Travel and Leisure

If you are in the market for a car seat for your child, the options available can leave you a bit confused. The seats come in different sizes, designs and models to cater for different needs. By answering a few simple questions, you can find the best product for your child.

· How do you want it fixed?

Do you want a set that is rear facing or facing the front and how do you want it strapped. Some seats are built to stay strapped in the vehicle, while others are removed and fitted every time you need to travel with the child. You can get combination seats that are created for a longer life and your child can use the seat until he or she is about 4 years old.

· How important is portability?

If you want to be able to carry the child from the car into the grocery store without unstrapping him or her, you need an infant carrier. The carriers are lightweight and they come with a convenient handle. You can easily remove them from the car seat to carry them around, or you can simply attach them to Prams when you need to.

· Do you have passenger airbags in your car?

If your car has passenger airbags, your child should always be in the back seat. An inflated airbag can be very dangerous to the baby. Make sure that you find out this detail from the car manufacturer. The side airbags are usually safe enough.

· How much do you want to spend?

Your budget will determine the type of car seat you will get. There are second-hand items available, but it is not a good idea to buy them, as you do not know the seats history. It is always a good idea to shop for new Baby Car Seats so that you can get the best quality. Choose durability if you plan to have more than one child.

It is very important to make sure that the seat is fitted properly in the car. A loose car seat will not offer any protection. Test to make sure that the seat will fit properly in your car before you take it home. The portable seats tend to fit well in most cars, but there are some set models that can be quite tricky. Buying a seat that your child can use for a couple of years is more cost-effective than replacing the seat as your child grows.