in both with bases. I have a used uppababy stroller and my older daughter is in a nuna rava which we like. I’ve read mixed things online about all the seats we’re considering. This is our last baby and if we can save a little money without compromising significantly on ease of use or safety, that’d be cool.

Options I’ve looked at most:
Chicco keyfit max cleartex
Uppababy aria v2
Nuna pipa aire rx

Open to other suggestions if those aren’t suitable. Thanks so much!

I have a Graco Turn2Me and don't like it. I've been considering getting a new seat for a while for a variety of reasons, but since I didn't /need/ it yet, I was feeling like I was being unnecessary. However, my son recently puked all over his seat multiple times and it is IMPOSSIBLE to clean, which was one of the consistently mentioned cons of the seat (not sure why I didn't listen!) I think this is my final straw. I am overwhelmed with the options and don't want to regret my choice! I was hoping I could get some help with a recommendation based on my car and child.

- 50lb rear facing limit (& safety ratings): My son just turned 2 (25 months) and is/was ~99th percentile. He's slowing down now, but he is still 35 lbs already. I would like to rf as long as possible, when I got the 40lb limit turn2me, he was very little and did NOT see this coming lmao

- Smaller car friendly - I have a Toyota Prius.

It doesn't have to rotate.

I would like to be spending around $400 or less, if possible, but am not opposed to spending more.